Algie v. Lennar Corp.

After Joseph Algie slipped and fell over a ledge or step while being led on a tour at a model home, he and his wife sued Len-nar Corporation, alleging negligent construction and failure to warn of a dangerous condition. The liability and damages issues were bifurcated and the jury returned a no liability verdict in favor of Lennar. The Algies have appealed, arguing that the trial court’s failure to strike a juror “for cause” compels reversal. We agree.

During voire dire, plaintiffs’ counsel asked the venire whether they had ever felt that an injury sustained by themselves *1137or a family member…