Ben Keen worked diligently to secure a $1.5 million settlement for our client who was injured due to the negligence of a tractor-trailer driver.
Setting the Scene
The traffic signal at the intersection provided a walk signal for pedestrians, and the tractor-trailer driver was faced with a red light. While approaching the intersection, the driver observed the plaintiff on the sidewalk near the crosswalk. After the plaintiff entered the crosswalk, the driver began navigating a right turn on red. As the plaintiff tried to avoid being run over, she fell to the ground and incurred a tibial plateau fracture. The driver observed the plaintiff on the ground in his side mirrors as he checked the swing of his trailer and stopped.
Focusing on the Facts
"The driver saw the pedestrian and chose to ignore her. He was aware that she was close to the crosswalk and had the right of way, but he ignored her and focused on the vehicles approaching the direction he intended to travel." - Ben Keen
"He did this because he had a red light and knew he needed to make a turn that would result in him blocking lanes of oncoming traffic. He made the decision to turn right, which meant putting the pedestrian at risk." - Ben Keen
Commitment to Justice
"This is just one example of our firm’s commitment to achieving justice for our clients." - Ben Keen
"We have a dedicated team of attorneys, like Ben Keen, who make it their mission to right those wronged by others’ negligence, ensuring that justice is not just a concept, but a reality." - Ben Keen