LA Fitness Facing $5 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Negligence in Sexual Assault Case

A lawsuit seeking $5 million has been filed against LA Fitness, alleging the gym chain’s negligence in allowing a known sexual predator to assault a teenage girl on-site. The assault occurred two years ago at one of LA Fitness’s Miami locations, and the perpetrator has since been convicted. Compounding the claims of negligence, it is noted that the defendant had a history of violent behavior at the gym. More details on this situation can be accessed in the Daily Business Review.