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Devon Roach entered an intersection and attempted to turn left. He collided with an oncoming vehicle, in which Teena Brailsford, 57, was riding. Brailsford suffered severe injuries, including a cervical fracture at C6, which necessitated surgical decompression. She also suffered a fractured rib and sternum, a dislocated thumb, and abrasions to her hips and leg. Brailsford now requires a walker to ambulate and has difficulty getting dressed. She also suffers from nerve damage that causes her to experience a burning sensation on her skin.

Brailsford sued Roach, alleging that he failed to yield while turning. The defense stipulated as to negligence but disputed causation.

The jury awarded $1.7 million, including $1.1 million for the plaintiff’s past and future medical expenses.

Citation: Brailsford v. Roach, No. 3:17CV03029 (C.D. Ill. Sept. 6, 2019).

Plaintiff counsel: Haytham Faraj and Matthew Amarin, both of Chicago; and Robert J. Mandell, Woodland Hills, Calif.

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