"Hell on earth" was how California computer animator Eric Sedie described his life following an accident with a United States Postal Service truck in 2006. In his personal injury lawsuit, Sedie sought $2.5 million, claiming that he could no longer take part in activities he used to enjoy, such as painting or certain outdoor activities.

Issuing her ruling on Sedie's case last week, US Magistrate Judge Elizabeth D. Laporte voiced doubt in regards to Sedie's disability claims. One of the things she cited was a post from Sedie's MySpace page in which he complained about his arm hairs being caught in paint while painting. This was posted in June 2007, well after Sedie was involved in an accident with the USPS truck.