$1,975,000 Settlement

Case Overview

Our client was riding an electric scooter along a sidewalk in Texas, when they encountered an unmarked construction zone. The area was filled with broken concrete and exposed rebar, leaving no safe path for pedestrians or riders. With traffic on one side and debris on the other, our client cautiously continued forward. Moments later, a loose board caused a violent crash that left them critically injured.

The impact tore the client’s spleen, damaged their kidney, and left them in the ICU for multiple days. Despite the severe pain and lengthy recovery process, they showed remarkable determination to rebuild their life.

Ultimately, Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP secured a $1,975,000 settlement, ensuring our client received the medical care and financial support they needed to move forward.

Incident Details

The sidewalk adjacent to an active construction site had no cones, barricades, or warning signs to alert the public of hazardous conditions. The uneven pavement and exposed rebar created an unavoidable danger for pedestrians and riders alike. When the client struck a loose board hidden among the debris, they were thrown from their scooter and suffered catastrophic internal injuries.

Injuries and Medical Care

• Kidney damage and spleen tear
• Severe internal trauma requiring intensive care
• Extended hospitalization followed by outpatient treatment
• Long-term pain management and mobility challenges
• Possible lifelong reliance on a walker for stability

Recovery & Challenges

Following hospitalization, our client faced a long and difficult recovery process marked by constant pain, emotional strain, and financial uncertainty. They endured months of rehabilitation and medical follow-ups while struggling to manage the demands of insurance and billing.

Our team provided steady guidance every step of the way—ensuring access to quality medical care, coordinating treatment coverage, and helping avoid unnecessary surgical procedures.

Our Legal Strategy

From the outset, our attorneys focused on proving that the construction company and property managers failed to maintain a safe public area. Through thorough investigation and strategic evidence collection, we established that:

• No safety barriers, signage, or detours were in place despite active work.
• City and contractor records confirmed inadequate site management.
• Witness statements corroborated the absence of warnings before the incident.

We retained experts in construction safety and human factors to explain how the lack of basic precautions directly led to the accident. Detailed medical documentation and expert analysis quantified the long-term effects of the client’s injuries, strengthening our damages claim.

By combining factual evidence with compassionate storytelling, our firm presented a powerful case demonstrating negligence and the profound human cost of the defendant’s inaction.

Result

Through relentless advocacy and preparation, Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP obtained a $1,975,000 settlement on behalf of our client. The recovery covered medical expenses, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and future care needs—allowing them to focus on healing and reclaiming independence after a devastating accident.

At Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP, we fight to hold negligent parties accountable and help our clients rebuild their lives after devastating injuries—with compassion, determination, and an unwavering commitment to justice.