At a Glance
- 15-year-old Cosmo Silverman died after being pinned between two cars in Campbell Hall parking lot on June 5.
- Parents have filed a lawsuit claiming the lot’s design violated California standards.
- School has made changes post-incident but liability remains contested.
- Why it matters: The case highlights potential safety failures in school parking lots and the legal responsibility of institutions.
Daniel J. Whitman reports for News Of Los Angeles that parents of 15-year-old Cosmo Silverman have filed a lawsuit against Campbell Hall after his fatal accident in the school’s parking lot. The incident, which occurred on June 5, raises questions about parking lot safety and compliance with state regulations.
The Accident and Lawsuit
The accident happened when Silverman was walking toward his father’s car; a vehicle moved forward, pinning him between two cars. He was taken to Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles but died. The family sued Campbell Hall, citing an unsafe design that had been flagged by prior complaints.
The lawsuit alleges the parking lot layout directly conflicts with vehicle traffic, violating California regulations.
- Victim: Cosmo Silverman, 15
- Date of Incident: June 5, 2025
- School: Campbell Hall
- Alleged Violation: California parking-lot standards
Legal and Safety Concerns
Attorney Robert Glassman stated:
> “We’ve done quite extensive investigation into how something like this could have happened, this unthinkable tragedy,” he said.
> “And unfortunately, what we’ve discovered is that the design of this parking lot was in fact very dangerous and was not compliant with California standards and regulations.”
Attorney Robert Glassman added:
> “Unfortunately, the Campbell Hall parking lot in particular was designed initially in such a way that it put kids in direct conflict with vehicles, and that’s something that you’re never ever supposed to do. California regulations and standards exist for this reason.”
According to the attorney, the school made changes to its parking lot in the wake of Silverman’s death. The family has resolved their claim with the driver of the Rivian SUV that hit Cosmo, but has been unable to resolve what they see as the school’s liability. The school declined to comment.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Victim | Cosmo Silverman, 15 |
| Date | June 5, 2025 |
| School | Campbell Hall |
| Alleged Violation | California parking-lot standards |
The lawsuit reflects growing scrutiny of school parking lot safety and the responsibilities of educational institutions.
Key Takeaways
- Parents sue over unsafe parking lot design that allegedly violated California standards.
- Attorney Glassman cites dangerous layout and non-compliance with regulations.
- School’s liability remains unresolved despite post-incident changes.
The case underscores the need for schools to ensure parking lot safety and adhere to state regulations.
