The Client's Situation
Our client was driving on the highway when a fatigued commercial truck driver, who had been on the road for 14 hours straight in violation of federal hours-of-service regulations, fell asleep and crossed the center line, causing a head-on collision.
Injuries Sustained
- Multiple fractures to both legs requiring surgical repair
- Crushed pelvis with permanent mobility limitations
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Inability to return to physically demanding occupation
Life Impact
The injuries ended our client's career as a construction worker and left them with permanent mobility limitations requiring assistive devices and ongoing pain management.
Legal Challenges
Trucking Company Denials
The trucking company initially denied that their driver was fatigued and claimed our client was speeding.
Destroyed Evidence
The truck's electronic logging device data was allegedly corrupted, making it difficult to prove violations.
Complex Federal Regulations
The case required extensive knowledge of federal motor carrier safety regulations.
Our Legal Strategy
Filed a spoliation motion to preserve evidence and obtained the truck's black box data
Hired a trucking industry expert who reconstructed the driver's logbook
Obtained cell phone records showing the driver had been texting while driving
Demonstrated the trucking company's pattern of pressuring drivers to violate regulations
Built a comprehensive economic damages case
The Outcome
Comprehensive compensation for our client's losses
Settlement Breakdown
- Medical expenses and future care: $320,000
- Lost wages and earning capacity: $420,000
- Pain, suffering, and loss of quality of life: $160,000
Long-Term Impact
This settlement provided our client with financial security for ongoing medical treatment, retraining for a new career, and compensation for the permanent impact on their life.
Thomas Boley not only got me the compensation I needed, but he held that trucking company accountable for putting profits over safety.
— Trucking Crash Victim
Thomas Boley, Esq.
Attorney at Law | Nevada State Bar | 18+ Years Experience
Thomas Boley is a licensed Nevada attorney with over 18 years of experience representing clients in personal injury and criminal defense cases. Since 2008, he has successfully recovered millions of dollars for injury victims and protected the rights of individuals facing criminal charges throughout Las Vegas and Nevada.