2/29/2016
START DATE
END DATE
4-Mar-16
Chuncey Smith v Shannon Jennings
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Supreme Court of Bermuda
Traffic collision liability reasonable care quantum of damages medical injury
David Kessaram
Richard Horseman
Vaughn Caines
FACTS OF THE CASE:
Chuncey Smith suffered injuries from a collision with Shannon Jennings' car on 1st August 2013. The accident occurred under heavy traffic conditions influenced by a nearby public event. Smith claimed damages for personal injuries loss of earnings and medical expenses. Jennings disputed liability suggesting shared fault.
SUMMARY:
Whether Jennings was solely liable for the accident and the quantum of damages owed to Smith
OUTCOMES:
Jennings found liable; Smith awarded damages for loss of income medical expenses and pain and suffering totaling $36637.48
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Chuncey Smith v Shannon Jennings
Chuncey Smith suffered injuries from a collision with Shannon Jennings' car on 1st August 2013. The accident occurred under heavy traffic conditions influenced by a nearby public event. Smith claimed damages for personal injuries loss of earnings and medical expenses. Jennings disputed liability suggesting shared fault.