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Settlement in sideswipe accident

We reached a settlement on behalf of a client who was involved in a sideswipe accident with a tractor trailer. The client approached the truck from the rear and saw the left turn signal activated. When theclient entered the right lane, the truck made a right turn instead of a left turn, sideswiping the client's vehicle. Client underwent a lumbar fusion operation. (Cook County)

Awarded: $855,000

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