Man sustained subdural hematoma in rear-end collision —$1.15M settlement

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Type of action: Negligence, auto accident

Injuries alleged: Subdural hematoma requiring left frontoparietal craniotomy, concussion and left arm fracture

Court: Prince William Circuit Court

Date resolved: 8/11/2023

Special damages: $306,759

Verdict or settlement: Settlement

Amount: $1,150,000

Attorney for plaintiff: Daniel M. Szieber, Bethesda, Maryland

Description of case: The paintiff was traveling eastbound on Minnieville Lane attempting to proceed straight through the intersection with Canton Hill Road. The plaintiff was stopped at a red traffic signal and, as the light turned green, started to move and was rear-ended by a Mack waste collection truck. Plaintiff was extricated from his vehicle and flown by helicopter to INOVA Fairfax Hospital.

Initially, he was diagnosed with a concussion and left arm fracture. CT head scans appeared normal. Several weeks later, plaintiff began experiencing extreme dizziness and confusion. He presented to Virginia Hospital Center and a subsequent head CT scan was performed which revealed a subdural hematoma. He then was transported to Georgetown University Hospital for an emergency craniotomy.

Plaintiff’s counsel, Daniel M. Szieber, provided case information.

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