Personal Injury

Luis Rosa sued Paredim Partners LLC and River Owner LLC after a door at Rivers Edge Apartments allegedly slammed on his arm and caused lasting injuries. He claimed negligence and sought damages for pain, suffering, and medical costs. The defense argued Rosa was careless and overstated his injuries. After trial, a Connecticut jury sided with Paredim, finding the company not liable. Rosa was awarded no damages, closing his claim without recovery.

A Hartford jury delivered a defense verdict in the case of Beatrice Negron v. Walmart Real Estate Business Trust et al. Negron claimed she slipped on ice in the parking lot of a Manchester Walmart in February 2019, suffering lasting injuries to her shoulder, back, hip, knees, and wrist. She accused Walmart and its snow removal contractor of negligence for failing to clear or warn about the hazard. The defense argued that the store and contractor acted reasonably and that Negron was responsible for her own fall. After hearing weeks of testimony and reviewing medical records, the jury found Walmart and Birch Mountain Earthworks not liable, bringing the case to a close with no damages awarded to the plaintiff.

In February 2021, Juan Cartagena slipped on an icy driveway at 439 Fairview Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut, owned by Atlantic Coleman, LLC. He sustained injuries to his spine, knee, and tooth, and experienced emotional distress. Cartagena filed a negligence lawsuit. The jury found Atlantic Coleman negligent but assigned 50% fault to Cartagena, awarding him $26,829.59 for past economic and non-economic damages, including pain and suffering.

In 2021, Silvia Bautista sued Esther Eunhae Lee, the City of Los Angeles, and LAPD after a collision near South New Hampshire Avenue and West 8th Street. She alleged negligent operation and supervision of the vehicle, seeking damages for injuries, wage loss, and suffering. The City and Lee denied liability, raising defenses of comparative negligence, assumption of risk, and statutory immunity. On February 27, 2024, the parties filed a Notice of Settlement, with dismissal expected by August 2024.

Argelia and Jose Alvarado sued the City of Los Angeles after a shelter pit bull named O’Gee, previously involved in a violent attack, mauled Argelia in 2020. The lawsuit alleged negligence, failure to warn, and violation of disclosure laws. The City denied liability, citing defenses including assumption of risk and statutory immunity. In December 2024, the parties reached a conditional settlement pending City Council approval, with trial dates reserved in early 2024.

Tito Flores and his wife, Triana Flores, filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County arising from a January 12, 2023 collision on the northbound 605 Freeway near Whittier Boulevard. Defendant Hakim Hassan Stenson was driving a vehicle owned by Penske Truck Leasing, LLC and allegedly employed by CDS Moving Equipment, Inc. The plaintiffs claim Stenson was acting within the scope of his employment at the time.The complaint alleges that Stenson negligently operated the truck. Penske Truck Leasing allegedly owned and entrusted the vehicle, while CDS Moving Equipment employed the driver. The plaintiffs further allege negligent ownership, maintenance, repair, and design of the truck, asserting these acts caused the crash and resulting injuries.Tito Flores sustained injuries that impaired his ability to work and participate in recreational, family, and social activities. He was also unable to contribute to the upkeep of the family home. Triana Flores alleges loss of her husband’s su

Derek Oliveira sued Skanska-Granite-Lane after crashing into an unmarked barrier at a confusing I-4 construction ramp in Orlando. He claimed the contractor removed critical safety signage, creating a hazardous zone. The court awarded him $919,245.10 on January 12, 2024, finding the construction company negligent. The defense alleged comparative fault and external causes, but the jury ruled in Oliveira’s favor.

Gabriel Dominguez filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles, LAPD, and Officer Joshua Guillory, alleging wrongful conduct and negligence. He sought damages for physical and emotional harm. The jury found Guillory partly negligent and awarded Dominguez $115,000, but assigned him 90% of the fault, significantly limiting recovery.

On May 22, 2022, Claudia Lemos slipped and fell in a Miami nail salon’s laundry room, allegedly due to pooled water. She sued the salon’s operator, Brickell 25 Holding, LLC, for negligence. Lemos claimed serious, permanent injuries and sought compensation for medical expenses and emotional distress. The defendant denied liability, arguing the hazard was open and obvious, and blamed Lemos for her own injuries. On May 21, 2025, a jury found in favor of Brickell 25, awarding no damages to the plaintiff.

The family of Margarito Lopez sued the City of Los Angeles and two LAPD officers for excessive force after Lopez was fatally shot during a mental health crisis. Plaintiffs alleged civil rights violations and state law claims. Defendants denied wrongdoing and asserted various immunities. The case was dismissed with prejudice by the U.S. District Court following a joint stipulation. Each party bears its own legal costs.

Lynette R. Jividen secured a $48 million jury verdict after years of exposure to mold and water damage at her Mar Lago apartment in Florida. Despite repeated complaints, property managers delayed repairs, allowing hazardous conditions to worsen. Jividen suffered serious health problems and property loss. The court found the defendants negligent and held them responsible for the unsafe environment and lasting harm caused.

Paulette Twiss sued Eastmont Villa LLC, alleging unsafe and unhealthy living conditions in her Portland rental. The jury found the landlord failed to maintain the unit in a habitable condition, violating Oregon law. Issues included faulty wiring, water intrusion, plumbing defects, and rodent infestation. The jury awarded Twiss the full requested amount: $63,175 in non-economic and $1,075 in economic damages.