$4.98 Million Jury Verdict in Rear-End Collision

Jennie Pagan, 40, was driving home from work. While she was stopped in traffic, Alain Chil Gonzalez, rear-ended her Sedan in his pickup. Pagan suffered a herniated disk at C5-6, which required physical therapy, pain management and disk replacement surgery. Her past medical expenses totaled $186,300. She is no longer able to participate in physical activities with her young daughter.

Pagan sued Gonzalez, alleging negligent operation of the pickup truck. Pagan did not claim lost income.

The jury signed a verdict for more than $4.98 million.

The attorneys representing Pagan were Shana P. Nogues, Jennifer A. Dinetz and Nancy La Vista.

Pagan v. Gonzalez, No. CACE-18-022737 (Fla. Cir. Ct. Broward County).

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