Case Result

$22,500

Personal Injury

1998

Massapequa, NY

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Case Details

Plaintiff, a 32-year-old nurse, was injured during a fireworks display when a firework with a defective fuse caused a premature explosion. She sustained a fractured right index finger, bruises, and burns, leading to limited range of motion and chronic pain.

Additional Notes

Settlement for $22,500 reached prior to trial. Plaintiff claimed inadequate warning, training, and negligent provision of a hand flare instead of remote electronic equipment. Defendant argued assumption of risk and comparative negligence. Plaintiff's demand was $45,000, while the offer was $5,000.

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