A violent T-bone collision in a Virginia Beach residential neighborhood resulted in severe injuries for a married couple and a $370000 settlement. The accident occurred when an SUV, driven by an intoxicated driver, ran a stop sign at high speed and struck the couple’s vehicle at an intersection.

Significant Injuries and Legal Actions Taken

The husband suffered a fractured rib, along with a contusion and sprain to his non-dominant hand. The wife sustained a concussion, sprains or strains to her cervical and lumbar spine and shoulders, as well as arm and leg contusions. Medical expenses for their injuries totaled $39,580.

The collision was recorded by surveillance and doorbell cameras, providing clear evidence of the driver’s negligence. With a blood alcohol concentration of 0.368, the driver pleaded guilty to DUI. The SUV’s owner, who was a passenger during the incident, was also named in the lawsuit under negligent entrustment claims.

Police bodycam footage and additional evidence gathered during discovery confirmed the driver’s liability, despite attempts to deny responsibility. The case was resolved through mediation, leading to a settlement that combined liability and underinsured motorist coverages.

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