Stewart Has Wrongful Death Suit Filed Against Him

[TS FAN]

Let me be clear, this is pure speculation on my part.

I think that the Ward family believes that Stewart should have been charged and tried for something. I don't know enough about the laws in New York State but I honestly think that the Ward family felt as if justice was not served in the wake of the grand jury's unwillingness to bring some sort of an indictment. So, the next best thing for them is civil litigation.

Given the rules of evidence in civil litigation and the highly liberal-progressive state of social politics in New York the Ward family, with the right attorney, may be able to get a degree of the justice they believe they deserve.

Again, it's only speculation but what reinforces that theory to a certain extent is the way the Ward family reacted with such vitriol towards Stewart following the grand jury's failure to bring an indictment. They may think that a big name driver got away with dodging some degree of culpable liability because of who he is

Obviously, intent, or lack thereof is going to what the case hinges on.

I will also agree with the theory that if it was almost anyone but Stewart this probably would have been put to rest long ago.

As has been stated previously, this is bad for racing in general and it seems that this case is headed for a conclusion that is going to leave someone with bitterness that won't ever go away. I really hope that bitterness is held to a minimum regardless of who comes out on top.

There is no case. Where have you been? your speculating? You can hope for Stewart to crash and burn. But the facts of what happened? The ship has sailed. This is a lot about nothing, already expected. So don't get your hopes up that Stewart is further damaged. Go back to trashing Kyle Busch and Nascar. Nothing to see here.

[TS FAN]

Note to all posters. While I am a Stewart fan, I would defend any driver in this same situation. I am interested in posting the reality of the situation for discussion. Not about liking or disliking the driver involved. This is a perfect example of what the Country has become where trial lawyers are concerned. They sue anybody any time because other than some paper work, they have no skin in the game. It is about time that they suffered financially when trying to just extract money from people that can afford it. Those that try to compare this to OJ (CIRF). Here is a tip. There was evidence against him and he went to trial. He was acquitted and I think the world knows why. This situation has nothing in common with that one. No trial, no evidence of wrong doing. No evidence of anything other than a foolish kid putting himself in harms way. Stewart did not get away with anything. The truth is, he is suffering greatly the rest of his life for nothing he did wrong.

[Clayton_Wetter]

I am shocked the Ward family would expose there sons drug use while driving a race car for money.

The media already exposed that fact whether the family said anything or not.

[Clayton_Wetter]

If Stewart decides to give the family some money, it will be with a stipulation that it is not made public.
I doubt that what is decided by Stewart will ever come to light. One thing is for sure. He is not going to give them some money, then stand by and let them continue to accuse him of purposely killing their kid. Take that to the bank. Stewart has a good heart and he is suffering from this which is obvious. However it is not because he was at fault of his own doing. Any decent human being would be horrified that something like this happened to them. I would be too. The family has forfeited any dignity they have left with these ridiculous continuing accusations after the fact. So they are looking to gain financially.

Hi, TS FAN-ATIC!!!

[drano]

Note to all posters. While I am a Stewart fan, I would defend any driver in this same situation. I am interested in posting the reality of the situation for discussion. Not about liking or disliking the driver involved. This is a perfect example of what the Country has become where trial lawyers are concerned. They sue anybody any time because other than some paper work, they have no skin in the game. It is about time that they suffered financially when trying to just extract money from people that can afford it. Those that try to compare this to OJ (CIRF). Here is a tip. There was evidence against him and he went to trial. He was acquitted and I think the world knows why. This situation has nothing in common with that one. No trial, no evidence of wrong doing. No evidence of anything other than a foolish kid putting himself in harms way. Stewart did not get away with anything. The truth is, he is suffering greatly the rest of his life for nothing he did wrong.

Amen brother, couldn't have said it better my self.

[Clayton_Wetter]

Hi, TS FAN-ATIC!!!

Your two great loyalties in life are Florence Speedway and T. Stewart. So let's just hang the jury!!! lol

[kidrock]

CIRF, I think you might be right about the Ward family thinking that Tony got away with killing their son. I'm not so sure it's about the money for them. I think they just want him quilty of something. Now this is just my opinion and I could be completely wrong and time will tell.

And for those who say they have no case remember this is a civil case totally different then a criminal case. I guess we will have to wait and see sometime next year what eventually happens

[IZZOJR16]

lol at the hypocrites in this thread. you would be doing the exact same thing the WARD family is doing in a New York minute, stop with all the righteous BS. I don't blame the Ward family one bit myself. if I thought my child was taken from me by means of man slaughter I would make it my life work for the other person to pay one way or another , AND SO WOULD YOU.

[Cardirt0]

I am Sorry the Kid is Dead..... But My Mom once told me don't put your self in front of the Gun, and they will not be able to shoot at you...Getting money will NOT hurt Tony he has a lot of it,and I bet he would never Say, It was his doing...So what do they win by suing him.. Some lawyer has them believing... This is the way too go (Cause the Lawyer get about 33% plus costs) Lawyer thinks Tony will settle make a lot of cash.. Only person who wins in this is the Lawyer.....I hope Tony Fights this . if he does I hope he wins...This is the Courts at its Worst...

