Negligent Security
Property owners may be liable for criminal acts committed on their premises when those acts were reasonably foreseeable. This is known as negligent security.
If you were assaulted at an apartment complex, hotel, parking lot, or retail location in Georgia, you may have a civil claim against the property owner.
When Is a Property Owner Liable?
Liability may arise if:
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There were prior similar crimes
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The property lacked adequate lighting
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Security cameras were nonfunctional
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No security personnel were present
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Broken gates or locks were ignored
What Compensation Can I Receive?
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Medical treatment
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Trauma counseling
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Lost income
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Pain and suffering
These cases often require extensive investigation of crime history and security practices.
Call us today for a free consultation to help determine the strength and value of your case!