Emily Ann Heckendorf has filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, against Feliciano Manzano and others for injuries sustained in a car accident. The complaint was filed on February 10, 2025, detailing an incident that occurred on February 8, 2023.
According to the complaint, Emily Ann Heckendorf was a passenger in a vehicle owned by Ventura County and driven by one of its employees. The vehicle had stopped on US 101 Southbound near the Conejo Inspection Facility to avoid another car when it was rear-ended by a vehicle driven by Feliciano Manzano. The plaintiff alleges that Manzano's negligence caused the collision and her subsequent severe personal injuries. "The collision was caused by the recklessness, carelessness, and negligence of Defendant," states the complaint. It accuses Manzano of failing to reduce speed to avoid a collision, not maintaining proper control of his vehicle, and failing to keep a lookout for other vehicles.
Heckendorf claims that as a direct result of this negligence, she suffered serious bodily injuries leading to ongoing physical pain and mental anguish. She asserts that she has been required to undergo medical treatment incurring significant costs due to these injuries. The plaintiff maintains that all her losses are attributable solely to the defendant's negligence without any contributory negligence on her part.
In seeking justice from the court, Heckendorf is claiming damages amounting to $25,000. She seeks compensation for medical expenses incurred and anticipated future costs related to her treatment and recovery from the accident-induced injuries.
The case is being handled in pro per by Emily Ann Heckendorf herself without legal representation listed in the document. There are no attorneys mentioned for either party nor is there any judge assigned yet according to Case No.: 2Qq25CLUIPPOdA1 saz.