A young Manassas woman seriously injured in a sudden collision found steady guidance, communication, and renewed stability with Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm after a $100,000 settlement.

What Happened

On a clear, dry evening in Manassas, our client and her boyfriend were driving to his workplace to pick up a forgotten wallet. Traffic was light. A car ahead of them was turning, and as they approached the nearby light, her boyfriend slowed to a stop behind another vehicle already waiting at the intersection.

Our client turned her head toward the window, then looked back—and saw only a blur of red rushing toward them before everything went black.

When consciousness returned, the airbag had deployed and the smell of burning rubber filled the car. Her boyfriend urged her to get out, but the pain in her lower back was so intense she couldn’t stand. She laid on the concrete until first responders arrived. Prince William County Police documented the crash, noting airbag deployment and her status as a passenger. She and her boyfriend were transported by ambulance to the emergency room.

The at-fault driver was insured by Nationwide, while our client carried insurance with Integon General Insurance Corporation and Progressive.

How It Felt

Shock gave way to fear and then to overwhelming pain. Learning she had fractured her L1 and L2 vertebrae only intensified her uncertainty about what the coming weeks and months would hold.

She worried about her mobility, her recovery timeline, and how she would navigate calls, forms, and insurance hurdles while trying to heal. She felt vulnerable and unsure of where to turn after such a sudden and traumatic experience.

Our Approach

After finding Parrish Law Firm through Google, she finally felt like someone was listening. As a Manassas personal injury lawyer, our team understands that injuries like hers affect far more than the body—they impact confidence, daily routines, and emotional well-being.

We immediately:

• Reviewed the Prince William County Police report and clarified the sequence leading to impact
 • Confirmed available insurance coverage, including the defendant’s Nationwide policy
 • Gathered and organized medical records documenting her spinal fractures and ER treatment
 • Took over all communication with insurers so she could focus on rest rather than stress
 • Ensured her pain, limitations, and lived experience were fully represented during negotiations

Our approach always centers on compassion, communication, and relieving burdens where we can.

The Outcome

Her case resolved with a $100,000 settlement*, allowing her to regain stability during a painful and uncertain chapter. The resolution helped ensure her medical needs were addressed and allowed her to move forward without the weight of insurance disputes.

Most importantly, she felt seen and supported. What began in fear ended in relief and the reassurance that she did not have to navigate the process alone.

*The case resolved for the available policy limits. Case results depend on a variety of factors unique to each case, including insurance coverage.

If you or someone you love needs a Virginia car accident lawyer, we are here to help you understand your options and regain control after an unexpected injury.

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Case results depend on a variety of factors unique to each case. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.