$1 Million Settlement Secured for Daughter After Fatal DUI Truck Crash

In a heartbreaking case that underscores the devastating consequences of impaired driving, Shook & Stone successfully secured a $1 million policy limits settlement for the daughter of a man tragically killed by a commercial truck driver under the influence.

The Incident

In October 2023, a 41-year-old Las Vegas father was crossing South Nellis Boulevard when he was fatally struck by a box truck. The driver, operating under a commercial license, was later criminally charged with driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. Tragically, the victim died at the scene from blunt force head trauma.

While early police reports mentioned that the pedestrian may have been outside a marked crosswalk, the driver’s suspected intoxication and multiple safety violations established a strong case for liability.

How Shook & Stone Delivered Justice

The victim’s daughter, his sole surviving heir, turned to Leonard Stone and the legal team at Shook & Stone to seek justice through a Wrongful Death Claim.

Through thorough investigation, Mr. Stone and his team:

• Secured vital records, including the police report, coroner findings, and criminal case documentation
• Filed a Policy Limits Demand under Nevada law, which obligates insurers to settle promptly and fairly
• Prepared a formal Complaint and were fully ready to litigate had the insurer not responded in good faith
  

Thanks to their diligence and aggressive strategy, the case was settled for the full $1,000,000 in available insurance coverage, avoiding the need for prolonged litigation.

Legal Challenges and Strategic Advocacy

This case was not without challenges. The pedestrian was not in a marked crosswalk, which raised questions under Nevada’s Modified Comparative Fault Law (NRS 41.141). Under this statute, a claimant can be barred from recovery if found 51% or more at fault.

Shook & Stone built a compelling case to prove the driver’s greater responsibility due to his intoxication and traffic violations, overcoming a significant legal hurdle and ensuring full compensation for the victim’s daughter.

Fighting for Families in Difficult Times

At Shook & Stone, our attorneys are committed to representing victims of DUI accidents, trucking accidents, and wrongful death claims throughout Nevada. With decades of combined experience and a reputation for aggressive advocacy, our firm consistently delivers results — even in the face of complex liability issues.

Just ask our clients:

“They were aggressive with my case and didn’t back down. I felt like they really fought for me.”

“They explained everything in detail, kept me informed, and went to bat for me every step of the way.”
– Read more client testimonials

Contact Shook & Stone Today

If you’ve lost a loved one due to the negligence of another, especially in cases involving DUI or commercial drivers, you need an experienced team that will fight for your rights — and won’t back down.

Contact Shook & Stone today for a free consultation. We’re here to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.