Carmen Rohena as Parent and Natural Guardian of Josue Espinal v. City of Providence

OPINION

Justice Goldberg,

for the Court.

Because the state and its cities and towns are immune from liability for injuries suffered by members of the public who use public recreational facilities, the claim brought by this mother on behalf of her seriously injured child must fail. This case came before the Supreme Court on January 26, 2017, pursuant to an order directing the parties to appear and show cause why the issues raised in this appeal should not be summarily decided. The plaintiff, Carmen Rohena (plaintiff), as parent and natural guardian of Josué Espi-nal (Josué), brought suit to…