Old Louisville Jury Awards $36,871 in Red-Light Collision

A motor vehicle collision occurred on September 26, 2014, at the intersection of 3rd Street and Lee Street in Old Louisville. The plaintiff alleged the defendant ran a red light while traveling on 3rd Street, leading to a broadside impact with the plaintiff's vehicle. The plaintiff claimed to have swerved to avoid the collision but was unable to prevent it. The defendant countered that the plaintiff was at fault, asserting that the plaintiff ran a red light.

The plaintiff reported sustaining four non-displaced broken ribs and a thoracic compression fracture in the moderate impact. Medical treatment for these injuries lasted several months, resulting in medical bills totaling $26,871. The plaintiff sought compensation for these medical expenses and for pain and suffering. The defendant maintained a defense of no liability and also disputed the extent of the plaintiff's claimed injuries.

After hearing the arguments, a jury returned a mixed verdict on fault. The defendant was assessed 70% of the fault for the collision, while the plaintiff was found 30% at fault. The jury subsequently awarded the plaintiff the amount of the reported medical bills and an additional $10,000 for pain and suffering, reflecting the jury's finding of comparative negligence between the two drivers.