Mike Glemser's Legal Battle After Life-Changing Injury

Mike Glemser's Legal Action

The paralyzed hockey player Mike Glemser from Rosenheim has filed a lawsuit against his opponent at Munich II District Court for pain and suffering damages. "The lawsuit was served to us on August 27, 2024," a court spokesperson confirmed to the German Press Agency (dpa). Earlier, Bild reported the incident. In a severe accident during an Oberliga match on February 3, 2023, Glemser was checked by his opponent and flew headfirst into the boards, resulting in two broken cervical vertebrae. The opponent received a five-minute penalty for the foul. Glemser spent ten days in a coma and has since lost the ability to move his arms and legs.

Details of the Case

In April 2023, Glemser stated in a Bild interview that his opponent should not blame himself, saying, "Such checks are part of the sport. It just happened, and we have to make the best of it." The lawsuit, identified as case number 12 O 2811/24 at Munich II District Court, demands a total of €822,000 as compensation for pain and suffering, and includes a request for a declaratory judgment. The deadline for responding to the lawsuit is September 27. After that, the presiding judge will decide on the next steps. If the ruling favors Glemser, it could impact other sports where physical contact during games is prevalent and may later be considered bodily harm.

Public Response

The accident drew significant public attention, with a fundraising campaign accumulating approximately €700,000. Glemser expressed his hope to regain some mobility, stating to dpa several months ago, "My goal is to get back on my feet somewhat."