The family of Benjamin Ruley is suing two Plymouth restaurants, Proof 22 and Tavern on the Wharf, for wrongful death after Ruley, a 20-year-old, crashed his car following a night of drinking. Allegations include negligent service and failure to check Ruley's age. Ruley had racked up a substantial bar bill before the accident occurred. Despite his friends being present, the extent of his alcohol consumption remains unclear. The lawsuit highlights the responsibility restaurants have to verify age and prevent over-serving, especially to underage customers.
"The bartenders at both restaurants neglected to ask Ruley for legal identification to confirm that he was of age, serving him alcohol anyway and allowing him to drive home."
"The lawsuit alleges that Ruley, during a four-hour stay at Proof 22, accumulated a bill of $222.56 and purchased 18 drinks, raising questions about how many he actually consumed."
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