Make a list of the before and after facts of Bobby's life.

Then, per the worksheet:

1. Identify "Injuries" to Bobby.

2. Which of those injuries should be compensated (damages).

3. Are there any comparative or contributory negligence considerations?

4. How might the courts calculate damages to Bobby?

Happy Bobby.... Meet Bobby, on January 26th 2018. He is 26 years old. After graduating from high school, Bobby started working construction, and is now a journeyman carpenter, he makes $34,000 a year and expects a raise when he receives his "master certification". Bobby has always been an athlete. He enjoys the outdoors and many of his vacations are centered towards adventure travel. During his travels Bobby has shown an affinity for language and is fluent in Spanish. He is engaged to a first-year resident in radiology, that he met rock climbing at Mt. Baker. She currently makes about $40,000/yr. but expects to make $125,000/year when she completes her residency in December, 2004. They live together in a daylight loft above an art gallery in Pioneer Square. They plan on getting married next summer in Maui, and he looks forward to starting a family.

Bobby's life in January 2020 After struggling with his handicap for a year his fiance broke up with him, because she was disappointed in their sex life. Bobby has moved in with his parents because his apartment was not easily accessible by wheelchair. His parents have had ramps installed and their hallways widened to make their home more wheelchair accessible. He has not worked since the date of the accident. He has been very depressed and he spends most days on the sofa watching court shows and Oprah. Bobby no longer plays sports, travels or enjoys the outdoor activities that he used to. Bobby isn't the same person that he was before the accident.

Before the accident After the accident 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Explain