Family of New York Woman Killed in Truck Crash Settles Lawsuit for $16 Million

"We're pleased to be able to resolve this for Rhonda Henson's family," said John David Hart, attorney for the family of Mrs. Henson. "We believe it was a just outcome within our civil court system and a fair settlement given the facts of the case. It wasn't about money for the Henson family. This lawsuit was about accountability and responsibility."

"This is a terrible loss for the Henson family," said Hart. "Every week seems to bring news of another terrible truck crash. But we believe that this settlement will at least make companies more aware of the need for good safety and hiring practices and hopefully prevent another needless tragedy," said John Q. Kelly, a New York catastrophic injury lawyer.