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Wrongful Death of a Teenage Girl – $855,000 Settlement
An 18-year-old girl sustained a fatal head injury while riding as a passenger in a golf cart. She later died from her injuries.
What Happened
Our clients were the parents the teenage girl.
The girl sustained fatal injuries when the golf cart she was riding in rolled over and caused her to strike her head on the road surface.
Liability Issues
The golf cart in this accident was part of many golf carts which were supplied to purchasers of the condominium at a lakeside resort and were used by owners as local transportation. The golf cart had been modified by the addition of 2 rear seats. The addition of the 2 rear seats changed the handling characteristics of the cart making it more prone to rollovers.
The young victim hit her head on the road surface when the cart rolled over.
Her family received a settlement of $855,000 for the wrongful death of their loved one. The manufacturer’s modifier and retailer of the golf cart contributed to the settlement.
How a Boston Wrongful Death Attorney Can Help
If you have lost a loved one in a Massachusetts motor vehicle accident, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced Boston car accident lawyer to determine the strength of your claim and identify the liable parties.
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