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Arizona senior citizen sues after being hit by food delivery robot
New York Post • • business
Key Points:
- Trudy Perez, a 73-year-old parking attendant in Tempe, Arizona, was knocked to the ground by a food delivery robot operated by Starship Technologies in 2023, resulting in serious injuries including a spinal fracture.
- Perez is suing Starship Technologies, with the case scheduled for a jury trial early next year, alleging the robot reversed suddenly and struck her, causing a 4-inch cut and significant pain.
- The lawsuit claims Perez now suffers from lifelong impairment due to the accident, supported by an ASU police report documenting her injuries and condition after the incident.
- Legal experts emphasize that delivery robots must be remotely monitored by human operators and insured for at least $100,000 to ensure accountability for injuries or damages caused.
- Starship Technologies has been contacted for comment but has not yet responded to the allegations.
