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Confidence Score: 90%Settlement
Amount not reported
Case Summary
Amount not reported Policy limits for a pedestrian hit by a car crossing the street. Plaintiff, a retired veteran, was hit by a car making a left turn as he was crossing the street, and suffered a traumatic brain injury as well as cervical injuries. After protracted litigation and getting the case on the trial calendar the carrier moved from no offer to a settlement of the entire insurance policy limit. Settlement of the entire insurance policy limit.
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View Original SourceFirst observed: August 27, 2026
Last checked: September 7, 2026
Record Details
Category
Motor vehicle accidents
Result Type
Settlement
Year
Year not reported
Location
NY
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