In a gripping legal battle that highlights the responsibilities of property management, Grace Gilsinan has filed a lawsuit against Aria Apartments LLC and Palm Communities LLC. The complaint was lodged in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida, on March 11, 2025. Gilsinan alleges negligence on the part of both defendants after suffering severe injuries from a fall at their premises.
The plaintiff, Grace Gilsinan, claims that on May 19, 2024, she was lawfully present at an apartment complex managed by Aria Apartments LLC and Palm Communities LLC when she slipped and fell due to a dangerously unmaintained step. According to the complaint, both companies had a duty to maintain their premises in a safe condition for invitees like Gilsinan but failed to do so. "Negligently and carelessly," as stated in the document, they permitted her to walk upon unsafe premises without adequate warning or safety measures.
Gilsinan's attorneys argue that both Aria and Palm breached their duty by not only failing to maintain safe conditions but also by neglecting to warn her about potential hazards. The complaint details several alleged negligent acts such as failing to exercise reasonable diligence in discovering or remedying dangerous conditions and not implementing necessary safety policies or procedures. As a result of these oversights, Gilsinan suffered "severe, grievous and permanent injuries," including physical pain, mental anguish, loss of earnings capacity, and ongoing medical expenses.
The plaintiff is seeking damages exceeding $50,000 from each defendant for her injuries and losses. She demands a jury trial on all issues so triable as a matter of right. Her legal representation is provided by Jack Bernstein P.A., with Marc M. Crumpton Jr. serving as counsel.
This case underscores the critical importance of property management companies adhering strictly to safety standards to protect residents and visitors alike from preventable accidents. The outcome could set significant precedents regarding liability and safety protocols within residential communities.
The attorneys representing Grace Gilsinan are Marc M. Crumpton Jr., associated with Jack Bernstein P.A., while no specific defense attorneys are mentioned for Aria Apartments LLC or Palm Communities LLC. The case is being overseen under Case Number 25-001185-CI in the Circuit Court of Pinellas County.