We reached a $240,000 settlement for a 60-year-old woman who was struck from behind while slowing down on the parkway. Although no police report was filed at the scene, she did what many injured drivers do—went straight to the emergency room when she realized the pain in her neck and back wasn’t improving. Over the following weeks, she developed worsening shoulder pain that affected her ability to sleep and lift her arm. Doctors later diagnosed a partial rotator cuff tear and a labral tear, ultimately requiring arthroscopic surgery. Even without a police report, our team built a strong claim supported by medical records, treatment history, and expert review. The case was pending in the Supreme Court, Queens County, when we secured a settlement that reflected the real effects of her injuries and helped her regain stability.