Michigan Lawyers Weekly Staff//June 2, 2025//
Michigan Lawyers Weekly Staff//June 2, 2025//
$300,000 settlement
The plaintiffs in this case were a father and daughter who suffered injuries after being struck by a motor vehicle as they attempted to cross the street without using a crosswalk.
The primary injuries were compression fracture, concussion, and road rash.
The plaintiffs retained an accident reconstruction expert as the defendant contested liability. The matter was resolved soon after the plaintiffs’ accident reconstruction expert shared his opinions.
Plaintiffs’ counsel provided the case information.
Action: Motor vehicle negligence
Injuries alleged: Fractures, road rash, concussion
Case name: Woodward v. Saum
Court/case no.: Muskegon County Circuit Court/23-005913-NI
Judge: Hon. Kenneth S. Hoopes
Settlement amount: $300,000
Date: March 26, 2025
Attorney for plaintiff: Justin M. Maxim, CBH Attorneys & Counselors, Grand Rapids