According to the Beaverton ValleyTimes, “TriMet settled a wrongful death case brought by Stephanie and Michael Miller over the death of their son, Austin. The settlement means that TriMet will immediately pay the family $200,000 for damages suffered and potentially an additional $175,000 if the Multnomah County Circuit Court rules that the Oregon Tort Claims Act applies to this case, allowing both parents to claim separate damages rather than being grouped in one family claim.”
The gist of the lawsuit is that the Trimet bus driver recklessly drove in the bike lane that Austin was riding his bicycle in causing his death. Reports indicate the driver thought she had allowed enough room in the bike lane for Austin.
If your child has been injured or has died as the result of a bicycle accident, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to assess your circumstances and to determine if a wrongful death or bicycle accident lawsuit is warranted.
When selecting a child injury attorney you’ll want to ask critical questions such as; how long have you been practicing law; do you have experience with child accident cases in Boston, Massachusetts; what is the biggest settlement or verdict you have won? For over 30 years The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts, has fought on behalf of children. Our child injury lawyers take time when speaking with you about your child’s injuries. Mr. Kiley’s firm works with you on a contingency basis, which means there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury attorneys win your case. Call now for a FREE legal consultation.
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