Facts

Eileen Alkin-Fagliano was visiting a model home owned by Toll Brothers Inc. when she slipped and fell down a staircase.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Fagliano filed suit against Toll Brothers, alleging premises liability. She contended she fell because of a plastic carpet mask, used to protect the carpets, caused the fall.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Toll Brothers contended the staircase and plastic mask were safe, and Fagliano's fall was caused by her own misstep.

Damages

Fagliano sought $123,243 in damages.

Injuries

Fagliano suffered a displaced lateral malleolar fracture, syndesmotic injury, and emotional distress.

Result

The jury rendered a verdict for the defense.

Deliberation

two hours

Poll

10-2

Length

seven days