Jockey Dwayne Dunn retired after an incident in Moonee Valley barriers left him with debilitating injuries almost four years ago. His lawsuit goes to the Supreme Court next week.
Jockey Dwayne Dunn’s lawsuit against Racing Victoria, claiming damages for ongoing head and neck injuries that he says ended his $400,000-a-year riding career, is expected to be heard in the Supreme Court this week.
Dunn broke his neck and suffered ongoing concussion issues that he says have led to chronic neck pain, chronic headaches, sleep impairment, anxiety, a lack of concentration and depression.In his civil suit, lodged with the Supreme Court in February 2023, it is alleged Racing Victoria and Moonee Valley failed to provide barrier stalls that were the right height - 2.8m above the ground.
He is suing Racing Victoria and Moonee Valley for “the recovery of damages for pain and suffering and loss of earning capacity”. Worksafe Victoria has appointed and instructs TG Legal + Technology to represent Racing Victoria on the matter.
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