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Negligent Security
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Negligent Security
Holding Property Owners Accountable for Your Safety
When you visit a business, parking lot, apartment complex, or any public or private property, you have the right to feel safe. Property owners are responsible for ensuring that their premises are secure and free from preventable dangers, including criminal activity. Unfortunately, when property owners fail to provide adequate security measures, it can lead to serious harm, including assaults, robberies, or worse. At Caminero Law, we fight for the rights of individuals who have been injured due to negligent security, holding property owners accountable for failing to protect their visitors.
What is Negligent Security?
Negligent security occurs when a property owner or manager fails to provide the necessary safety measures to prevent foreseeable criminal acts. These safety measures may include:
- Adequate lighting in parking lots or walkways
- Functional security cameras
- Secure door locks and access controls
- On-site security personnel or guards
- Properly maintained gates, fences, or barriers
- Warning signs of potential dangers
- Security alarms or other deterrents
If you have been a victim of a crime, such as an assault, robbery, or sexual attack, while on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation if it can be proven that inadequate security measures contributed to your injury.
Common Locations of Negligent Security
Negligent security incidents can happen anywhere, but they are more common in certain high-traffic or poorly managed areas. Common locations where negligent security claims arise include:
- Apartment Complexes: Poorly lit or gated areas, unsecured entrances, or lack of security personnel can lead to criminal attacks on residents or visitors.
- Hotels/Motels: Inadequate security measures in hallways, parking lots, or guest rooms can lead to theft, assault, or other violent crimes.
- Parking Garages and Parking Lots: Poor lighting, lack of surveillance cameras, or unattended lots make these areas common targets for criminal activity.
- Bars and Nightclubs: Establishments that fail to provide adequate security for patrons can be held liable for violent altercations or assaults that occur on their premises.
- Shopping Malls and Retail Stores: Failure to provide proper security measures can result in robbery or physical harm to customers.
- Schools or Campuses: Lack of campus security or inadequate safety measures can expose students and staff to serious dangers.
Your Rights as a Victim of Negligent Security
Victims of crimes caused by negligent security may suffer from both physical and emotional trauma, as well as financial burdens such as medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term rehabilitation. At Caminero Law, we believe that victims deserve justice and fair compensation for their suffering. By holding property owners accountable for their failure to provide adequate security, we can help victims recover damages, including:
- Medical bills and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and trauma
- Loss of quality of life
- Rehabilitation and therapy costs
If a loved one tragically loses their life as a result of negligent security, surviving family members may also be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim.
We Can Help
How Caminero Law Can Help
Negligent security cases are complex and require a thorough understanding of premises liability laws. At Caminero Law, we have the experience and resources to investigate your case, identify security lapses, and prove the property owner’s liability. Our dedicated legal team, led by attorney Franchesca Caminero, works closely with law enforcement, security experts, and investigators to gather evidence and build a strong case on your behalf.
What sets us apart is our commitment to personalized, compassionate legal representation. We understand the emotional toll that being a victim of crime takes, and we are here to support you throughout the legal process. Our firm is also fully bilingual, providing services in both English and Spanish to ensure clear and effective communication.
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If you or a loved one has been injured due to negligent security, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Contact Caminero Law for a free consultation to discuss your case. We are committed to fighting for your rights and securing the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses.