Chip Brown v. ICO Development: Los Angeles Slip-and-Fall
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Case Background
On March 8, 2021, Chip Brown arrived at the Mercantile Lofts on South Main Street in Los Angeles. ICO Development, LLC owned and managed the property. That morning, a worker power-washed the entrance ramp, leaving water pooled on the walking surface. Brown stepped onto the ramp’s north edge to enter the building. Without warning, his foot slipped, and he crashed down on the wet concrete.
Cause
Brown argued ICO Development failed to keep the entrance safe. He said the ramp was not slip resistant and water collected easily. There were no warning signs or barriers during cleaning. He claimed the company should have directed the worker to secure the area or provided another way inside.
Injury
Brown’s fall fractured his left tibia and fibula and tore ligaments in his ankle. He needed open reduction internal fixation surgery. He endured months of pain, rehabilitation, and emotional stress. He said his injuries limited his daily activities and prevented him from working for an extended period.
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