Despite his own insurance company, Allstate, initially offering only a minimal amount, the legal team at Russell & Lazarus, led by attorney Stephen Counts, persisted and ultimately obtained the full policy limit settlement shortly before arbitration. This settlement will enable Robert to re-train and further his education in a less physically demanding field, considering his limited ability to return to work due to his injuries.
Case Overview
Truck Accident Case Results
The following case describes how the Orange County truck accident lawyers at Russell & Lazarus secured a policy limit settlement for their client, Robert De La Huerta. Robert, a 27-year-old father, was rear-ended by a truck while on the job, resulting in severe back injuries that required surgery.
Challenge
The Orange County truck accident lawyers Russell & Lazarus obtained a $1 million policy limit settlement on behalf of their client, Robert De La Huerta, a 27-year-old father of one who was involved in a truck accident while on the job.
The other driver rear-ended Robert, and he suffered severe injuries to his low back, requiring surgery. However, his own insurance company, Allstate, refused to offer any more than $25,000 for 2 ½ years.
Solution
Just a few weeks before arbitration, attorney Stephen Counts and the litigation team at Russell & Lazarus were successful in obtaining payment of the full $1,000,000 policy limit.
“Mr. De La Huerta’s ability to go back to work has limitations due to his physical constraints. So this settlement will enable him to re-train. It will also allow him to further his education in a new field less physically demanding,” stated attorney Counts.
Results
SETTLEMENT AMOUNT: $1,000,000