Jury Awards Nearly $900 Million to Family After Child’s Life-Altering Injuries at Test Track Field Trip
A jury has awarded nearly $900 million to a family after their child sustained life-altering injuries when a vehicle crashed into a guardrail during a field trip at a test track in Auburn Hills.
Detroit, MI, September 24, 2026 —
A jury has issued a significant verdict, awarding nearly $900 million to a family whose child suffered life-altering injuries during an incident at a test track in Auburn Hills. The incident involved a vehicle crashing into a guardrail while the child was present during a field trip.
The extent of the child’s injuries has been described as life-altering, though specific details regarding the nature of these injuries were not provided in the summary. The accident occurred when a vehicle collided with a guardrail at the test track facility. The circumstances leading to the crash, including the type of vehicle, the driver, and the specific activities occurring at the time of the field trip, were not detailed.
The location of the incident was identified as a test track in Auburn Hills. The jury’s award reflects the severity of the injuries sustained by the child and the impact on the family. The contractor responsible for the event or facility management details were not specified in the provided summary.
The financial award, which is reported as nearly $900 million, is substantial and signifies the gravity with which the jury viewed the case. Information regarding any potential appeals, subsequent legal proceedings, or the timeline for the disbursement of the awarded funds was not available. The summary also did not specify the entity or entities against whom the award was made.
The case highlights the potential risks associated with events held at specialized facilities like test tracks, particularly when minors are in attendance. Further details regarding the parties involved, the proceedings leading up to the verdict, and the specific reasons for the vehicle’s crash into the guardrail are pending additional information.
Story summarized from the original created by Erika Erickson, Joel Deaner on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
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