Florida Lawyer Representing Victims of Negligent Security
When Inadequate Security Causes an Injury
So-called "inadequate security" lawsuits require careful preparation by a personal injury lawyer who has a complete understanding of premises liability law. The laws change frequently regarding whether an assault victim (or the family of a homicide victim) may sue the owner of the property where the assault occurred.
If you or a family member has been the victim of armed robbery, assault, rape or homicide, and if you have questions about your legal rights to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, take the time to consult an experienced Florida personal injury lawyer as early as possible.
Broward County, Florida: Personal Injury Attorney Bradley S. Hartman
For more than 30 years, I have dedicated my legal career to using negotiation and trial skills to fight for fair financial compensation on behalf of injured people and their families. The AV Rating* I hold under the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating System is one strong example of the solid reputation I enjoy from the local legal community. I am an ethical and effective advocate with advanced experience litigating difficult personal injury cases — including cases based on allegations of inadequate security.
What Is an 'Inadequate Security' Lawsuit?
If a person is assaulted and knows the identity of the attacker, then the victim may bring a civil suit against the attacker for intentional injury. What about situations where the identity of the attacker is unknown? In some such situations, the owner of the property may be held legally responsible for the injuries the victim sustained.
In order to hold a property owner responsible, the property owner must have known about previous and recent assaults that occurred on the property but took no action to improve security features on the property.
Example: Six armed robberies have taken place in a store parking lot over the past three years. However, the store owner has not installed security lighting in the parking lot of hired security officers to patrol the lot. If another person is assaulted, the store owner may be held legally responsible for the victim's injuries. Example: If the store owner knows the store is situated in a high-crime area but refuses to improve inadequate security features, that store owner may be held legally responsible if an assault occurs on the store property.
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