September was an exceptionally productive month for Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers, with our team successfully resolving over 27 cases totaling more than $2.8 million for our clients. Beyond the numbers, our focus remains on providing individual attention to ensure every injured client receives the complete compensation they deserve.
To show how our legal team tailors its approach to each unique situation, we have highlighted a few of our most notable settlements from this past month.
Recent Case Highlights
$996,000 Settlement | 18-Wheeler Sideswipe Collision
- Location: Crawford County, MO (I-44)
- The Crash: Our client was sideswiped by an 18-wheeler while traveling on I-44, forcing their vehicle off the roadway and into the median cable barrier.
- Injuries & Treatment: Multiple herniated discs in the neck and lower back, nerve damage, and a progressive foot drop. Treatment required extensive physical therapy, chiropractic care, and a lumbar fusion surgery.
- The Result: We secured a $996,000 settlement.
- Case Overview: Semi-truck accidents often cause severe, long-term injuries. Our team worked directly with medical treatment providers to evaluate the full scope of our client’s long-term care needs, ensuring the settlement covered all past and future medical treatment.
$250,000 Settlement | Commercial Vehicle Improper Turn
- Location: Kansas City, MO
- The Crash: A commercial vehicle made an improper right turn into a private drive, striking the driver’s side of our client’s vehicle. The force of the impact spun the vehicle into a light pole.
- Injuries & Treatment: Concussion with lingering blurred vision, occipital headaches, and light sensitivity, as well as multiple herniated discs and back sprains requiring physical therapy and recommended future surgery.
- The Result: We secured a $250,000 policy-limits settlement.
- Case Overview: By performing a comprehensive review of how these injuries would impact our client’s future quality of life, we established the true value of the claim to ensure full compensation for both immediate losses and ongoing care needs.
$150,000 Settlement | Four-Way Intersection Collision
- Location: Missouri
- The Crash: Another driver failed to yield at a four-way stop, broadsiding our client’s vehicle on the driver’s side.
- Injuries & Treatment: Transported from the scene to the emergency room for abrasions, strains, and herniated discs. Follow-up care included physical therapy and steroid injections to manage pain, numbness, and instability.
- The Result: We secured a $150,000 total settlement combining the at-fault driver’s policy and our client’s underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage.
- Case Overview: When at-fault drivers carry insufficient coverage, we explore every potential source of recovery. By tapping into our client’s own Underinsured Motorist policy, we ensured they received maximum financial protection for their recovery.
Take the Roach Approach
Whether dealing with commercial vehicle collisions or complex coverage limits, having dedicated legal advocates on your side makes all the difference. If you or a loved one were injured in a crash, contact Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers today to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help.
September was a very active and productive month for Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers. Our legal team successfully settled 27 cases totaling over $2.8 million. But it’s not the total value of all of our cases that makes our firm successful, it’s the individual attention we gave these clients that brought them the compensation they deserve. We thought it would be helpful to highlight a few specific cases that we settled this month, so anyone can see how we approach each unique case and get meaningful results.
$250,000 settlement for client injured in commercial vehicle crash in Kansas City
Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers recovered this $250,000 policy-limits settlement for our client who was injured in a crash in Kansas City. A commercial vehicle made an improper right turn into a private drive and struck our client’s vehicle on the driver’s side. The force of the impact also caused their vehicle to spin and collide with a light pole.
Our client suffered a concussion with lingering symptoms, including blurred vision, occipital headaches, and light sensitivity. They were also diagnosed with multiple herniated discs and back sprains, requiring physical therapy and a recommendation for future surgery.
When you hire Roach Law, we perform a comprehensive review of your unique situation, including how the accident will affect your life in the future. We intentionally limit our caseload so every client gets that same attention.This settlement ensures our client receives full compensation for their losses and the cost of future treatment.
$996,000 secured for our client who was sideswiped by an 18-wheeler on I-44 in Crawford County
We secured this $996,000 settlement for our client who was sideswiped by an 18-wheeler while traveling on I-44 in Crawford County. Our client’s vehicle then traveled off the roadway and into the median cable barrier.
Due to the crash, our client sustained multiple herniated discs in their neck and lower back, as well as nerve damage, and a progressive foot drop. Physical therapy and chiropractic care was needed to address pain, numbness, and tingling. Additionally, a lumbar fusion surgery was performed due to the severity of the injuries. This settlement ensures our client is compensated for all of their medical treatment since the crash and in the future.
Semi-truck result in serious, long-term injuries, and we understand how difficult it can be to figure out the full impact those injuries have on your life, and how to treat them.
Here at Roach Law, we help find the right treatment providers, and work with them to evaluate the future cost and care needed.
$150,000 settlement following a crash at a four-way intersection
This settlement was secured through a combination of the at-fault driver’s insurance and our client’s own underinsured motorist coverage. They were injured in a crash at a four-way stop when another driver failed to stop and struck our client’s vehicle on the driver’s side.
Our client was transported to a hospital from the scene of the crash to evaluate their injuries which included abrasions, strains, and herniated discs which later required physical therapy and steroid injections. THey experienced additional pain, discomfort, numbness, and instability due to these injuries. Our team at Roach Law ensured they received maximum compensation, giving them the full financial security needed to move forward confidently with their recovery.
In cases like this, the at-fault driver may only carry state minimum coverage, which can fall short of the total damages. We always recommend adding Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage to your policy so you’re fully protected if the unexpected happens.
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri Car Accident Claims
What should I do after an 18-wheeler accident in Missouri?
Get medical care right away, even if injuries seem minor. Call 911, document the scene and vehicles if you safely can, and avoid giving recorded statements to insurers. Then speak with a Missouri truck accident lawyer, since evidence like driver logs and vehicle data can be lost quickly.
What is a policy-limits settlement?
A policy-limits settlement means the injured person recovers the maximum amount available under the at-fault party’s insurance policy. For example, if a driver carries $250,000 in coverage and the claim settles for that full amount, it is a policy-limits settlement. Other coverage, such as UIM, may still apply.
How does underinsured motorist coverage work in Missouri?
Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage is part of your own auto policy. It may apply when the at-fault driver’s insurance isn’t enough to cover your damages. The amount available and how it is applied depend on your policy terms, so have an attorney review your coverage after a serious crash.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Missouri?
Missouri’s statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is generally five years from the date of the accident. Exceptions can shorten or extend that deadline, and claims against government entities have different rules. Contact an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights. [Verify current law before publishing.]
Take the Roach Approach: Talk to a Missouri Car Accident Lawyer
Whether dealing with commercial vehicle collisions or complex coverage limits, having dedicated legal advocates on your side makes all the difference. If you or a loved one were injured in a crash in Missouri, contact Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers today to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help.
Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
