San Francisco Settles Sidewalk Injury Suit for $100K
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Case Background
On November 2, 2022, Plaintiff Rieyahne Blaylock, a minor, walked near the intersection of Ellis Street and Steiner Street in San Francisco. She was under the care of her guardian ad litem, Halima Quinn. The City and County of San Francisco owned, managed, and maintained the public sidewalk at that location. The sidewalk was broken, uneven, and in disrepair.
Cause
Plaintiff alleged that the City created or allowed a dangerous condition to exist on the sidewalk. The curb and pavement were damaged and uneven, posing a foreseeable tripping hazard. Plaintiff argued that the City negligently owned, maintained, and operated the premises. Further, Plaintiff claimed the City had actual or constructive notice of the condition with sufficient time to repair or warn. Despite this, no corrective action occurred, leading directly to the incident.
Injury
While walking across the area, Plaintiff tripped and fell on the broken sidewalk. She sustained significant physical injuries. These injuries restricted her act
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