$42M
18-Wheeler Accident
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Case Details
The family of 16-year-old Riley Hein, who died in an accident with an 18-wheeler lacking underride guards, was awarded $42 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against multiple trucking companies and a trailer manufacturer. The case highlighted the trucking industry's resistance to safety regulations for side underride protection.
Additional Notes
Awarded in August 2019. Case against Choptank Transport, GNB Trucking, Barkandhi Express, state DOT, and Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co.