Juan Cartagena vs. Atlantic Coleman, LLC

Case Background

On November 17, 2021, Plaintiff Juan Cartagena filed a Premises Liability lawsuit in the Connecticut State Superior Court of Bridgeport Judicial District (Case number: FBT-CV21-6111297-S). Judge William Clark presided over the case.

Cause

Juan Cartagena entered the premises at 439 Fairview Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut, as an invitee on February 20, 2021, at approximately 11:00 a.m. Atlantic Coleman, LLC maintained ownership and control over the common areas of the premises, which included the driveway area. As Cartagena walked on the driveway, he encountered untreated ice that caused him to fall. The property owner failed to perform necessary maintenance by not sanding, salting, or removing the accumulated ice from the area. This neglect created hazardous conditions that directly led to the incident.

Injuries

The fall inflicted multiple severe and permanent injuries on Cartagena. The impact damaged his cervical spine, causing significant pain and limited mobility in his neck. He experienced substantial trauma to his lower back, which restricted his movement and caused ongoing discomfort. The fall also injured his right knee, affecting his ability to walk and maintain balance. The impact fractured his upper fang tooth, requiring dental intervention. Bey