Maria Guzman v. Rodrigues Rear-End Crash Verdict
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Case Background
On November 8, 2019, a Friday evening, Maria Guzman stopped her car at a red light on Kings Highway East in Fairfield, Connecticut. She was in the left lane, waiting behind other cars. At that same moment, Lucas Rodrigues drove a vehicle owned by Aquiles Dasilveira-Rodrigues eastbound on the same road. Without braking or swerving, Rodrigues struck the rear of Guzman’s car.
The impact threw Guzman forward and left her shaken. What began as a routine stop at a traffic light turned into years of litigation. Guzman filed a lawsuit against Rodrigues and the vehicle owner, claiming negligence caused her lasting injuries and financial losses
Cause
The central cause was a rear-end collision at a traffic signal. Guzman claimed Rodrigues failed to pay attention, drove too fast for the conditions, and ignored the vehicles ahead. She accused him of not braking in time, not turning to avoid impact, and not maintaining proper control of his vehicle.
Her complaint also alleged violations of Connecticut traffic laws. She cited statutes requiring safe following distance, proper lane use, and speed reasonable for the conditions.
Injury
The crash left Guzman with several physical injuries. She reported neck and spine injuries that led to nerve pain and ultimately required surgery. She also experienced head trauma, shoulder and arm pain, and persistent headaches.
Beyond the physical harm, she said she endured ongoing pain and suffering. She could not work for extended periods, lost wages, and str
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