Man pumping gas was struck by out-of-control vehicle – $1,250,000 Settlement

Plaintiff, a 57-year-old male, was standing at a gas station pumping gas when he was struck by a car whose driver had lost control. Plaintiff had multiple surgeries on his leg, but the doctors ultimately were not able to save the leg. The accident was investigated by the police, but no charges were filed. Defendant had liability limits of $250,000 and an umbrella policy of $1,000,000, all with the same insurance company. The case was settled for the policy limits between plaintiff’s counsel and the insurance company shortly after suit was filed.

Type of action: Personal injury – auto accident
Injuries alleged: Loss of left leg above the knee
Court: Richmond Circuit Court
Verdict or Settlement: Settlement
Amount: $1,250,000 (total insurance limits)
Attorney for plaintiff: W. F. Drewry (“Drew”) Gallalee, Richmond
Plaintiff’s experts: Dr. Santosh Kale; Dr. V. Mounasamy