Mass. woman killed, boyfriend injured in car accident awarded $1 million and $1.4 million respectively

Case Name:

David and Mary Zinck, individually, and on behalf of the Estate of Mary Zinck and Neil Bornstein v. Gateway Country Store and William White

Case Number: Unknown

Date: 09/29/04

State: Massachusetts

Details:

David and Mary Zinck, individually, and on behalf of the Estate of Mary Zinck and Neil Bornstein sued Gateway Country Store and William White for the death of Mary, age 16, and for the serious injuries, including brain damage, sustained by her boyfriend Neil in an automobile accident that occurred after White illegally bought beer from Gateway's store in Seabrook, New Hampshire. White was convicted of vehicular homicide after the accident and was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison. White admitted liability.

Verdict Outcome:

Plaintiff verdict for $1 million in death of daughter. Boyfriend awarded $1.4 million.