Case Overview

Mary Benz filed a personal injury lawsuit against Maryellen Travis in the Connecticut Superior Court on September 25, 2023. The court assigned a return date of October 31, 2023. The incident took place on June 9, 2022, on Federal Road in Danbury, Connecticut. Both drivers traveled northbound when Travis, operating a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350, rear-ended Benz’s 2020 Audi Q5 Premium. Benz pursued legal action, alleging negligence and statutory violations.

Cause of the Collision

Benz claimed that Travis followed too closely and lost control of her vehicle. She alleged that Travis failed to brake or steer in time to avoid the crash. Benz also accused her of driving inattentively and giving no warning before the impact. She cited a violation of Connecticut General Statutes §14-240d(2), which governs unsafe following distances, asserting that these actions directly caused the collision and her resulting injuries.

Injuries and Impact

The crash injured Benz’s neck and back, leaving her with persistent pain and reduced mobility. Medical professionals evaluated her condition and concluded that some injuries could be permane