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Utah Man Sues Tesla Over Fatal Model X Crash

1/2/2026

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Nathan Blaine, a Utah man, filed a lawsuit against Tesla, Inc. and its CEO Elon Musk.
He alleges Tesla misrepresented the safety of the Model X's autonomous features after a crash that killed his wife, two daughters, son-in-law, and the family dog.
The complaint states driver-assistance systems failed, contributing to the crash on Idaho State Highway 33.
Blaine seeks economic and punitive damages, arguing Tesla's advertising misled consumers about capabilities.

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Nathan Blaine, a Utah man, filed a lawsuit against Tesla, Inc. and its CEO Elon Musk.
He alleges Tesla misrepresented the safety of the Model X's autonomous features after a crash that killed his wife, two daughters, son-in-law, and the family dog.
The complaint states driver-assistance systems failed, contributing to the crash on Idaho State Highway 33.
Blaine seeks economic and punitive damages, arguing Tesla's advertising misled consumers about capabilities.