Driver hurt when truck swerved into his lane – $7500,000 Settlement

Defendant driving large work truck in Albemarle County swerved into plaintiff’s lane of travel and hit plaintiff head-on. Defendant claimed that he was swerving to avoid an animal in the roadway.

Type of action: Personal injury

Injuries alleged: Multiple fractures and dislocations in right foot; right meniscus tear; left tibia fracture and meniscus tear. All treated surgically with no material permanency endorsed by treating physicians

Special damages: Approximately $250,000 in medical expenses.

Verdict or settlement: Settlement

Amount: $750,000

Attorneys for plaintiff: J. Gregory Webb and Kyle McNew, Charlottesville