In heavy traffic on Route 66 in Northern Arizona, Arizona re…

In heavy traffic on Route 66 in Northern Arizona, Arizona resident Clark Kent’s vehicle was rear-ended by another driven by Lex Luthor (an Illinois resident). Mr. Kent claimed that Mr. Luthor’s failure to keep a proper lookout and maintain a safe distance between vehicles amounted to negligence. Mr. Kent also claimed that he sustained a torn rotator cuff, which required surgery. Mr. Kent brings suit against Mr. Luthor for damages of $100,000. Using the fact pattern above, respond to the following question. Mr. Kent legal designation would be _____ in this case.