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David and Lisa Markley v. Outback Steakhouse

Date: 06-26-2003

Case Number: Unknown

Judge: Unknown

Court: Circuit Court, Delaware County, Indiana

Plaintiff's Attorney:

Michael J. (Mick) Alexander, Muncie, Indiana and Donald McClellan of McClellan, McClellan & Arnold, Muncie, Indiana

Defendant's Attorney: Unknown

Description:
Dram Shop Act claim by couple were severely injured in a car-motorcycle accident on Delaware County Road 500-N. Thd Plaintiffs alleged that William J. Whitaker of Albany became intoxicated at a party celebrating the restaurant's grand opening on July 21, 1997. After leaving the opening, his car crossed the center line on County Road 500-N and collided nearly head-on with a motorcycle operated by David Markley. The Plaintiff further alleged that Outback served Whitaker, who was later convicted, of leaving the scene of the accident, alcohol for three hours free of charge.

Outcome:
The jury ruled the couple deserved $60 million in damages, but also decided Outback should be held responsible for only 65 percent of that judgment.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Unknown
Defendant's Experts:
Unknown
Comments:
None
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About This Case

What was the outcome of David and Lisa Markley v. Outback Steakhouse?

The outcome was: The jury ruled the couple deserved $60 million in damages, but also decided Outback should be held responsible for only 65 percent of that judgment.

Which court heard David and Lisa Markley v. Outback Steakhouse?

This case was heard in Circuit Court, Delaware County, Indiana, IN. The presiding judge was Unknown.

Who were the attorneys in David and Lisa Markley v. Outback Steakhouse?

Plaintiff's attorney: Michael J. (Mick) Alexander, Muncie, Indiana and Donald McClellan of McClellan, McClellan & Arnold, Muncie, Indiana. Defendant's attorney: Unknown.

When was David and Lisa Markley v. Outback Steakhouse decided?

This case was decided on June 26, 2003.