A jury in Texas has awarded $285,000 to a plaintiff who alleged that he was injured when the vehicle in which he was a passenger in Waco was struck by another vehicle.
Facts and Allegations
Jeffie Willis alleged that he was a front-seat passenger of a car traveling in Waco, Texas, when his vehicle was struck by Gary Don Bush, who was attempting to enter a traffic circle from a yield sign.
Mr. Willis sued Mr. Bush for negligence.
The defense contended that it was just an accident and that the intersection was very confusing.
Result
The jury found that Mr. Bush was liable for the accident and determined that Mr. Willis' damages totaled $285,000.
The case is Willis v. Bush, No. DC-16-06574 (Tx. Dallas Co. D. Ct. March 5, 2019). Attorneys involved include: Dominic M.V. Braus; The Carlson Law Firm P.C.; for Jeffie Willis; Josh Crowley; The Carlson Law Firm P.C.; for Jeffie Willis; Mark A. Teague; LeCrone Law Firm, PC; Sherman, TX for Gary Don Bush.
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