Case Result

$42

Federal Tort Claims Act

2025
Trial Verdict
Rapid City, SD

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Case Details

Judgment against the federal government for catastrophic injuries resulting from a reckless high-speed police pursuit by a federal law enforcement officer who failed to follow mandatory pursuit termination policies. Includes $39.5 million for Morgan Ten Eyck and $2.1 million for Micah Roemen.

Additional Notes

This ruling reaffirms that government immunity does not protect federal employees who violate clear policies and cause harm. FTCA Liability Confirmed - Federal employees must follow mandatory safety policies, or the government can be held liable. Discretionary Function Exception Rejected - The government cannot hide behind immunity when clear rules are broken. Justice for Victims - This case sets a precedent that those harmed by federal employee negligence have a path to full compensation.

Rapid City, SD
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