A woman living in Illinois filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a man who was killed by a drunk driver. According to the lawsuit, Jeremiah C. Phelps was walking down the street Nov. 12 when he was hit and killed by a vehicle that was driven by Shawn A. Meyers.
Lawsuit Blames Driver’s, Bar Owners’ Negligence
According to the lawsuit, Meyers had consumed alcoholic beverages at the Half Moon Lounge, which is owned by Troy E. and Patricia C. Howell, prior to the accident. Meyers, Troy and Patricia are all named defendants in the wrongful death suit.
The lawsuit claims Meyers was negligent because he:
According to the lawsuit, the owners of the lounge were also negligent because they continued to serve alcohol to Meyers, even though he was intoxicated.
Deceased Man Leaves Behind Three Children
Jaime Douglas filed the lawsuit on behalf of Phelps and his children. Phelps died as a result of the traumatic injuries sustained in the accident and left behind three children:
Suit Names Children’s’ Losses
According to Douglas, the children, all of who are minors, have sustained emotional pain and suffering, and have been deprived of their father’s:
Douglas is seeking sums in excess of $100,000 for damages. The wrongful death lawsuit has been filed in Madison County Circuit Court.
(Source: Madison St. Clair Report)
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