Overview

• On July 28, a rooftop patio covering at the Tesla Diner in Hollywood came loose during lunch service and struck 21-year-old Valentina in the forehead, briefly confusing her.
• Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded to a 911 call, observed minor swelling and no visible bleeding, and Valentina declined offered hospital transport.
• Tesla’s security team reviewed surveillance footage and confirmed the accident was captured on video.
• Valentina and her husband have announced plans to file a lawsuit against Tesla Diner over the safety lapse.
• Tesla has not issued a public statement on the incident, intensifying scrutiny over safety and risk management at its new hospitality venture.