Setting the Scene

On August 22, 2022, Jane Ellen Peregrin was walking her dog near 120 Stony Corners Circle in Avon, Connecticut. Asauntewa Calaway’s dog was also present in the area. Jane remained on public property and acted responsibly. What followed was unexpected.

What Went Wrong

Calaway’s dog knocked Jane to the ground during the walk. She was trying to control her own dog when she fell. This sudden impact caused serious harm. Connecticut law imposes strict liability on dog owners for such events. Jane asserted that Calaway owned and kept the dog

How She Was Hurt

Jane suffered a right transverse patellar fract