This case stemmed from a serious intersection crash in Palm Springs involving our client and a commercial truck. The collision occurred when the truck driver made a left turn directly in front of our client’s vehicle. Despite this, the defendant attempted to shift blame, claiming our client was at fault for the collision.
Our client suffered multiple fractures, including a significant ankle injury that led to lasting pain and functional limitations. The defense leaned heavily on the traffic collision report, which included an opinion that our client had been speeding at the time—an assertion they hoped would absolve the truck driver of responsibility.
We took a firm stance that the defendant’s left turn was made unsafely and without sufficient clearance, giving our client no realistic opportunity to avoid the crash. The turning point came during the truck driver’s deposition, where our focused questioning made clear his failure to yield and adhere to basic safety practices.
Following this pivotal testimony, the defendant’s insurance carrier tendered the full $1,000,000 policy limits. This result delivered much-needed relief and validation for our client, and once again highlighted our ability to secure top-tier outcomes in the face of contested liability.