Steeves v. Silvia: CT Bicycle Crash Verdict Rejects Negligence
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Case Background
A routine afternoon in Southington, Connecticut, turned chaotic on October 7, 2021, when a bicyclist and a motorist collided at a busy intersection. Spencer Steeves, the bicyclist, later filed a lawsuit against Deborah Silvia, the driver, claiming her negligence caused the crash. The case unfolded in the Superior Court, drawing attention to everyday road safety issues between cyclists and cars.
Cause that led to the dispute
The accident occurred around 3:00 p.m. as Steeves rode his bicycle north on Queen Street, crossing its intersection with Aircraft Road. At that moment, Silvia exited a parking lot at 875 Queen Street and turned her vehicle onto Aircraft Road heading south. According to the complaint, Silvia's car struck Steeves' bicycle without warning, ejecting him from the bike. Steeves alleged that Silvia never spotted him or his bicycle before the impact, pointing to a failure in basic driving caution.
Injury
The collision left Steeves with several painful injuries. He suffered a strain and sprain in his right shoulder, along with ongoing pain there. His thoracic area, or mid-back, also strained and sprained, leading to persistent back discomfort. On his lower body, he dealt with a contusion on his right knee and leg, causing pain in both areas. Beyond the physical toll, Steeves experienced mental and physical suffering, which lingered and affected his daily life.
Damages
Steeves sought compensation for more t
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