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Bicycle Accident, Brain Injury
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Case Details
Partner Tom Sacchetta secured a 5.4 million dollar verdict on behalf of a bicyclist who suffered traumatic brain injury as a result of a bicycle accident. Through thorough investigation, it was determined the roadway on which the bicyclist was riding, was defective in that there was a deviation in the road surface resulting from previous roadway repair. The defect in the roadway was in the precise area where a bicyclist would be legally operating his or her bicycle. Not only were we able to develop a strong argument of negligence against the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, but with the use of experts in the field of neurology, neuropsychology, life care planning and vocational evaluation, Tom was able to demonstrate the tremendous economic and non-economic impact that this injury had upon our client and his family. Ultimately, following a lengthy trial, the jury returned a verdict in the amount of 5.4 million dollars, finding that PennDOT had been negligent in their inspection and maintenance of the roadway. At no time, did the defendants make any offer of settlement in the case.
Additional Notes
David Carletti suffered brain damage after falling off his bicycle due to an alleged road defect (deviation in road surface). Award included nearly $2.5 million in medical expenses and lost wages, $2 million in pain and suffering to David Carletti, and $1 million for Brenda Carletti’s loss of consortium claim. Total recovery from Pennsylvania capped at $500,000 due to state law. Carletti v. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Accident occurred May 2012. Carletti suffered subarachnoid hemorrhage, post-traumatic seizure disorder, broken ribs, and a broken vertebra. Bike helmet manufacturer settled confidentially. Thomas F. Sacchetta represented Carletti.