Julia A. Barton has filed a lawsuit against a condominium association and two property management companies, claiming negligence led to her severe injuries. The complaint was filed in the Circuit Court of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County, Florida, on January 28, 2025, targeting Gulfstream Condominium Association, Inc., FirstService Residential Inc., and Waterfront Services, Inc.
The case stems from an incident on January 16, 2024, when Barton tripped over a cord in the common area of her condominium complex at 2020 S Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach. She asserts that the defendants failed to maintain safe premises and neglected to warn residents of hazardous conditions. Barton's legal team argues that the defendants had a "non-delegable duty" to ensure safety for all invitees on their property but breached this duty by allowing dangerous conditions to persist.
According to the complaint, Barton suffered permanent bodily injuries requiring emergency medical treatment due to the fall. The lawsuit details various allegations against each defendant for failing to inspect or correct known hazards and not providing adequate warnings about potential dangers. The claims highlight negligence in maintaining safe walking areas free from construction debris and other obstacles.
Barton seeks compensatory damages exceeding $50,001 for her physical and mental suffering, disability, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. Her legal representation emphasizes that these losses are ongoing and will continue into the future. The plaintiff demands judgment against each defendant for damages including incidental and consequential losses along with post-judgment interest and court costs.
Representing Julia A. Barton is Patrick Graves from Morgan & Morgan P.A., based in Miami. The Case ID is: 502025CA000739XXXAMB Div: AG.