$615,000 Settlement for Parking Lot Trip-and-Fall Injury

Managing Partner Samer Habbas successfully resolved a case for $615,000.00 for a client who tripped over a concealed wheel stop in a parking lot.

Our client, a disabled individual, arrived at a restaurant only to find the designated handicapped parking spot occupied. Forced to park in a regular stall, they encountered a wheel stop—the curb designed to prevent vehicles from pulling forward—that was improperly placed and insufficiently separated from the adjacent stall. The wheel stop protruded into the walking path and was concealed by obstructions, creating a hidden hazard in a high-traffic area near the restaurant’s entrance.

While walking to the restaurant, our client tripped over the concealed wheel stop, leading to a hip fracture.

Samer Habbas retained an expert who determined that the parking lot had a dangerous condition and violated safety standards. Wheel stops must be properly positioned and free from obstruction to ensure they do not pose a tripping hazard. The adverse insurance carrier initially argued that the parking lot was safe, but Samer presented compelling evidence that the property owner was at fault. Understanding they would likely lose in court, the carrier agreed to settle the case for $615,000.00 in pre-litigation.

If you’ve been injured due to unsafe conditions on a property, including improperly placed wheel stops, Get Samer on Your Side. Let us fight for the compensation you deserve.