In a dramatic legal filing, a couple has launched a lawsuit against multiple defendants over a premises liability issue that resulted in severe injuries. The complaint was filed by Stanley Heer and Patricia Heer on February 6, 2025, in the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware County, Pennsylvania, targeting Lawrence Park Shopping Center and other associated entities.
The plaintiffs, Stanley and Patricia Heer, allege that on February 19, 2023, Stanley suffered significant injuries due to negligence at the Lawrence Park Shopping Center located at 1991 Sproul Road in Broomall, Pennsylvania. The lawsuit names several defendants: Lawrence Park Shopping Center, Federal Realty Investment Trust, Flynn & O’Hara Uniforms, Inc., and an unidentified entity referred to as John Doe. According to the complaint filed by their attorney Arthur S. Novello from Dashevsky, Horwitz, Kuhn, Novello & Shorr P.C., these parties are accused of failing to maintain safe conditions on their property.
The case centers around a loose sewer grate that allegedly created an irregular walkway and trip hazard. The Heers claim this dangerous condition led to Stanley's fall and subsequent serious injuries. "Defendants were under a duty to keep and maintain the property...in a safe condition," states the complaint. It further accuses the defendants of neglecting their responsibilities for inspection and repair duties necessary for ensuring pedestrian safety.
Stanley Heer asserts that his injuries include both internal and external harm across various parts of his body along with lasting nervous system shock. These injuries have reportedly impeded his ability to perform daily activities and work-related tasks. Meanwhile, Patricia Heer claims she has been deprived of her husband's companionship and support due to his incapacitation.
The plaintiffs seek damages exceeding $50,000 plus interest and costs from each defendant for their alleged negligence which they argue directly caused Stanley's accident and Patricia's loss of consortium. They emphasize that the defendants should have known about the hazardous conditions long before the incident occurred.
Representing them is Arthur S. Novello from Dashevsky, Horwitz, Kuhn, Novello & Shorr P.C., based in Philadelphia. The case is presided over by judges from Delaware County's Court of Common Pleas under Case ID NO.