A jury in Florida has awarded a woman who was struck by a car while she was riding her bicycle more than $2.1 million in damages.
Facts and Allegations
Mary Mitchell, a librarian, was struck by a car driven by Steven Anderson while she was riding her bicycle.
Ms. Mitchell sued Mr. Anderson for negligence.
The defense conceded liability, and a trial addressed damages.
Result
The jury determined that Ms. Mitchell's damages totaled $2,182,131.33. It awarded her:
- $108,631 for past medical expenses
- $170,000 for future medical expenses
- $3,500 for lost earnings
- $950,000 for past pain and suffering
- $950,000 for future pain and suffering
The case is Mitchell v. Anderson, No. 18-CA-001085 (Fla. Cir. Ct. Lee Co. July 31, 2019). Attorneys involved include: Zane Berg; Schlesinger Law Offices, P.A.; for Mary Mitchell; Cristina Sabbagh; Schlesinger Law Offices, P.A.; for Mary Mitchell; Bryan Hofeld; Schlesinger Law Offices, P.A.; for Mary Mitchell; Raul R. Loredo; Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford P.A.; Naples, FL for Steven Paul Anderson.
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This report is based on information that was provided by plaintiff's counsel. Additional information was gleaned from court documents. Defense counsel did not respond to the reporter's phone calls.
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Steven A. Meyerowitz
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