Attorney Keith R. Hedrick and Paralegal Joshua Cadrin recently settled a multi-vehicle rear-end collision claim for a confidential seven-figure 
settlement on behalf of a client who was seriously injured. The crash occurred when our client, who was stopped with the flow of traffic, was struck from behind by a driver following too closely. Moments later, that same driver was hit from the rear by another vehicle, causing a second rear-end impact to our client. The force of these consecutive impacts resulted in significant injuries to our client’s neck and low back. Following the failure of conservative treatment and injection therapy, her pain persisted, and she ultimately required surgery to her lower back.
Importantly, our client was what the law refers to as an “eggshell plaintiff.” Under Florida Law, a defendant must take a plaintiff as they find them. This means that even if a person has pre-existing conditions or prior injuries, the at-fault parties are still fully responsible for any aggravation or worsening of those injuries caused by their negligence. In this case, while our client did have prior neck and back conditions – both of which required prior surgical intervention – and the crash substantially aggravated those issues.
Our firm brought claims against the drivers of both vehicles involved and our own client’s Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist policy, to ensure that she was fully compensated for her injuries, medical bills, pain and suffering, as well as medical care that she might need in the future
Thanks to the dedication and teamwork of Attorney Hedrick and Paralegal Cadrin, our client was able to obtain a life-changing recovery so that she can finally begin to put this matter behind her and move on from this traumatic incident.
At Murray Guari Perry, we are committed to fighting for justice on behalf of those injured through no fault of their own — ensuring they receive the care, respect, and compensation they deserve.
This case serves as a reminder to never reject Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage – buy as much as you can afford to protect yourself and your loved ones – and always “stack” the coverage. If you have a question about your coverage, please contact one of our attorneys at 561-366-9099 for a complementary review of your automobile policy.
