$125,000 Settlement for Client Injured in Kansas City Lane Change Collision and Assault
At Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers, we secured a $125,000 settlement for a client who was injured in both a car crash and a post-collision assault on Missouri 152 in Kansas City.
The Incident: Improper Lane Change and Assault on Missouri 152
In February 2024, our client was driving eastbound on Missouri 152 Highway in Clay County. While traveling in the second lane, another driver recklessly crossed into her lane without signaling or checking traffic. The improper lane change resulted in a high-speed collision that severely damaged our client’s vehicle and caused multiple physical injuries.
Shockingly, the at-fault driver escalated the incident by physically assaulting our client after the wreck. The assailant was criminally charged and later pled guilty for her actions.
Injuries and Medical Treatment
Our client sustained multiple injuries in the wreck and the subsequent assault. She was treated for:
✔ Left shoulder sprain with glenohumeral joint effusion
✔ Contusions to the left knee and shin
✔ Cervical and low back strain with persistent pain
✔ Paresthesia (numbness and tingling)
✔ Muscle spasms and instability in the shoulder
Treatment included an intra-articular corticosteroid injection to the cervical spine and left shoulder to alleviate pain and inflammation. She also required continued physical therapy and medical monitoring to address her lingering pain and limited range of motion.
Settlement and Case Resolution
The defendant had limited insurance, and our client’s claim was pursued under an underinsured motorist policy. While the insurance companies initially resisted full compensation, our firm aggressively advocated on behalf of our client. Through clear evidence of the crash, medical records, and criminal conviction of the tortfeasor, we secured a $125,000 settlement.
This recovery provided much-needed support for our client’s medical care, emotional distress, and long-term impact from the crash and assault.
At Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers, we don’t back down—whether it’s a reckless driver or an insurer trying to deny full justice. If you’ve been hurt by someone else’s negligence or misconduct, contact us today. We’re here to fight for you.
