Negligent Security
Fighting for victims of violent crimes due to inadequate security measures, holding property owners accountable for preventable harm.
Property owners have a legal duty to protect visitors from foreseeable criminal acts. When inadequate security leads to assault, robbery, sexual assault, or other violent crimes, victims have the right to seek justice and compensation.
At Paulos Law, we represent victims of negligent security through premises liability claims. We investigate security failures, document prior criminal activity, and hold property owners accountable when their negligence allows preventable violence to occur.
Common Negligent Security Cases
We handle cases involving security failures at various types of properties:
Apartment & Residential Complexes
Broken door locks, inadequate lighting, missing gates, and failure to address prior criminal incidents
Shopping Centers & Parking Lots
Insufficient lighting, no security patrols, lack of surveillance cameras despite known crime risks
Hotels & Motels
Faulty door locks, no security personnel, inadequate hallway surveillance, failure to screen guests
Nightclubs & Bars
Insufficient security staff, failure to control violent patrons, inadequate crowd control measures
Commercial Properties
Late-night operations without adequate security in high-crime areas, poor building maintenance
ATMs & Financial Institutions
Isolated locations, poor lighting, lack of surveillance creating opportunities for robbery
Proving Foreseeability
The key to negligent security cases is proving the crime was foreseeable. We establish foreseeability by demonstrating:
Prior similar crimes on or near the property, high crime rates in the surrounding area, complaints from tenants or visitors about safety concerns, known security vulnerabilities the owner failed to address, and industry standards for security in similar properties.
When property owners knew or should have known about crime risks and failed to implement reasonable security measures, they can be held liable for resulting injuries.
Why Choose Paulos Law for Negligent Security Cases
Thorough Investigation
We obtain police reports, security logs, and crime statistics to prove the property owner knew about security risks
Security Expert Testimony
We work with security professionals to establish what measures should have been in place
Aggressive Advocacy
We fight property owners and their insurance companies to secure full compensation for our clients
Compassionate Support
We understand the trauma crime victims experience and provide sensitive, personalized representation
Available Damages
Victims of negligent security may recover compensation for:
Medical expenses including emergency treatment, surgery, therapy, and ongoing care. Lost wages and diminished earning capacity. Pain and suffering, including physical pain and emotional trauma. Counseling and mental health treatment for PTSD and anxiety. Permanent disability or disfigurement. Loss of quality of life and enjoyment of activities.
In cases involving particularly egregious negligence, punitive damages may also be available.
Contact a Negligent Security Attorney
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a violent crime due to inadequate security, contact Paulos Law today. We will investigate your case and fight for the accountability and compensation you deserve.
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Information about representative areas of practice. This page is for general information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.