Family of 6-year-old NJ girl killed in freak badminton accident sues racket maker
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- A 6-year-old New Jersey girl, Lucy Morgan, died after being impaled in the head by a broken badminton racket shaft during a family trip in Maine in June 2024.
- The family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Franklin Sports, alleging the aluminum shaft detached due to a defective design lacking adequate adhesive and safety warnings.
- The lawsuit claims Franklin Sports ignored prior incidents, including a child losing an eye in New York, and failed to implement simple safety measures like a pin in the handle.
- The family seeks damages for funeral costs, emotional distress, and loss of companionship, with their attorney emphasizing the goal of preventing future tragedies.
- Franklin Sports has not yet responded to requests for comment regarding the lawsuit and the incident.
