A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against a Florida-based business for negligence, claiming that unsafe conditions on the premises led to a severe injury. Rene Carrow, the plaintiff, lodged the complaint in the Circuit Court of the Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pinellas County, Florida, on October 27, 2025, targeting Dolphin Reef, L.L.C. as the defendant.
The lawsuit stems from an incident on April 20, 2025, when Carrow visited Dolphin Reef’s property at 290 107th Ave, Treasure Island, Florida. As a business invitee at the time of the incident, Carrow alleges that she tripped and fell due to an uneven sidewalk elevation—a hazard she claims was created by Dolphin Reef’s failure to maintain safe premises. The complaint asserts that Dolphin Reef had a non-delegable duty to ensure safety for its invitees and guests but failed to do so through various negligent acts.
Carrow accuses Dolphin Reef of several specific failures: not maintaining or adequately inspecting the premises; failing to warn about or correct known hazards; and neglecting to provide safe walking surfaces. “Defendant breached its non-delegable duty owed to Plaintiff,” states the complaint, highlighting multiple omissions such as failing to address the uneven sidewalk elevation which posed a trip hazard.
As a result of this alleged negligence, Carrow sustained bodily injuries leading to pain and suffering, permanent scarring, mental anguish, and loss of earning capacity among other damages. The lawsuit seeks damages exceeding $50,001 plus interest and costs from Dolphin Reef. Carrow is also demanding a jury trial for all triable issues.
Representing Rene Carrow is attorney Ryan J. Jacobs from Morgan & Morgan P.A., based in Tampa. The case is filed under Case Number: 25-006030-CI.
Source: 25006030CI.pdf
