Overview

• Timothy Roeckel filed a lawsuit against the Colorado Rockies after being struck in the eye by a foul ball during a July 2023 game at Coors Field.
• The lawsuit alleges obstructed sightlines in the luxury suite and insufficient protective netting made it impossible to avoid the incoming ball.
• Roeckel’s attorneys argue the Rockies ignored engineering warnings about netting and prioritized hospitality over fan safety in stadium design.
• The suit claims the team’s poor performance fostered a distracted fan culture, particularly in luxury suites, contributing to the injury.
• Roeckel seeks a jury trial and unspecified damages, challenging Colorado’s legal protections for stadiums under the Baseball Spectator Safety Act.