A Florida resident is taking legal action against a transportation company and its employee, alleging negligence that resulted in severe personal injuries. Lewis Siegel filed the complaint in the Circuit Court of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County, Florida, on October 24, 2024, against T3R Transporting LLC and an individual referred to as John Doe.
The lawsuit stems from an incident on August 19, 2024, when Siegel hired T3R Transporting LLC to transport his motor vehicle from Florida to New York. The complaint details that during this process, John Doe, who was employed by T3R Transporting LLC and acting within the scope of his employment, negligently operated a motor vehicle that ran over Siegel's hand. This alleged negligence has led to significant physical and emotional suffering for Siegel. The plaintiff claims he has endured "bodily injury, great physical pain and suffering," among other damages including mental anguish and loss of enjoyment of life.
Siegel accuses John Doe of failing to operate the vehicle safely and prudently. He asserts that this breach of duty directly caused his injuries. Additionally, Siegel holds T3R Transporting LLC accountable under the legal doctrine of vicarious liability, arguing that as Doe's employer, they are responsible for his actions during the course of employment. The lawsuit further invokes Florida’s dangerous instrumentality doctrine, which imposes a non-delegable duty on vehicle owners to ensure their vehicles are operated safely.
The plaintiff seeks damages exceeding $50,000 from both defendants. He demands a jury trial and requests any additional relief deemed appropriate by the court. The case highlights significant issues surrounding employer liability and safe operational practices within transportation services.
Representing Lewis Siegel is attorney Byron Jackson from Morgan & Morgan P.A., based in West Palm Beach. The Case ID is: 502024CA010188XXXAMB.