At The Abraha Law Firm, our experienced team of attorneys specializes in handling cases related to negligent security, a crucial area of law that focuses on protecting individuals from harm due to inadequate security measures. Our firm understands the devastating impact that a lack of proper security can have on individuals, and we are committed to pursuing justice and compensation for our clients who have suffered as a result.
What is Negligent Security?
Negligent security refers to the legal concept that holds property owners and occupiers responsible for injuries or harm that occur on their premises due to insufficient security measures. When property owners fail to take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of those present on their premises, they may be held liable for any resulting damages. Such cases typically arise in various settings, including commercial properties, residential complexes, schools, shopping malls, hotels, parking lots, and entertainment venues.
In general, to establish a claim of negligent security, the following elements must be proven:
- Duty of Care: The property owner or occupier must owe a duty of care to the victim. This duty arises when the property owner or occupier has control over the premises and can reasonably foresee criminal activity occurring on the property.
- Breach of Duty: It must be demonstrated that the property owner or occupier breached their duty of care by failing to provide adequate security measures. This could include inadequate lighting, malfunctioning security systems, lack of surveillance cameras, or failure to respond promptly to known risks.
- Causation: It must be shown that the property owner or occupier’s breach of duty was the direct cause of the victim’s injuries. The injuries must have been reasonably foreseeable as a result of the inadequate security measures.
- Damages: The victim must have suffered actual damages, such as physical injuries, emotional distress, medical expenses, lost wages, or other related losses.
How Long do I have to File a Lawsuit?
The statute of limitations for filing your negligent security claim can be as short as two years from the date of the incident. Therefore, it is essential to consult with an attorney as soon as possible, as certain other exceptions or deadlines may apply in specific circumstances.
What are some Examples of Negligent Security?
Examples of negligent security can encompass a range of situations, including:
- Inadequate Lighting: Property owners failing to provide adequate lighting in parking lots, hallways, or common areas, increasing the risk of criminal activity such as deadly and non-deadly assaults, robberies, or other acts of violence.
- Faulty or Non-existent Security Systems: Failure to install or maintain security systems, including surveillance cameras, access control systems, or alarm systems, leaving individuals vulnerable to criminal acts.
- Insufficient Security Personnel: Negligence in deploying an appropriate number of security personnel or inadequately training them to respond effectively to potential threats, leading to instances of assault, theft, or personal injury.
- Failure to Address Known Risks: Neglecting to address foreseeable risks or failing to implement reasonable security measures in high-crime areas or locations with a history of incidents, disregarding the safety of visitors or residents.
- Negligent Hiring and Training Practices: Employers failing to conduct proper background checks, neglecting to screen employees for violent tendencies or criminal records, which can result in harm to customers, clients, or other staff members.
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