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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Victim of Negligent Driver in Huntsville Awarded $97,966 in Damages
Being the victim of a reckless driver can cause suffering that is physical, emotional and financial. The best way to protect yourself against further distress is to seek a personal injury attorney.
On February 17, 2009, a jury awarded Matt Pierce of Huntsville, Alabama $97,966 after he suffered injury from being run over by a car in 2003. The lawsuit was filed in 2005.
The complaint stated that defendant Josh Henry was “negligent and careless” when he struck Pierce with his vehicle in a movie theater parking lot. Pierce’s attorney also filed suit against Henry's parents, saying they were negligent to allow their son to drive the car that caused an automobile accident with a pedestrian.
Pierce was 16 when he was hit by Henry, also 16.
Burden of Proof
During the trial, there was testimony that Henry had a history of being irresponsible with vehicles. It was stated that the car involved in the incident – a customized street racer – was a gift from Henry's parents.
The collision took place when Pierce was walking through a movie theater parking lot while talking to a group of friends. He did not see Richardson, who was driving behind him. The car accident injured Pierce’s wrist and leg. The extent of Pierce’s personal injuries left him needing multiple medical treatments, including surgery for both his wrist and his leg. The jury awarded Pierce $87,966 in compensatory damages and an additional $10,000 in punitive damages. They dismissed negligence against Henry's parents.
When you have been injured in any type of accident, it is crucial to consult an experienced personal injury attorney. As with this case, it may take a great deal of time to reach court for a jury trial. Insurance companies will also do everything possible to avoid paying settlements for injuries that require medical attention.
Hiring a personal injury attorney will help make certain that your rights are properly defended and that you receive satisfactory compensation to cover lost wages and medical bills that result from the accident.
If you live in the Huntsville, Alabama area and believe you deserve compensation for an auto accident, please contact The Cochran Firm today to schedule a consultation.
On February 17, 2009, a jury awarded Matt Pierce of Huntsville, Alabama $97,966 after he suffered injury from being run over by a car in 2003. The lawsuit was filed in 2005.
The complaint stated that defendant Josh Henry was “negligent and careless” when he struck Pierce with his vehicle in a movie theater parking lot. Pierce’s attorney also filed suit against Henry's parents, saying they were negligent to allow their son to drive the car that caused an automobile accident with a pedestrian.
Pierce was 16 when he was hit by Henry, also 16.
Burden of Proof
During the trial, there was testimony that Henry had a history of being irresponsible with vehicles. It was stated that the car involved in the incident – a customized street racer – was a gift from Henry's parents.
The collision took place when Pierce was walking through a movie theater parking lot while talking to a group of friends. He did not see Richardson, who was driving behind him. The car accident injured Pierce’s wrist and leg. The extent of Pierce’s personal injuries left him needing multiple medical treatments, including surgery for both his wrist and his leg. The jury awarded Pierce $87,966 in compensatory damages and an additional $10,000 in punitive damages. They dismissed negligence against Henry's parents.
When you have been injured in any type of accident, it is crucial to consult an experienced personal injury attorney. As with this case, it may take a great deal of time to reach court for a jury trial. Insurance companies will also do everything possible to avoid paying settlements for injuries that require medical attention.
Hiring a personal injury attorney will help make certain that your rights are properly defended and that you receive satisfactory compensation to cover lost wages and medical bills that result from the accident.
If you live in the Huntsville, Alabama area and believe you deserve compensation for an auto accident, please contact The Cochran Firm today to schedule a consultation.
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