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Confidence Score: 90%Settlement
$1.9 Million
Case Summary
A city of New York sanitation worker in his mid-50s was severely injured when a truck struck a car, which then hit our client. He had spinal surgery and even with a pre-existing condition, the substantial settlement was reached in New York County.
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View Original SourceFirst observed: August 27, 2026
Last checked: September 17, 2026
Record Details
Category
Pedestrian Accidents
Result Type
Settlement
Year
Year not reported
Location
NY
County
New York County
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