Red Light Runner Strikes Cyclist: How We Turned a $160K Offer Into a $1.75M Courtroom Victory

Our client was doing everything right. He was riding his bicycle through an intersection with a green light, following traffic laws, and staying alert. But in a split second, a Tesla driver barreling westbound on Orangewood Avenue ran a red light and struck him.

The impact was catastrophic. Our client’s body collided with the vehicle, and he was thrown from his bicycle onto the pavement. What should have been a safe ride through an intersection became a fight for his life.

Devastating Injuries That Required Major Spine Surgery

The injuries our client sustained were severe and life-altering. He suffered a fractured fibula, multiple fractured ribs on his right side, and abrasions across his body. But the trauma went deeper. He also endured serious spinal injuries, including debilitating neck pain and lower back pain that threatened his mobility and independence.

His road to recovery was grueling. It began with emergency room services and evolved into months of physical therapy, cervical and lumbar epidural injections, and ongoing pain management care. Ultimately, his injuries were so severe that he required a complex spinal procedure.

This wasn’t just about healing from broken bones. This was about rebuilding a life that had been shattered by someone else’s reckless decision to run a red light.

The Insurance Company’s Lowball Offer: $160,000

When it came time to hold the at-fault driver accountable, the insurance company offered just $160,000. For someone who endured multiple fractures, spinal surgery, and a lifetime of ongoing pain, this offer was nothing short of an insult.

At DK Law, we knew our client deserved far more. We refused to let the insurance company minimize his suffering, and we pursued litigation.

$1.75 Million Victory: Justice Won in the Courtroom

Our legal team built a powerful case that told the full story of our client’s injuries and the profound impact on his life. We documented every injury, every injection, every painful step of his recovery.

Through aggressive litigation and unwavering advocacy, we secured a $1.75 million victory for our client. This result provided him with the resources needed for ongoing medical care, future treatment, and the financial security he deserved after such a traumatic event.

We Go All The Way for Our Clients

En DK Law, nuestro La Promesa “All the Way” means we don’t settle for less than you deserve. When insurance companies refuse to do what’s right, we take them to court and fight for maximum compensation.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a bicycle accident, car crash, or any other collision, call us at 888-230-0195 para una consulta 100% gratuita.