$730
Truck Accident
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Case Details
Jury awarded $730 million to the family of a 73-year-old woman killed in an oversized load truck accident near Mount Pleasant, Texas. The pilot vehicle failed to adequately warn of the extra-large load, leading to a fatal collision.
Additional Notes
Defendants included pilot vehicle company, employer of truck driver, and shipping company. Logistics company and driver's employer settled for $51 million before trial. Pilot vehicle company found 50% liable. Award included $480 million compensatory and $250 million punitive damages. Incident occurred in 2016.