$1.5 Million Settlement Achieved in Rear-End Collision Case

Michael Waks

6 hours ago

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The Law Office of Michael D. Waks recently achieved a substantial settlement for a client injured in a serious rear-end collision on the northbound 605 Freeway in Los Angeles. The case, Flores vs CDS Trucking Equipment, Inc., resolved on July 10, 2025, with a $1,500,000 settlement.

On January 12, 2023, Tito Flores, a concrete inspector, was driving his pick-up truck on the freeway when defendant rear-ended him, Hakim Hassan Stenson, who was operating his truck while in the course and scope of his employment with the defendant, CDS Trucking Equipment, Inc.. The impact caused Tito to sustain multiple injuries, including a herniated disc, resulting in him receiving an artificial disc replacement at the C5-6 level. Tito’s injuries forced him to be out of work for a year, creating significant financial and personal strain.

Tito filed a lawsuit against both Stenson and CDS Moving Equipment, seeking compensation for past and future medical expenses as well as lost wages. His wife, Triana Flores, also pursued a claim for loss of consortium due to the impact the accident had on their family life.

The defense argued that the collision was minor and that the surgery and extended recovery time were unnecessary. They contended that Tito should have returned to work after a few months and that any treatment beyond six months was unreasonable. Despite these challenges, the legal team representing the Tito’s family presented compelling evidence of the accident’s impact and the necessity of the medical interventions and his lost earnings.

After extensive negotiations and preparation for trial, the case settled the day following the Final Status Conference. The $1.5 million settlement reflects the seriousness of Tito’s injuries, the significant disruption to his professional and personal life, and the strong advocacy of his legal team.

This outcome underscores the importance of having experienced legal counsel when facing disputes over injury claims, particularly when defendants challenge the severity of your injuries. The Law Office of Michael D. Waks remains committed to advocating for clients injured in car accidents, ensuring they receive fair compensation for both their medical needs and the broader consequences of their injuries.

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Michael Waks

Michael Waks is an aggressive advocate for people who have suffered because of someone else’s actions. Michael decided to become a personal injury lawyer when, while clerking at a legal defense firm during law school, he witnessed and was infuriated by asbestos manufacturers spending millions to avoid taking responsibility for the egregious injuries they caused. Immediately after passing the bar, Michael opened his own firm in Long Beach, CA to help the victims of personal injury accidents get every benefit owed them under the law.