The rider, now a paraplegic, has filed suit against event promoters Feld Entertainment Inc. and Feld Motor Sports Inc., as well as medical personnel John A. Bodnar, James Kennedye, and Amy Metiva. Moreau’s suit claims that the failure to stop the practice and properly treat his injuries directly led to his paralysis.
AMA Paralyzed Rider’s Suit : Legal Developments and Next Steps
The court has previously granted several motions to dismiss but allowed Moreau to amend his complaint a fourth time in March 2024, adding the AMA as a defendant. Moreau contends that the waiver, signed by an adult from his racing team rather than his legal guardian, is unenforceable under Florida law. This argument hinges on Florida’s general skepticism towards exculpatory clauses that attempt to absolve a party of negligence.
Representation and Ongoing Legal Disputes
Moreau is represented by a team including Mark A. Schweikert of Schweikert Law PLLC, and attorneys Maria A. Dominguez, Juan C. Ramos-Rosado, and Javier F. Micheo Marcial of DMR Law LLC, along with Jason B. Giller of Jason B. Giller PA. The AMA’s defense team includes Michael S. Hooker and Caroline Catchpole Spradlin of Phelps Dunbar LLP, while Feld Motor Sports is represented by attorneys from Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. The medical team members are defended by Daivd O. Doyle Jr., Bethany Nduka, Kelly Ann Lenahan of Pearson Doyle Mohre & Pastis LLP, and Julie A. Tyk of Hall Schieffelin & Smith PA.
