Jury Finds Tesla Liable in Landmark Case, Awarding Over $240 Million Following Fatal Crash of Innocent Bystander
Miami, Florida – A jury has determined that Tesla played a significant role in the death of Naibel Benavides Leon, attributing responsibility for the accident in part to a driver’s distraction. The jury found George McGee, who was driving the Tesla at the time, 67% responsible for the crash, while Tesla was assigned 33% of the liability. Following the verdict, a ruling was issued that requires Tesla to pay over $42 million in compensatory damages, along with an additional $200 million in punitive damages. This verdict, although subject to potential appeal, marks a notable shift … Read more