Barron Hilton Told to Give Over $5 Million to Gas Station Employee
In Tennessee and all over the United States when someone is driving under the influence and they injury someone else they should be accountable for their actions, no matter who that person is. If you or someone you care about has been injured in an accident caused by someone driving under the influence, then you should speak with a Tennessee personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. They will hear your case and work with you to make sure you get the compensation you need for the injuries you have suffered.
In this case, a civil lawsuit was filed on behalf of Fernando Tellez who was permanently disabled and has to have several surgeries and medical procedures after Barron Hilton’s Paris Hilton’s little brother hit Tellez with his Mercedes-Benz when Hilton pulled into a Pacific Coast Highway gas station. Hilton was taken into custody for his DUI after his blood alcohol level was found to be 0.14 well above the legal limit. Witnesses to his driving also claim that he was driving the wrong way down the highway for miles before hitting Tellez.
Barron Hilton was told to pay Tellez $4.9 million to the gas station he hit with his car in 2008. The civil lawsuit award covers pain and suffering, medical expenses, and loss of earnings. Hilton also must pay $225,000 in punitive damages and $71,000 in interest.
Cases similar to this one happen all too often all across the country and even here to Tennessee residents. If you or someone you care about has been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s carelessness or driving while under the influence, then we encourage you to contact one of our caring and knowledgeable Tennessee personal injury attorneys immediately. We care about our clients and will work with you to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve for what you have been through.
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Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
