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Initially, the district court sided with Costco. They argued there was no proof of how long the smoothie had been on the floor, meaning Costco hadn't breached its duty to keep the premises safe. For many, this would have been the end of the road. But Reyna and her legal team didn't back down. A Victory for the "Ordinary Person"

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Justice in the Food Court: The Reyna Cruz Story and the Fight for Accountability Initially, the district court sided with Costco

While we should all watch our step, businesses have a non-negotiable duty to exercise "ordinary care" for their patrons. But Reyna and her legal team didn't back down

We’ve all been there: rushing through a warehouse club, checking off a grocery list, and finally stopping for a quick bite at the food court. It’s a routine part of modern life. But for Reyna Cruz, a simple trip to Costco turned into a multi-year legal battle that recently redefined how we think about "ordinary care" in public spaces.

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