New York Car Accident
Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro, Moses & Halperin, LLP attorney Konstantin Burshteyn successfully resolved a motor vehicle crash case for $1,150,000 on behalf of a client who was injured as a backseat passenger in a collision between a sedan and a motorcycle in Nassau County, New York.
Our client was a passenger in a vehicle traveling straight when it collided with a motorcycle that was making a left-hand turn. She was transported by ambulance to a nearby emergency room, where she complained of shoulder pain and was diagnosed with muscle strains, with no fractures visible on imaging. However, in the days following the crash, she began to experience significant lower back pain, eventually requiring a course of physical therapy and pain management. When this treatment failed to provide positive results, she underwent both a lumbar fusion surgery and shoulder arthroscopy.
Throughout the litigation, liability was heavily contested. Each defendant attempted to shift blame to the other and filed motions for summary judgment in an effort to dismiss the case. Konstantin successfully defeated these motions, presenting compelling evidence and testimony that demonstrated both the sedan driver and the motorcycle rider shared responsibility for the collision.
The defense also disputed the nature and cause of our client’s injuries, claiming they were pre-existing, related to a prior work injury, or the result of age-related degeneration. Konstantin met these challenges head-on. Through expert medical testimony, detailed records, and a strong narrative, he proved that the crash was the primary cause of the injuries and that, while our client had some pre-existing conditions, the impact of the crash significantly aggravated her condition and necessitated the surgeries.
After unsuccessful private mediation, Konstantin prepared the case for trial. Ultimately, he was able to secure a $1,150,000 settlement just as jury selection was about to begin.
This case highlights the WRSMH difference; we prepare every case as if it will go to trial, we refuse to settle for less than what our clients deserve, and we embrace every aspect of our client’s history to build a complete and compelling case.