A significant auto accident settlement of $3 million has been awarded to a 22-year-old Indiana man after a crash in West Virginia. The accident occurred while the plaintiff was driving on the interstate at just 9 mph after both a flat tire and a subsequent flat spare tire left him with no choice but to proceed cautiously on the rim, hazard lights on. The slow-moving vehicle was struck from behind by another driver, causing the plaintiff to be ejected from the vehicle.

The collision led to severe injuries for the plaintiff, including multiple surgeries during his stay at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, alleging the other driver’s negligence.

Liability was contested throughout the case, with defense counsel arguing that the plaintiff had contributed to the collision by driving on a flat tire at an extremely low speed, rather than pulling over to the shoulder. Despite this, the case moved to mediation, and a settlement of $3 million was ultimately agreed upon.

The plaintiff’s legal team utilized medical illustrations and demonstrative exhibits to strengthen the case, as well as conducted a focus group to aid in preparing for trial. The settlement provides the plaintiff with much-needed compensation for his extensive medical treatments and recovery.

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