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    Michael J. Jordan, Esq. Secures $1,100,000 Settlement in Pedestrian Accident Case

    May 20, 2026

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    It is our pleasure to announce that Michael J. Jordan, Esq., Shareholder at Stark & Stark, recently secured a $1,100,000 settlement in a pedestrian versus motor vehicle matter involving significant injuries.

    The case arose when the client was lawfully crossing the street in a marked crosswalk and was struck by a motor vehicle. As a result of the collision, the client sustained serious injuries requiring surgical intervention and an extended hospital stay.

    “This resolution reflects the importance of protecting pedestrians and ensuring drivers are held accountable for preventable incidents,” Jordan said. “Our focus was on securing the resources our client needed to recover and move forward after a life-altering event.”

    Michael J. Jordan, Esq. is a Shareholder at Stark & Stark and a member of the firm’s Accident & Personal Injury Group. He devotes his practice to representing individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries or wrongful death, with a focus on truck and commercial motor vehicle crashes, construction site accidents, and other complex cases involving serious, life-changing harm.


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