$24 million verdict for man injured in serious truck crash

A man seriously injured in 2004 when his SUV collided with an Illinois Department of Transportation (DOT) truck has been awarded a record $24 million by a Cook County jury.

The victim, Andrzej Chraca, was so severely injured that he is now a paraplegic.  According to police, the accident happened at an intersection and both drivers claim that the other driver ran a red light.  Each driver sued the other because there was no clear fault in the case, and the jury favored Chraca over the also seriously injured IDOT truck driver.

Chraca fractured a vertebra in his spine and is unable to walk without leg braces, canes or a walker.  He has not been able to return to work since the accident and relies on a wheelchair for mobility, according to someone close to him.

Spine injuries can be very serious, leading to unexpected long-term consequences, a compromised quality of life, and difficulty pursuing work or leisure activities.  This case is an example of what a skilled truck accident attorney can do for a badly injured client.  The award is especially impressive considering that the victim was also being sued by the IDOT driver.

No matter how bleak your situation may seem after an accident, never give up hope.  If you’re suffering after a major truck accident or any other kind of traffic collision, don’t despair – attorneys like those on our skilled legal team can make a real difference in your life, too.