Facts

LaQuan Crittendon sued Luxor Cabs Inc. and Cole Kelly, in connection with a vehicular accident that occurred on March 9, 2013.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Plaintiff claimed he was riding his bicycle when he was struck by a taxicab operated by Kelly. He claimed to have suffered injuries as a result, and sued Kelly for negligence. He also sued Luxor Cabs, Kelly's employer, for vicarious liability. Plaintiff contended that Kelly was driving too fast, causing the collision. He claimed that he continued to experience pain in his left hip due to the accident.

DEFENDANTS' CONTENTIONS:
Kelly denied plaintiff's allegations, claiming he was driving only between 20 and 25 mph. Kelly also contended that plaintiff violated several laws, including making an unsafe lane change, failing to travel on the right side of the road, turning too sudden, and for failing to install headlights, reflectors, or taillights in his bicycle. Additionally, defendants claimed plaintiff's hip complaints were unrelated to the accident.

Damages

Crittendon requested $13,372.40 in past medical expenses and an undisclosed amount for past and future pain and suffering.

Injuries

Crittendon sustained a fracture to the tip of his right femur.

Result

The parties reached a $49,000 settlement.