$895,000 Vehicle Collision Settlement in Queens

A failure to yield at a Queens intersection sent one driver to the hospital with spinal injuries — and sent a clear liability signal that Raphaelson & Levine used to recover $895,000.

Vehicle Collision at a Queens Intersection

The at-fault driver entered the intersection without yielding the right of way, striking our client's vehicle on the passenger side with enough force to push it across the lane. The impact caused cervical and lumbar disc herniations, a shoulder impingement, and widespread soft tissue damage that made it impossible for our client to sit, stand, or drive without significant pain for months after the accident.

Our client required a series of epidural injections, extensive physical therapy, and ultimately a surgical consultation to address the disc damage that was not responding to conservative treatment.

Building a Liability Case in Queens County

The at-fault driver disputed responsibility, claiming our client was speeding through the intersection. Our attorneys obtained the police accident report, witness statements from two bystanders, and traffic camera records that confirmed the other driver ran through a yield sign. We also retained an accident reconstruction expert who calculated vehicle speeds and impact angles, proving our client was traveling below the posted limit at the time of the collision.

"Disputing liability when traffic cameras and multiple witnesses confirm a yield-sign violation is a losing strategy. We presented the evidence methodically, and the $895,000 settlement reflected the strength of our client's case." — Andrew Levine, Founding Partner

$895,000 Recovery for a Queens Motor Vehicle Accident

This $895,000 settlement compensates our client for spinal treatment, surgical consultations, lost wages, physical therapy, and the lasting impact of injuries that continue to limit daily activities. It holds the at-fault driver accountable for a preventable collision caused by a simple failure to yield.

If you were injured in a vehicle collision in Queens caused by another driver's negligence, our Queens car accident lawyers have a proven track record recovering substantial settlements for accident victims, and are ready to review your claim.