Milagros Williams as Parent and Next Friend of Juwan O'Neal, a Minor vs. La Prima Holdings, LLC, et al

Case Background

On May 9, 2022, Plaintiff Milagros Williams as Parent and Next Friend of Juwan O'Neal, a Minorfiled a Premises Liability lawsuit in the Florida State, Duval County, Fourth Circuit Court (Case number: 2022-CA-002590). James H. Daniel presided over this case.

Cause

On May 10, 2018, Juwan O'Neal, a minor, lawfully visited the La Casa Prima Apartments at 5521 Ricker Road in Jacksonville, Florida. As a lawful invitee of a resident, he used the common areas and grounds of the apartment complex. During his visit, he tripped and fell over tree roots that La Prima Holdings, LLC, and Upside Management, LLC, had negligently maintained. Both companies operated, managed, and controlled the apartment property, making them responsible for ensuring the safety of its common areas. However, they allowed hazardous tree roots to remain exposed, creating a dangerous condition for invitees. The fall directly resulted from their failure to address this hazardous condition, leading to significant consequences for the plaintiff.

Injuries

Juwan O'Neal suffered severe injuries due