$500K Verdict in Child Injury Lawsuit at Trampoline Farm
Incident Setting
On April 10, 2022, Dilan Amador-Ventura visited The Berry Farms in Miami, Florida, with his family. The property, located at 13720 SW 216th Street, was owned by JLK TWO LLC and operated by The Berry Farms LLC. Dilan, a minor from Philadelphia, was on-site as a paying customer and business invitee.
What Went Wrong
While using the trampoline attraction, Dilan was thrown off due to overcrowding. There was no staff present to monitor or limit usage. The trampoline operated without adequate safety controls. The complaint stated that both JLK TWO and The Berry Farms allowed unsafe conditions to exist. No warnings were posted. No staff intervened. The situation allegedly violated standard safety practices.
Physical Harm and Its Effects
Dilan suffered a fractured arm. He experienced severe pain and limited movement. The injury caused ongoing disability and emotional stress. Medical care became necessary. The family expected further treatment and long-term effects on his well-being.
Losses and Consequences
The family sought more than $50,000 in damages. Their claims included past and future medical bills. They also cited emotional distress, reduced quality of life, and diminished earning potential. Dilan’s suffering extended beyond the physical injury.
Key Arguments and Proceedings
Legal Representation
Plaintiffs: Dilan Amador-Ventura | Yoselin A. Ventura Zelaya
Counsel for Plaintiffs: Michael Schutt
Expert Witness for Plaintiff: Charles Steven Greenberg
Defendants: JLK TWO LLC | The Berry Farms LLC
Allegations Brought Forward
Negligence by JLK TWO (Count I):
The owner failed to maintain safe premises. The trampoline was overcrowded and not supervised. JLK TWO did not warn users or fix the danger.
Negligence by The Berry Farms (Count II):
As the operator, The Berry Farms allowed unsafe use of the trampoline. They failed to manage crowd size and ignored known risks, particularly with children involved.
Improper Staff Training (Count III):
The Berry Farms did not train staff to monitor or manage the trampoline safely. That failure exposed customers like Dilan to harm.
Failure to Supervise Staff (Count IV):
Management failed to oversee employee actions. The lack of supervision allowed overcrowding and instability, which directly led to the incident.
Motion for Default Judgement
The Plaintiff, Dilan Amador-Ventura, a minor, through his mother Yoselin A. Ventura Zelaya and counsel, filed a Motion for Entry of Final Judgment on Default against The Berry Farm, LLC. The Plaintiff cited a Clerk’s Default entered on January 9, 2024, and requested that the Court enter a Final Judgment Order to establish the Defendant’s liability.
The Plaintiff also requested that the Court set a trial date to determine the amount of damages. The motion asked the Court to issue the Final Judgment and proceed with a hearing on damages.
Verdict
On January 13, 2025, the jury returned a verdict in favor of the Plaintiff, Dilan Amador-Ventura, finding that he sustained a permanent injury as a result of the incident involving The Berry Farm, LLC, within a reasonable degree of medical probability. The jury, with Camila E. serving as foreperson, awarded total damages of $500,000 to cover past and future medical expenses, as well as pain and suffering, reflecting the severity and lasting impact of Dilan’s injuries.