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NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 24, 2026San Diego

San Diego settles wrongful death lawsuit for $6.5 million following scooter accident

The City of San Diego has agreed to pay $6.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the widow of a 60-year-old UC San Diego Health professional who died after hitting a pothole while riding a scooter in Sorrento Valley in January 2023.

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Why It Matters

This resolves a legal claim against the city regarding road maintenance and safety, resulting in a $6.5 million expenditure of public funds.

Key Facts

  • The City of San Diego will pay $6.5 million to settle a wrongful death lawsuit.
  • The lawsuit involved the death of 60-year-old James Wadsworth.
  • The incident occurred in January 2023 in Sorrento Valley.
  • The victim was riding a scooter to a trolley station when he struck a pothole.
  • The victim was a professional employed by UC San Diego Health.

Who's Mentioned

personJames Wadsworth“The individual who died in the scooter accident.”locationSorrento Valley“The location of the accident.”organizationUC San Diego Health“The employer of the deceased.”locationSan Diego“The city government responsible for the settlement and road maintenance.”