Los Angeles, CA personal injury attorney Louanne Masry talks about a case she worked on where she represented a woman who suffered severe injuries including paralysis of her entire body due to a terrible car accident. She explains that in Southern California, the number of car accidents per year reaches nearly 100,000. Throughout our practice, we have had the privilege of representing numerous individuals who have endured injuries resulting from such accidents. One particular case remains deeply etched in my memory—a young mother with two children. While driving her minivan, she was tragically struck by another driver, resulting in a powerful impact that led to her ejection from the vehicle. This incident caused her to suffer a spinal cord injury, rendering her paralyzed from the neck down.

I had the opportunity to spend significant time with her and her family, and it was during this period that I witnessed the incredible power of perseverance. Despite the initial prognosis that she may never leave the hospital, her resilience and determination shone through. Witnessing her strength in striving to reintegrate into society, despite her paralysis and associated challenges, redefined my understanding of true resilience. I am grateful to maintain a continued relationship with her to this day, even though several years have passed since the incident. I am overjoyed to witness her progress and well-being.

Through negotiations with the insurance company representing the driver who caused the accident, we were able to secure a substantial settlement. This has provided her with access to the best possible medical care, a development that brings me great satisfaction and happiness.