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Confidence Score: 90%Recovery
$1.3 Million
Case Summary
50-year-old man seriously injured on his morning commute when the driver behind him failed to brake for slowed traffic and crashed into his rear at high speed; traumatic rotator cuff tear requiring surgery plus cervical and lumbar herniated discs needing percutaneous discectomy procedures. COMPONENTS PRINTED (rule 19): the full limits of both policies - a $300,000 auto policy and a $1,000,000 umbrella policy. Credited to partner Stephen M. Cohen.
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View Original SourceFirst observed: August 27, 2026
Last checked: September 7, 2026
Record Details
Category
Motor vehicle accidents
Result Type
Recovery
Year
Year not reported
Location
NY
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