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Case of the Month February 2026

Minor bicyclist was struck by an automobile attempting to turn at an intersection

T.J.L. v. Pioneer Specialty Ins. Co.

Case Type:
Vehicle Negligence - Bicycle
Vehicle Negligence - Intersection
Insurance - Automobile Policy

Specific Liability:
Vehicle Negligence

General Injury:
Injuries to head, shoulder and hip

Jurisdiction:
State: Wisconsin
Circuit Court of Wisconsin, Fourth Judicial District, Calumet County.

Related Court Documents:
Plaintiff's petition for approval of minor settlement: 2024 WL 6959884
Order approving minor settlement: 2024 WL 6959888

Case Name:
T.J.L. v. Pioneer Specialty Ins. Co.

Docket/File Number:
2024-CV-000060

Result Amount:
$37,500

Result Date:
June 11, 2024

Judge:
Carey J. Reed

Attorneys:
Plaintiff: Whitney A. Healy, Habush, Habush & Rottier SC, Appleton, WI
Defendant (Pioneer Specialty Insurance): Sean J. Mickelson, Minneapolis, MN

Result Type:
Settlement

Experts:
Plaintiff: Not Reported
Defendant: Not Reported

Breakdown of Award:
$37,500 to minor plaintiff for damages

Summary of Facts:
Plaintiff T.J.L., a minor, was reportedly riding his bicycle on a sidewalk along Midway Road in Menasha, Wis. The plaintiff said that as he approached Midway Road's intersection with Province Terrace, a vehicle operated by Daniel Geiger attempted to turn onto Province Terrace and struck his bicycle.

At the time of the accident, Geiger was reportedly insured with Pioneer Specialty Insurance.

The plaintiff said that he suffered personal injuries due to the collision, which included injuries to his head, shoulder and hip for which he incurred approximately $14,322 in medical expenses. The plaintiff asserted that Geiger's negligent driving caused the accident and his resulting injuries and damages.

The parties agreed to resolve the plaintiff's claims arising from the accident in exchange for Pioneer Specialty Insurance's payment of $37,500.

The parties sought court approval of the settlement and the court approved the settlement terms.

Circuit Court of Wisconsin, Fourth Judicial District, Calumet County.

Westlaw Citation:
2024 WL 6964112