Semeraro & Fahrney, LLC, continues to uphold its reputation for excellence in personal injury law. Their latest triumph involves a challenging bicycle personal injury claim that highlights their relentless dedication to justice.
A Complicated Bicycle Personal Injury Case
The settlement, which is subject to a confidentiality agreement, involved an intoxicated plaintiff whose blood alcohol level was twice the legal limit for operating a motor vehicle. Despite his intoxicated state, the plaintiff was riding his bicycle correctly with traffic, adjacent to a series of parallel-parked vehicles on a major thoroughfare in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. The incident occurred when the defendant who was parallel parked suddenly flung opened her car door into the plaintiff's path, causing an impact that resulted in the plaintiff flipping over the door and striking his head on the pavement. As a result, the plaintiff suffered a fractured skull and a brain bleed.
To counter the intoxication defense, Semeraro & Fahrney enlisted the expertise of an accident reconstructionist. The expert demonstrated that the crash was unavoidable due to the defendant's negligence in flinging open her car door without giving the plaintiff sufficient time to react, regardless of his level of intoxication.
Overcoming Challenges and Securing a Significant Settlement
Further complicating the case, the plaintiff was not wearing a bicycle helmet at the time of the accident. Despite these adverse factors, Semeraro & Fahrney successfully negotiated a settlement exceeding the defendant’s insurance policy limits, securing over $500,000 for their client.
We Fight to Win
At Semeraro & Fahrney, LLC, we believe in fighting for our clients, even when the odds are stacked against them. If you or someone you know has been injured due to someone else's negligence, don't hesitate to reach out. Contact Semeraro & Fahrney, LLC today for expert legal representation and let us help you secure the justice and compensation you deserve.
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