Nursing is a physically demanding profession that often requires prolonged standing, walking, lifting, and assisting patients. The client’s injuries prevented her from performing her regular duties, and light-duty work was not available.
Without the ability to return to her job, her financial situation deteriorated. She eventually lost her employment and faced additional financial hardship while continuing to manage her injuries.
The nurse’s medical treatment and the related expenses were extensive, creating another challenge for her personal injury claim.
The at-fault driver carried $100,000 in bodily injury liability coverage. Although that represented a substantial amount of insurance, the nurse’s medical expenses and lost income demonstrated why additional compensation was important.
Fortunately, her own auto insurance included underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage, providing another potential source of recovery beyond the at-fault driver’s policy.
