Overview
A motorcyclist was killed in a head-on collision after an inexperienced driver crossed the centre line while attempting to pass other vehicles. A wrongful death claim was brought on behalf of his wife and two school-aged children and settled shortly after mediation for $1.178 million.
Key Takeaways
- Settlement amount: $1.178 million
- Accident type: Head-on motorcycle collision
- Fatality: Motorcycle rider
- Surviving family: Wife and two school-aged children
- Notable legal issue: The other driver crossed the centre line while attempting to pass other vehicles
- Damages claimed: Lost income, loss of services, and loss of care, guidance, and companionship
- Resolution method: Settlement shortly after mediation
The Case
Our client was riding his motorcycle when an inexperienced driver attempted to pass other vehicles, crossed the centre line, and collided head-on with him. Our client died as a result of the crash and was survived by his wife and two school-aged children.
We sued the other driver on behalf of the family. The claim sought compensation for lost income and the loss of services our client would have provided, as well as the loss of his care, guidance, and companionship.
The case proceeded to mediation and was settled shortly afterward for $1.178 million.
Why It Matters
This case addressed the financial and personal losses experienced by a wife and two young children following the death of their husband and father.
The wrongful death claim included several aspects of the family’s loss and concluded with a $1.178 million settlement shortly after mediation.