After Jennifer Broodie tripped on a step which separated a restaurant's bar and dining areas, a negligence suit was filed.
When the New York County Supreme Court granted the company's dismissal request, Broodie appealed to the Appellate Division, First Department.
Since the step wasn't "inherently dangerous," nor constituted a "hidden trap," the AD1 affirmed the dismissal. (Apparently, the area suffered from no disrepair or obstruction, had sufficient lighting, and, several "CAUTION WATCH YOUR STEP" warning signs were prominently displayed.)
Much to brood over?
To view a copy of the Appellate Division's decision, please use this link: Broodie v. Gibco Enter., Ltd.