$1.7 Million for Portsmouth Motorcyclist

Rutter Mills personal injury attorney Adam Lotkin secured a $1.7 million settlement for a 21-year-old mail carrier seriously injured while riding his motorcycle off duty. The young man suffered multiple fractures, required surgery, and faced long-term complications from his injuries. Despite the insurance company’s attempts to blame the motorcyclist for the crash, Adam successfully negotiated a seven-figure settlement.

Case Results

• Practice Area: Motorcycle Accidents
• Location: Virginia
• Injuries: Pelvic fractures, fractured tibia, mild concussion
• Resolution: Pretrial Settlement
• Amount: $1,700,000
• Attorney: Adam H. Lotkin

Serious Motorcycle Injuries Required Surgery and Rehabilitation

The motorcyclist underwent surgery to repair his pelvic injuries, with metal implants used to stabilize the damaged bones. He also suffered a fractured tibia and concussion.

His injuries and treatment included:

• Pelvic fractures requiring surgery
• Permanent metal implants
• Fractured tibia
• Mild concussion
• Rehabilitation and recovery

The injuries kept the young man away from his job as a mail carrier for approximately seven months. His medical expenses reached nearly $290,000, with tens of thousands in lost income.

Although he eventually returned to work and recovered much of his previous function, the accident left lasting consequences. With surgical implants remaining in his body, he faced the prospect of early-onset arthritis and chronic pain.

Who Is at Fault When a Car Turns Left in Front of a Motorcycle in Virginia?

Drivers making left turns must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to create a hazard. Under Virginia Code § 46.2-825, a driver turning left must yield the right-of-way to approaching vehicles when they are close enough to pose a danger.

However, liability isn’t always automatic. Insurance companies sometimes argue that a motorcycle was speeding or otherwise contributed to the collision or was responsible for their injuries because they lacked safety equipment. Because Virginia follows contributory negligence rules, these allegations can significantly affect a personal injury claim.

In this case, the insurance company’s attempt to question the motorcyclist’s speed did not prevent Adam Lotkin from securing a $1.7 million settlement.

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