Torts/Personal Injury
Aug. 29, 2024
Cracked concrete, crumbling trust: LA's neglect of sidewalk safety
LA's neglected sidewalk maintenance is drawing criticism for shifting blame to pedestrians and property owners. The result? Hazardous conditions, especially for vulnerable groups.
Picture this: A landlord neglects his building's hallways for years, leaving gaping holes and broken concrete that endanger tenants using walkers and wheelchairs. When a resident falls and suffers severe injuries, the landlord shrugs off responsibility, claiming his property is too vast to monitor. He insists tenants should watch their step and bear the consequences of any accidents. Despite employing maintenance staff, he argues it's solely the tenants' duty to report hazard...
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