In a compelling legal battle, a resident of Palm Beach County is taking on the City of West Palm Beach over allegations of negligence. Edward Reyes Miranda filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County, Florida, on February 12, 2025, accusing the city of failing to maintain safe conditions on its sidewalks.
The case centers around an incident that occurred on April 19, 2023. On this day, Miranda was walking along a sidewalk located between Dixie Highway and Olive Avenue in West Palm Beach when he tripped over an uneven section of concrete. According to the complaint, this dangerous condition resulted from the city's negligence in maintaining and inspecting the sidewalk. The lawsuit alleges that "Defendant, CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH, negligently failed and breached its duty to Plaintiff...to construct, manage, maintain, inspect, and repair its sidewalk in a reasonably safe condition." The plaintiff argues that the city either knew or should have known about the hazardous condition due to its apparent visibility and duration.
Miranda's legal representation asserts that as a result of this negligence, he suffered severe injuries leading to "serious, permanent bodily injuries and resulting pain and suffering," among other damages such as loss of earnings and medical expenses. The complaint details how these injuries have significantly impacted his quality of life and will continue to do so in the future.
The plaintiff is seeking judgment for all damages allowable under Florida law against the City of West Palm Beach. This includes compensation exceeding $50,000 for medical expenses, loss of income potential, pain and suffering, and any other relief deemed appropriate by the court. Additionally, Miranda demands a trial by jury to address these issues comprehensively.
Representing Edward Reyes Miranda is attorney Matthew R. Naparstek from Ehrlich & Naparstek law firm based in Stuart, Florida. The case has been assigned Case Number 502025CA001284XXXAMB.