What happens when a woman in her late 80s is hit by a car and her own insurance company doesn’t want to make good on its policy? If the woman has no way to fight, the insurance company will probably get its way. This is the story of a woman who fought. 

Jeep vs. Woman

Carol W.* was exiting a store on foot when a Jeep went in reverse and knocked Carol down. Carol suffered elbow and pelvic fractures and spent three months in physical rehabilitation with various complications. Because of the driver’s negligence, Carol’s life was turned upside-down. 

From Being a Walker to Needing a Walker

Before the impact, Carol walked a mile on the treadmill while listening to marching band music and never used a walker or wheelchair. After the impact, Carol was forced to use a walker and wheelchair, which left her unable to walk her dogs or use the stairs at her house. She couldn’t go see her friends whenever she wanted—her independent life was taken from her. The collision made it so that Carol, a vibrant and active elderly person, could no longer live without assistance. From the moment the car hit her, Carol was no longer able to function as an independent adult.

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What happens when a woman in her late 80s is hit by a car and her own insurance company doesn’t want to make good on its policy? If the woman has no way to fight, the insurance company will probably get its way. This is the story of a woman who fought. 

Jeep vs. Woman

Carol W.* was exiting a store on foot when a Jeep went in reverse and knocked Carol down. Carol suffered elbow and pelvic fractures and spent three months in physical rehabilitation with various complications. Because of the driver’s negligence, Carol’s life was turned upside-down. 

From Being a Walker to Needing a Walker

Before the impact, Carol walked a mile on the treadmill while listening to marching band music and never used a walker or wheelchair. After the impact, Carol was forced to use a walker and wheelchair, which left her unable to walk her dogs or use the stairs at her house. She couldn’t go see her friends whenever she wanted—her independent life was taken from her. The collision made it so that Carol, a vibrant and active elderly person, could no longer live without assistance. From the moment the car hit her, Carol was no longer able to function as an independent adult.

 

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