In a compelling legal dispute, a resident of Pinellas County has taken legal action against another local individual over an alleged negligence incident that resulted in personal injury. On December 20, 2024, Carol Smith filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in and for Pinellas County, Florida, against Ashley Faas. The case centers around an unfortunate accident that occurred on June 21, 2024, when Smith claims to have sustained injuries due to unsafe conditions on Faas's property.
According to the details laid out in the court documents, Carol Smith accuses Ashley Faas of failing to maintain safe premises at her property located at 5600 Cirimoya Lane in Seminole, Florida. Smith alleges that while visiting Faas's home as a guest and renter, she tripped on uneven steps leading to the garage entrance due to poor lighting conditions. This fall allegedly resulted in significant injuries including pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, permanent scarring, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life. The plaintiff asserts that these injuries have led to substantial medical expenses and a diminished capacity to earn income.
Smith's complaint highlights several points of negligence against Faas. It claims that Faas had a duty to ensure her property was safe for guests by maintaining even steps and adequate lighting but failed to do so. The lawsuit further argues that Faas neglected her responsibility to warn visitors about potential hazards or rectify dangerous conditions despite having knowledge or should have had knowledge about them through reasonable care. Specific allegations include failure to maintain the premises safely, failure to inspect or adequately warn about trip hazards, and failure to correct known dangers.
The plaintiff is seeking damages exceeding $50,000 from the defendant for the alleged negligence that caused her injuries. In addition to monetary compensation for her losses and suffering, Smith demands interest and costs associated with the case. She has also requested a jury trial for all issues deemed triable by jury.
Representing Carol Smith is attorney Rick Terrana from Morgan & Morgan P.A., based in Tampa, Florida. The case has been assigned Case Number: 24-005609-CI with Judge Ken Burke presiding over proceedings.