Case Background

Thomas Reynolds, Sr., Administrator of Gordon T. Reynolds’ estate, brought a wrongful death claim under Connecticut General Statute §52-555. The case was filed in the Superior Court, Judicial District of Tolland at Rockville. The defendant, Eric R. Millette, resided in Columbia, Connecticut. The claim arose from a fatal motorcycle collision involving the decedent on September 15, 2019.

Cause

Gordon T. Reynolds had been riding his motorcycle eastbound on Route 66, approaching Pine Street in Columbia. At the same time, Eric Millette drove westbound on the same road. As Reynolds neared the intersection, Millette turned left onto Pine Street. This left turn occurred directly in front of Reynolds’ motorcycle. The sudden move caused a violent collision. The Plaintiff also cited reckless driving under the influence of benzodiazepines.

Injury

The impact threw Reynolds from the motorcycle. He suffered severe blunt force trauma. He experienced intense pain and fear before passing away five days later on September 20, 2019. The Plaintiff stated Reynolds had suffered emotional and physical trauma, including fear of impending death.

Damages