Facts in the Backdrop of the Incident

Linda Cowan and Marvin Rawls III both lived in Clay County, Florida. On January 29, 2023, they traveled separately along I-95 North near State Road 202 in Jacksonville. Cowan drove a 2019 Ford Fusion in the center lane. Rawls drove a 2022 GMC Pickup owned by K.P. Motors, LLC, doing business as Coggin Buick-GMC of Orange Park. The two vehicles collided during a lane-change attempt.

Events Leading to the Legal Dispute

While traveling on I-95 North, Rawls tried to switch lanes. He moved into the center lane without ensuring it was clear. Cowan’s car already occupied that lane. His vehicle hit the front left of her Fusion. The impact shook both vehicles. Cowan accused Rawls of careless driving. She claimed he failed to yield and caused the crash through negligence. The crash became the core issue in the legal case.

Plaintiff’s Injuries and Their Impact

Cowan suffered multiple injuries. Doctors described them as permanent within reasonable medical certainty. The crash caused physical damage, emotional traum