Case Background

Tito Flores and his wife, Triana Flores, filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County arising from a January 12, 2023 collision on the northbound 605 Freeway near Whittier Boulevard. Defendant Hakim Hassan Stenson was driving a vehicle owned by Penske Truck Leasing, LLC and allegedly employed by CDS Moving Equipment, Inc. The plaintiffs claim Stenson was acting within the scope of his employment at the time.

Cause

The complaint alleges that Stenson negligently operated the truck. Penske Truck Leasing allegedly owned and entrusted the vehicle, while CDS Moving Equipment employed the driver. The plaintiffs further allege negligent ownership, maintenance, repair, and design of the truck, asserting these acts caused the crash and resulting injuries.

Injury

Tito Flores sustained injuries that impaired his ability to work and participate in recreational,