Hung Ly v. Trinh Le
Published: May 26, 2012 | Result Date: Mar. 13, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: GC047608 Settlement – $300,000
Court
L.A. Superior Pasadena
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Brian J. Breiter
(Law Offices of Brian J. Breiter LLP)
Defendant
Mark R. Weiner
(Mark R. Weiner & Associates)
Facts
Hung Ly tripped and fell over boxes on the stairs in the common area of a property she was renting from Trinh Le. Ly filed suit against Le, alleging that Le failed to properly maintain the area, creating a dangerous condition. She claimed that there was insufficient lighting for her to see the cardboard boxes as she used the stairs.
Le claimed that the lighting was sufficient and the boxes were an open and obvious hazard.
Injuries
Ly suffered a fractured orbital bone, a concussion, and significant lacerations on her face. She was given over 200 stitches to her face and underwent surgery to repair the bone.
Result
The parties settled for $300,000.
Other Information
INSURER: State Farm Insurance insured Trinh Le.
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