Legge v. Lucci, (1972) 3 Nfld. & P.E.I.R. 409 (NFSC)

• Judge: Higgins, J.
• Court: Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador (Canada)
• Case Date: August 15, 1972
• Jurisdiction: Newfoundland and Labrador
• Citations: (1972), 3 Nfld. & P.E.I.R. 409 (NFSC)

Legge v. Lucci (1972), 3 Nfld. & P.E.I.R. 409 (NFSC)

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Legge v. Lucci

Indexed As: Legge v. Lucci

Newfoundland Supreme Court

At Trial

Higgins, J.

August 15, 1972.

Summary:

The infant plaintiff brought an action for damages for personal injuries arising out of a collision between the defendant's motor vehicle and the plaintiff's bicycle. Liability was admitted, special damages were agreed upon and the trial court assessed general damages for personal injuries at $15,000.00.

Damage Awards - Topic 133

Injury and death - Leg injuries - Multiple leg fractures or injuries - Fractures of tibia and femur - One inch shortening of leg - 30% loss of flexion - Bowing of knee - Cosmetic defect - Female aged 13 - Newfoundland Supreme Court awarded $15,000.00 general damages for pain, suffering, permanent partial disability and diminution of enjoyment of life.

Counsel:

Isaac Mercer, Q.C., for the plaintiffs;

Alan F. Caule, for the defendant.