FLB Law Represents Condo Association in Trip and Fall Case Withdrawn by Plaintiff Without Pay

FLB Law Partner Matthias Sportini prevailed in a case filed by a condominium resident against her condominium association, claiming she sustained serious injuries from tripping over a defective interior walkway.  Following an extensive investigation into the underlying incident, including site inspections and depositions of the plaintiff’s treating physicians, the plaintiff ultimately withdrew her case without pay.

The plaintiff asserted that the hazardous condition of the tiles led to her fall and subsequent rotator cuff injury.  During the investigation, it was determined that another potential cause of the plaintiff’s injury was her dog pulling hard on the leash, causing her to tear her rotator cuff.  This was confirmed during the deposition of one of the plaintiff's doctors who agreed that the actual cause of injury was unknown, but he believed it was likely caused by her dog pulling on the leash.

In light of this testimony, the plaintiff's counsel chose to withdraw the case.

This development underscores the importance of thorough investigations and considering alternative causes in personal injury claims.