Woman sues Yankees for $10M after getting struck by bat, says she suffered brain injury
NBC News • • sports
Key Points:
- Stephanie Duluc, a New Jersey woman, is suing the New York Yankees for $10 million after being struck in the head by a bat that flew into the stands during a June 2 game at Yankee Stadium.
- Duluc, attending as a guest behind home plate, suffered a traumatic brain injury and has been unable to return to her role as a senior health care executive.
- The lawsuit alleges negligence due to a gap and lower netting height in her seating section, which failed to prevent the bat from entering the stands.
- The incident was captured live on the YES Network, showing Duluc being knocked down and then getting back up.
- The suit seeks damages for physical injuries, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost earnings.
