NBA Royalty Sued Over Alleged Car Crash
Accident Details
Hours after becoming the first father-son duo to share an NBA court together, LeBron and Bronny James are facing a new challenge. A lawsuit has been filed against the Lakers teammates, alleging their involvement in a 2022 car crash in the Antelope Valley town of Littlerock.
Lawsuit Details
A complaint filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court claims that LeBron and Bronny "negligently owned, controlled, repaired, entrusted, maintained and operated an automobile as to cause it to, and it did, become involved in an accident or collision" that caused injury to the plaintiffs and damage to the vehicle they were in.
Accident Location and Details
According to the complaint, plaintiffs Kiara McGillen and April Lopez were in a car on Pearblossom Highway at or near the intersection of 87th Street on November 13, 2022, when the alleged incident occurred. McGillen was the driver, but the vehicle is owned by Lopez.
Investigation
The Antelope Valley office of the California Highway Patrol was unable to find a report filed on that date regarding an accident at that location. The lawsuit does not indicate whether the CHP was notified of the incident.
Injuries and Damages
The lawsuit states that the plaintiffs "sustained personal injuries which caused and will continue to cause pain, discomfort and physical disability," and they have "employed and will employ in the future physicians, surgeons and others for examination, treatment and care." The plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages.
Court Hearing Scheduled
A court hearing has been scheduled for February 19, 2025.
Representatives and Defenses
LeBron James and his representatives did not immediately respond to The Times. The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker, representing the plaintiffs, also did not immediately respond. In addition to LeBron and Bronny James, the lawsuit includes multiple "Does" as possible defendants.
NBA History and Recent Game
Lebron James is in his 22nd NBA season and is the league’s all-time leading scorer. His oldest son, Bronny James, was a second-round draft pick for the Lakers this offseason. They played together for more than two minutes during the Lakers’ season-opening win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday.
Conclusion
As LeBron and Bronny navigate their first season together on the same team, they are now facing a new challenge in the form of a lawsuit. The outcome of this case is yet to be determined, but one thing is certain – this father-son duo is sure to be in the spotlight for some time to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the nature of the lawsuit?
A: The lawsuit alleges that LeBron and Bronny James were involved in a car accident in 2022 and are responsible for the resulting injuries and damages.
Q: What is the date of the alleged accident?
A: The alleged accident occurred on November 13, 2022.
Q: Are LeBron and Bronny James cooperating with the investigation?
A: At this time, it appears that they and their representatives are declining to comment on the matter.
Q: What are the consequences of the lawsuit?
A: The outcome of the lawsuit is yet to be determined, but the plaintiffs are seeking unspecified damages.
