A Nebraska driver who struck and killed a jogger in 2025 has filed a lawsuit against the victim’s estate, claiming the incident caused him severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and lasting physical and emotional injuries.
According to court documents filed in Lancaster County on Monday (April 6), Gavin Maas, 26, is seeking at least $50,000 in damages from the estate of Anthony Miller, a 37-year-old father of two. Maas alleges the crash left him with “permanent physical and emotional injuries,” including PTSD that has required extended hospital stays and ongoing treatment. The legal complaint states Maas has suffered dissociative episodes, suicidal thoughts, and continues to experience distressing memories from the accident, which occurred early in the morning on August 31, 2025. Maas is also requesting compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and court costs.
Maas claims he was driving around 4:45 a.m. when he saw Miller’s wife, Bailey Miller, jogging with reflective gear. Maas said he moved his car to avoid her, then accidentally struck Anthony Miller, who was wearing dark clothing and jogging in the road without reflective gear. Maas stopped his vehicle right away, attempted life-saving measures, and waited for first responders, but Miller died from his injuries…