At Dordick Law Corporation, winning a case isn’t just about proving who was at fault. It’s about making sure the real-life impact of a serious injury is fully understood. In one difficult case involving a dangerous condition on public property, our legal team focused on telling our client’s story in a clear, honest way, so it couldn’t be ignored.
Associate Attorney Terry Cole recently shared how this case unfolded and the thoughtful decisions that helped bring it to a fair outcome.
A Preventable Tragedy
The case began when a motorcyclist was riding through an intersection with a passenger on the back of his bike. A traffic signal wasn’t working properly, and because of that failure, another vehicle entered the intersection directly in the motorcycle’s path. The crash that followed was devastating.
The motorcycle rider suffered life-changing injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, multiple broken bones, and the loss of his left leg above the knee. He also experienced severe emotional trauma and PTSD. Tragically, the passenger did not survive the crash.
A Long Road to Accountability
From the start, responsibility for the crash was heavily disputed, making this a difficult case that took years to fight. Through persistent effort and careful legal work, Dordick Law Corporation was able to show who was responsible, allowing the case to move forward and focus on what truly mattered, how this crash had changed our client’s life.
Showing The Whole Story
Medical records and expert opinions are important, but they don’t always show what everyday life looks like after a catastrophic injury. They can’t fully capture the physical challenges, the emotional pain, or the loss of independence someone experiences after a serious crash.
Knowing this, our team chose a different approach, one that focused on clearly showing what our client’s daily life had become. We wanted decision-makers to truly understand what our client was living with every single day.
The Human Side of the Case
By presenting a clear picture of our client’s daily struggles, the defense was able to see beyond paperwork and numbers. They saw the physical limitations caused by the brain injury, the challenges of living with an above-the-knee amputation, and the emotional toll of losing a loved one.
That understanding made a real difference. It helped everyone involved better grasp the true impact of the injuries and the lifelong challenges our client now faces.
Fighting for Accountability
Early on, settlement offers were as low as $100,000, an amount that didn’t come close to reflecting the harm caused. Through years of dedicated work and a thoughtful approach to telling our client’s story, the case ultimately resolved for $18 million.
This outcome reflects both the seriousness of the injuries and Dordick Law Corporation’s commitment to standing up for people whose lives have been permanently changed.
Putting Clients First
At Dordick Law Corporation, innovation isn’t about using technology for the sake of it. It’s about doing whatever it takes, creatively, carefully, and responsibly, to make sure our clients are truly heard. This case is just one example of how our team combines experience, compassion, and smart strategy to fight for justice when it matters most.
Watch Attorney Terry Cole’s Motion Lit interview below, where he shares firsthand insight into how this complex case unfolded and the strategic decisions that helped achieve justice for our client.
