Case Summary:
Senior Trial Attorney Michael Rix and Associate Neekta Izadian of Vaziri Law LLP secured a $1,000,000 settlement on behalf of a Central Coast fire safety technician who sustained permanent blindness in one eye and a mild traumatic brain injury following a preventable premises incident. The case was resolved for full policy limits and stands as a clear example of Vaziri Law LLP’s commitment to securing justice for individuals injured by unsafe property conditions.
Facts of the Case:
While performing contracted fire safety work at a commercial property, the client was instructed to close a sliding garage door at the end of the day. Unbeknownst to him, a concealed PVC pipe had been wedged into the door’s internal frame as a makeshift method to prevent it from closing. This improvised hazard had not been disclosed. As the client attempted to operate the door, the pipe dislodged with force and struck him in the face, causing immediate and severe injuries.
Treatment:
The impact caused a fractured nose, a concussion, and permanent blindness in the client’s left eye. Despite undergoing multiple surgeries and receiving specialized care from ophthalmologists and neurologists, the damage proved irreversible. At the age of 51, the client now lives with significant loss, cognitive impairments, and lasting physical and emotional trauma.
Legal Strategy:
The Vaziri Law LLP legal team conducted a targeted investigation to demonstrate that the defendants knowingly allowed an unsafe condition to exist without warning or correction. The use of an unsecured pipe to prop open a commercial-grade garage door constituted a foreseeable and preventable risk. Through careful legal analysis, the team invoked the doctrine of nondelegable duty, holding both the commercial tenants and the property owners accountable. Key deposition testimony, coupled with premises liability principles under California law, enabled the firm to present a persuasive case that warranted full compensation.
Pursuing Justice:
This $1,000,000 policy-limit settlement affirms the client’s right to be compensated for a life-altering workplace injury. This outcome reflects Vaziri Law LLP’s unwavering commitment to holding negligent property managers accountable. The firm remains dedicated to securing justice for individuals harmed by unsafe conditions and to providing advocacy that addresses both legal and human consequences for serious injury.