Date of Incident: December 2, 2025 – Brawley, Imperial County
Settlement: $130,000 (policy limits)
Settlement Date: August 3, 2026
Case Overview
While organizing belongings inside a leased storage unit, the plaintiff was struck when a 100-pound manual roll-up metal door suddenly failed and slammed directly onto the top of their head with severe force, causing immediate disorientation and a concussion. HHJ Trial Attorneys represented the plaintiff and resolved the case for $130,000.
How the Incident Happened
The defendant operated a commercial storage facility and failed to maintain a roll-up metal door in a reasonably safe condition, leaving it with no spring, latch, or secondary safety mechanism. The facility operator had actual knowledge of the hazardous condition from prior incidents in which individuals were struck or trapped by the defective door, yet failed to install any secondary safety restraints or post warning signage.
Injuries Sustained
The plaintiff suffered a traumatic brain injury with post-concussion syndrome, concussion, cervical radiculopathy with radiating electric shock sensations, right eye visual impairment (20/70 acuity with medial hemianopia), closed head injury, hematoma, neck pain, back pain, left shoulder joint pain, and severe muscle spasms.
How the Case Was Resolved
HHJ Trial Attorneys secured a full policy-limits settlement of $130,000 to compensate the plaintiff for their extensive medical treatment, persistent neurological complications, and professional disruption.
Result
Total Recovery: $130,000 – the full policy limits.
