Negligent Security Cases: How We Can Help You Seek Justice

Imagine stopping at a gas station late at night, only to become the victim of a violent crime. Incidents like shootings at gas stations are tragic, life-altering events that no one should have to endure. Unfortunately, they happen all too often. When they do, it’s essential to understand what duty the gas station owed to its patrons to keep the gas station premises safe. 

What is Negligent Security?

Negligent security refers to a property owner’s failure to implement reasonable measures to protect individuals from foreseeable crimes. These measures can include proper lighting, surveillance cameras, security personnel, and other safety measures. Inadequate security can make certain locations, like gas stations, easy targets for criminal activity.

Proving Negligent Security

In a negligent security case, the burden of proof lies on the victim. Here are the key elements that must be established:

1. Duty of Care: The property owner had a duty to provide a reasonably safe environment.
2. Breach of Duty: The property owner failed to meet this duty by not providing adequate security measures.
3. Causation: The lack of security contributed to the criminal act.
4. Damages: The victim suffered actual harm, such as physical injuries, emotional distress, or financial loss.

Real-Life Example: A Gas Station Shooting

Let’s say you were injured in a shooting at a gas station. To hold the gas station owner accountable, you would need to show that the shooting was reasonably foreseeable to the gas station owner and that the owner failed to provide necessary security measures. This could involve:

• Lack of adequate lighting in the parking lot, making it easier for criminals to operate unnoticed.
• Absence of surveillance cameras or malfunctioning security systems that could have deterred or recorded criminal activity.
• No security personnel on site, despite a history of similar incidents in the area.

How We Can Help

At Brooks Injury Law, we specialize in personal injury cases, including negligent security claims. Here’s how we can support you:

1. Thorough Investigation: We will gather evidence to establish the property owner’s negligence, including police reports, surveillance footage, and witness statements.
2. Expert Testimony: We may work with security experts to demonstrate how proper measures could have prevented the incident.
3. Legal Representation: We will represent you in negotiations with the property owner’s insurance company and, if necessary, take your case to court.
4. Emotional Support: We understand that dealing with the aftermath of a violent crime is incredibly difficult. Our compassionate team will support you every step of the way.

Your Path to Justice

Victims of negligent security incidents deserve justice and compensation for their injuries and suffering. If you or a loved one has been affected by a crime due to inadequate security measures, you don’t have to face this battle alone. Contact Brooks Injury Law today for a free consultation. Let us help you hold negligent property owners accountable and secure the compensation you deserve.