$775,000 Settlement Recovered for Catastrophic Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury After Pocket Bike (Minature Motorcycle) Accident in San Bernardino
The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates secured a $775,000 settlement for a client who suffered lower extremity injuries and traumatic brain injury after a pocket bike (miniature motorcycle) collision in San Bernardino, California.
This serious accident left the rider with life-altering injuries, multiple surgeries, and permanent physical limitations. Despite disputes about liability and allegations of shared fault, our legal team successfully recovered a substantial settlement for the injured client.
Catastrophic Dirt Bike Crash Causes Severe Injuries
The incident occurred when a passenger vehicle made a turning maneuver that resulted in a violent collision with our client, who was riding an illegal pocket bike (minature motorcyle)
The force of the crash caused catastrophic trauma, requiring emergency treatment at a regional trauma center.
As a result of the collision, our client suffered severe and life-changing injuries, including:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Multiple leg fractures and orthopedic trauma
- Facial and head injuries
These injuries required multiple surgical procedures and extensive medical care, followed by months of rehabilitation.
Permanent Impact on the Client’s Life
Before the accident, our client lived an active lifestyle and worked in a hands-on profession.
Because of the catastrophic injuries and traumatic brain injury suffered in the crash, the client now faces:
- Reduced mobility and difficulty walking
- Ongoing pain and orthopedic complications
- Limitations on daily activities
- Permanent impairment affecting quality of life
Liability Disputes Presented a Challenge
One of the major challenges in this case was comparative fault.
First, our client was operating an illegal mini motorocyle. Pocket bikes are not allowed to be opeated on a roadway. Their small presence make it difficult for drivers to perceive them as they are approaching. Here, the defendant who was parked on the shoulder attempted to make a U-turn direclty in front of the path of our client. Defenant adammently argued that they are not at fault as the Plaintiff should not have been operating a pocket bike on surface streets.
Secondly, a witness observed our client travelling well above the speed limit.
Many laywers would not have taken this case. Despite these challenges, we took on the case. We filed a lawsuit and agressively pursued the defendant for being comparatively liable for the collision.
Our attorneys focused on key evidence demonstrating the unsafe driving maneuver that led to the collision and emphasized the severity of the catastrophic injuries and long-term damages suffered by the client.
By building a strong damages case supported by medical experts and future care projections, the firm was able to successfully negotiate a substantial settlement.
$775,000 Settlement for Catastrophic Injury Victim
Through aggressive negotiation and preparation for litigation, the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates secured a $775,000 settlement for the injured rider.
The recovery helps provide financial support for:
- Ongoing medical care
- Rehabilitation and treatment
- Pain and suffering caused by catastrophic injuries
- Long-term impacts from traumatic brain injury
Helping Victims of Catastrophic Injuries and Traumatic Brain Injuries
Motorcycle and mini bike accidents frequently cause catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injury, severe fractures, and permanent disability.
Even when fault is disputed, injured victims may still be entitled to significant financial compensation.
If you or a loved one has suffered catastrophic injuries or traumatic brain injury in an accident, experienced legal representation can make all the difference.
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