In the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida, plaintiffs Roger Velander and Brenda Velander have filed a lawsuit against defendants Jennifer Maranon-Baltazar and Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company. The case number is 24-001443-CI, and it was filed on April 1, 2024. The complaint alleges negligence resulting in significant bodily harm and financial loss.
The plaintiffs are represented by their counsel who has not been named in the document provided. On August 2, 2023, while driving their 2013 Lincoln Aviator in St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, FL, they were reportedly hit from behind by defendant Jennifer Maranon-Baltazar. The impact resulted in severe injuries including pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, mental anguish, loss of capacity for enjoyment of life, medical expenses, medical care and treatment as well as exacerbation of pre-existing conditions.
The damages incurred exceed $50,000 excluding interest costs and attorney's fees. Defendant Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company is alleged to have contracted to insure a person or property within Florida at the time of contracting thus making them liable for damages.
The plaintiffs seek judgment against the defendants for negligence leading to permanent bodily injury with accompanying emotional distress. They demand compensation for their medical expenses as well as pain and suffering due to the accident.