$100,000 Policy-Limits Settlement for DUI Crash on I-35 in Merriam, Kansas

Michael Foster

This motor vehicle collision occurred in March 2024 on Interstate 35 southbound in Merriam, Kansas. Our client was injured when another driver struck his vehicle while driving under the influence of alcohol.

Liability and Impaired Driving

The at-fault driver was intoxicated at the time of the collision. The driver’s insurance carrier, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, accepted liability for the crash and its insured’s conduct.

Injuries and Medical Treatment

As a result of the collision, our client sustained serious injuries requiring extensive medical care. Treatment included surgical intervention, followed by months of physical therapy and rehabilitation. Care was provided through multiple medical providers, including AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, as well as orthopedic and rehabilitation specialists.

The injuries significantly disrupted our client’s daily life and required a prolonged course of recovery.

Settlement and Outcome

Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers presented a comprehensive settlement demand outlining the severity of the injuries, the medical treatment required, and the heightened accountability that applies in cases involving impaired driving. As a result, the insurer agreed to pay the full $100,000 policy limits.

The settlement was finalized in July 2025, allowing our client to obtain compensation without the delay and uncertainty of litigation.

Result

This case underscores the importance of holding impaired drivers and their insurers accountable and demonstrates how prompt investigation and thorough documentation can lead to maximum recovery, even without filing suit.