Overview

• Timothy Roeckel has filed a negligence lawsuit against the Colorado Rockies after suffering permanent eye injuries from a foul ball during a July 2023 game.
• The lawsuit alleges obstructive luxury suite design and lack of protective netting prevented Roeckel from seeing the foul ball and avoiding injury.
• Roeckel’s attorneys argue the Rockies ignored engineer warnings about foul ball risks and failed to ensure reasonable safety measures in premium seating areas.
• The suit also claims the Rockies’ poor on-field performance contributed to a distracted fan environment, particularly in luxury suites focused on hospitality over game engagement.
• Roeckel seeks a jury trial and unspecified damages, challenging Colorado’s law that typically shields teams from liability for spectator injuries.