A recent court filing highlights a troubling slip-and-fall incident that has led to a legal battle over premises liability. On March 6, 2025, Samirah Burnett filed a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware County against Sophia Bayusie and Upper Darby Township. The lawsuit accuses the defendants of negligence after Burnett suffered injuries due to unsafe conditions on their property.
The case revolves around an incident that occurred on March 28, 2023, when Samirah Burnett was walking towards the rear basement door of a property located at 536 Hampden Road in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. According to the complaint, Burnett slipped and fell because of "holes, cracks, and/or raised and uneven levels" on the cement or walking surface. She claims that these dangerous conditions were known or should have been known by the defendants but were not addressed or warned about. The complaint alleges that both Sophia Bayusie and Upper Darby Township failed in their duty to maintain safe premises for pedestrians and business invitees.
Burnett's attorney, Steven M. Lipschutz from Lipschutz & Friedman law firm, argues that her injuries were caused by negligence on part of the defendants. The complaint lists several accusations including failure to inspect and maintain safe conditions, failure to warn about potential hazards, and violation of local ordinances regarding property maintenance. It further states that these failures directly resulted in Burnett's severe injuries which include damage to her neck, back, left knee, head, body limbs, internal organs as well as aggravation of pre-existing conditions.
In seeking justice for her injuries and suffering, Burnett is demanding judgment against both defendants for an amount not exceeding $50,000 each. This amount excludes interest costs but includes attorney fees and damages for delay. Additionally, she seeks compensation for medical expenses incurred due to her injuries which are claimed to be permanent in nature.
Representing Samirah Burnett is attorney Steven M. Lipschutz from Lipschutz & Friedman law firm based in Philadelphia. The case is being heard under the jurisdiction of Judge (not specified) with Case ID: CV2025002008.