Susan Blackwell v. Dean Franchi

Markman, C.J. (dissenting).

This case concerns an incident that occurred during a Christmas party hosted by defendants and attended by plaintiff. When plaintiff arrived, she went to place her purse for the evening in a small room adjoining the garage. Notwithstanding that the room was dark, plaintiff chose to proceed into the room without turning on the light switch that was immediately adjacent to the entryway. She then lost her balance and fell, injuring herself, when she set foot into the room, which was about 8 inches lower than the hallway. Can defendants be held liable in premises…