Our client, a woman driving on a two-lane road, was sideswiped by a commercial truck hauling tree-cutting equipment. The impact caused significant injuries, but the truck driver failed to stop, later claiming he didn’t realize the collision had occurred.
Fortunately, a witness followed the truck and helped identify the driver and the company. After investigating and filing a lawsuit in Monongalia County, West Virginia, we uncovered that the driver had, in fact, realized he struck another vehicle and immediately reported to his boss instead of stopping to help. Without the witness’s assistance, this critical evidence may never have come to light.
After nearly a year of litigation, we secured a very favorable settlement for our client before trial, ensuring she received fair compensation for her injuries.
Type of Case: Hit-and-Run by Commercial Vehicle
Relevant Issues:
- Sideswipe collision with a large commercial truck
- Hit-and-run attempt by the driver
- Witness assistance in identifying the responsible party
- Investigation uncovering the driver’s knowledge of the crash
- Strong litigation leading to a substantial settlement before trial