Negligent Security
Frequently Asked Questions About Negligent Security Claims
Three people died and 11 were wounded when a shooter opened fire at a Madden video game tournament in August. One of the victims recently filed a negligent security lawsuit against the facility that hosted the event as well as EA, the makers of Madden. Negligent security lawsuits are common when a facility fails… Read More »
Examples of Negligent Security
A federal jury recently found a Florida Waffle House liable for injuries a customer sustained when he was robbed outside of the restaurant. One man was attacked by three assailants when he left the restaurant early one morning in April 2014 and suffered facial fractures and traumatic brain injury. The man claimed that the… Read More »
Evacuation Drills in Public Places
Schools and private businesses aren’t the only facilities that hold drills to prepare for active shooter situations. But at schools and some businesses, such drills are expected, and often even announced beforehand. What happens, though, when you’re out and about in a public place and not somewhere you’d expect to encounter an active shooter/evacuation… Read More »
Negligent Gun Owners and Gun Safety
In April 2018, a man was shopping for ammunition at a gun store in Cape Coral when he accidentally discharged his semiautomatic handgun. While no one was injured in the incident, he did leave a bullet hole in the floor. Accidentally discharging your firearm isn’t a crime in Florida, but you can be held… Read More »
Negligent Airport Security and the Fort Lauderdale Airport Shooting
On January 6, 2017, a man opened fire in the Fort Lauderdale airport and killed five people. One year later, the family of one of the victims filed a wrongful death lawsuit against several entities they claim are responsible for the incident. They are only seeking damages for the pain and suffering they’ve experienced… Read More »
Negligent Security Case Nets Plaintiff Nearly $600,000 in Damages
Florida property owners have an obligation to keep their visitors safe from harm, including crimes committed by third-parties. Individuals who must meet this standard include commercial business owners, property managers, landlords, and other types of property owners. Those who fail to meet the standard of care required of property owners (which varies based on… Read More »