[Cardirt0]

lol at the hypocrites in this thread. you would be doing the exact same thing the WARD family is doing in a New York minute, stop with all the righteous BS. I don't blame the Ward family one bit myself. if I thought my child was taken from me by means of man slaughter I would make it my life work for the other person to pay one way or another , AND SO WOULD YOU.

Sorry but some of us would do whats right.. Its better to forgive then to hate.. Think what you want I know I would have to look at my sole first.....Money is why this world is so F Up....

[TS FAN]

[QUOTE=IZZOJR16;1945988]lol at the hypocrites in this thread. you would be doing the exact same thing the WARD family is doing in a New York minute, stop with all the righteous BS. I don't blame the Ward family one bit myself. if I thought my child was taken from me by means of man slaughter I would make it my life work for the other person to pay one way or another , AND SO WOULD YOU.[/QUOTE

This qualifies as about as ignorant as it gets. hypocrite? Speak for yourself. So would you? Speak for yourself.

[TS FAN]

Your two great loyalties in life are Florence Speedway and T. Stewart. So let's just hang the jury!!! lol

So what say you about the quality racing Friday night?????? BTW LOL, looks like Davenport put on your boy Bloomers again

[Nasty55]

Hypocrites? Man Slaughter? Sport, do not tell people what they would do or wouldn't do. You are over your head. This is a discussion for adults. Start your own Stewart hate thread, and in the mean time, get a clue.

TS FAN im by no means bashing stewart because i happen to like stewart but what i will go on to say is that in one way shape or form Tony will pay the ward family a generous amount of money for their loss..... I know that the ward kid was higher than a kite the night of his death and thats going to play a role in the civil trial as well as it did in the criminal procedings as well.....

[ClampedUp]

Does anyone really think Stewart's legal team is ever going to let this deal see the light of the courtroom.
I'd be willing to bet both sides lawyers are already negotiating deals.

[CIRF]

There is no case. Where have you been? your speculating? You can hope for Stewart to crash and burn. But the facts of what happened? The ship has sailed. This is a lot about nothing, already expected. So don't get your hopes up that Stewart is further damaged. Go back to trashing Kyle Busch and Nascar. Nothing to see here.

Dam, take it easy tony!! We don't want ya' blowin' a head gasket and strokin' out on us!!

tony, to be so sure of what you say you must have reviewed all the evidence and and have been briefed by counsel of both the plaintiff (the Ward family) and the defendant (Stewart). If that is the case I will happily digress but I'm reasonably sure that is not the case.

But remember this, whatever happens in this case there is not one single cell of skin tissue to be lost off my a$$ whether Stewart walks away unscathed or if the Ward family prevails. The quality of my existance will not be enhanced or diminished in the slightest, either way.

You, tony, on the other hand act as if Stewart would be found civilly liable the thought would cross your mind to run a hose from the exhaust into the interior of your Yugo, set in it, start it and chant "I love you Tony" until you pass out from CO poisoning!! Did it ever remotely occur to you that ya' might just take some of this stuff just a teensy-weensy bit too seriously? I mean, it is somewhat entertaining but at some point it begins get a bit strange.

Note to all posters. While I am a Stewart fan, I would defend any driver in this same situation. I am interested in posting the reality of the situation for discussion. Not about liking or disliking the driver involved. This is a perfect example of what the Country has become where trial lawyers are concerned. They sue anybody any time because other than some paper work, they have no skin in the game. It is about time that they suffered financially when trying to just extract money from people that can afford it. Those that try to compare this to OJ (CIRF). Here is a tip. There was evidence against him and he went to trial. He was acquitted and I think the world knows why. This situation has nothing in common with that one. No trial, no evidence of wrong doing. No evidence of anything other than a foolish kid putting himself in harms way. Stewart did not get away with anything. The truth is, he is suffering greatly the rest of his life for nothing he did wrong.

It doesn't matter whether Stewart was indicted and tried in criminal court or not. That has nothing to do with a civil proceeding. The Simpson comparison is totally valid, like it, accept it, or not. The biggest difference between this deal and the O.J. situation is there were 2 people dead in that case and only one in the Stewart case and that case took place in California and this will be litigated somewhere in New York state.

Your two great loyalties in life are Florence Speedway and T. Stewart. So let's just hang the jury!!! lol

Hang 'em high!! Clayton, you have a special way with words, sir. LOL!!

CIRF, I think you might be right about the Ward family thinking that Tony got away with killing their son. I'm not so sure it's about the money for them. I think they just want him quilty of something. Now this is just my opinion and I could be completely wrong and time will tell.

And for those who say they have no case remember this is a civil case totally different then a criminal case. I guess we will have to wait and see sometime next year what eventually happens

Kid, thanks for the voice of reason amongst the unending barrage of ill informed rancor!! It is perplexing how some of these people cannot/will not accept the fact that civil litigation is COMPLETELY DIFFERENT from criminal proceedings.