Hockey Game Injury Lawsuit

Summary

In a recreational hockey game, the plaintiff, Steven Otero, alleges that the defendant, Joseph Ziemba, intentionally struck him with a hockey stick, resulting in the loss of two incisors and significant dental expenses. Witnesses, including referee Sam Squires, will testify to the intentional nature of the act, which led to a five-game suspension for the defendant. The plaintiff seeks compensation for pain, suffering, and dental costs.

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can you add the witnesses that will be testifying?
Certainly! Here is the revised opening statement for the plaintiff, Steven Otero, including the witnesses:
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Your Honour,
My name is [Your Name], and I represent the plaintiff, Mr. Steven Otero, in this case. We are here today to seek justice and fair compensation for the injuries Mr. Otero sustained due to the deliberate actions of the defendant, Mr. Joseph Ziemba, during a recreational hockey game.
On November *, *, during a routine game in a non-contact hockey league, Mr. Otero and Mr. Ziemba collided while chasing the puck. This initial collision was part of the game, and both parties were uninjured. However, after the play was called, Mr. Ziemba intentionally struck Mr. Otero in the mouth with his hockey stick, causing him to lose two incisors, leading to significant pain, suffering, and substantial dental expenses.
Mr. Otero will demonstrate through witness testimony, including that of the referee, Mr. Sam Squires, that Mr. Ziemba's actions were intentional and malicious. The referee witnessed Mr. Ziemba's assault and subsequently issued the highest penalty available, a five-game suspension. Additionally, Mr. Otero's dental records and medical expenses will corroborate
include the damages that are being seeked
Certainly! Here is the revised opening statement for the plaintiff, Steven Otero, including the damages sought:
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Your Honour,
My name is [Your Name], and I represent the plaintiff, Mr. Steven Otero, in this case. We are here today to seek justice and fair compensation for the injuries Mr. Otero sustained due to the deliberate actions of the defendant, Mr. Joseph Ziemba, during a recreational hockey game.
On November *, *, during a routine game in a non-contact hockey league, Mr. Otero and Mr. Ziemba collided while chasing the puck. This initial collision was part of the game, and both parties were uninjured. However, after the play was called, Mr. Ziemba intentionally struck Mr. Otero in the mouth with his hockey stick, causing him to lose two incisors, leading to significant pain, suffering, and substantial dental expenses.
Mr. Otero will demonstrate through witness testimony, including that of the referee, Mr. Sam Squires, that Mr. Ziemba's actions were intentional and malicious. The referee witnessed Mr. Ziemba's assault and subsequently issued the highest penalty available, a five-game suspension. Additionally, Mr. Otero's dental records and medical expenses will corrobor