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Roe, who had lost his license, allegedly went to a local bar and consumed multiple cocktails. A bartender offered to drive him home, but Roe allegedly said he was using a rideshare. Shortly after, Roe allegedly drove his vehicle at a high rate of speed, crossed the center line, and collided head-on with the Does. Jane Doe suffered a fractured spine, connective tissue injuries, laceration of her abdominal wall musculature, and hydropneumothorax. John Doe suffered a fractured calcaneus and fibula, as well as pneumothorax.

The Does sued Roe, alleging negligence.

The parties settled for approximately $1.32 million.

Citation: Does v. Roe, Confidential Dkt. No. (Mass. Confidential Ct. Aug. 2023).

Plaintiff counsel: Paul Zerola, Weston, Mass.