Personal Injury
Auto v. Pedestrian
Skateboard Accident
Darin Blue v. Joshua Schwab
Published: Feb. 16, 2013 | Result Date: Dec. 21, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 30-2011-00528875 Verdict – $59,742
Facts
On Aug. 6, 2010, Darin Blue, while skateboarding, entered an uncontrolled crosswalk and struck the side of Joshua Schwab's SUV, who was driving through. Blue filed suit, arguing that Schwab had failed to yield the right of way.
Schwab argued that Blue had run into the side of the vehicle and was entirely responsible for the accident.
Damages
Blue claimed $11,500 in past medical damages and $27,000 in future medical damages.
Injuries
Blue suffered a fractured cheekbone, broken teeth, and assorted scrapes and bruises.
Result
The jury awarded Blue $59,742. However, it found that Blue was 30 percent contributory negligent and reduced the award to $41,819.
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