Facts

On July 21, 2021 a man pulled over to the shoulder on the Eastbound Interstate 10 freeway near Blythe to assist a vehicle that had overheated. While the man was on the shoulder assisting with the vehicle, a driver operating a semi-truck pulled his truck onto the shoulder striking the man who was later pronounced dead at the scene.

The action was filed by the victim's widow as well as his two children, both minors. Upon their father's death the children were left penniless, and without the basic necessities to survive.

Substantial progress was made toward the settlement at mediation, however the case did not settle at that time.

Insurer

Hudson Insurance Company

Settlement Discussions

After negotiation, defendants offered $1 million policy limit.

Specials in Evidence

Loe: $26,000

Injuries

Funeral costs, loss of decedent's financial contribution and noneconomic damages consisting of compensation for grief and the loss of companionship.

Result

The case settled for $1,275,000.