How Do I Know if I Have a Negligent Security Case?

When we visit a business or property, we expect it to be safe and free from harm. Unfortunately, there are times when property owners fail to provide adequate security, putting visitors at risk. When this happens, visitors may have a legal claim for negligent security. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what constitutes negligent security and how it can lead to premises liability cases.

What is Negligent Security?

Negligent security refers to situations where property owners fail to provide reasonable security measures to protect visitors from harm. This can include inadequate lighting, broken locks, and malfunctioning security cameras. Property owners have a duty to keep their premises reasonably safe and secure, and if they fail to do so, they may be held liable for any injuries that occur as a result.

Examples of Negligent Security

There are several examples of negligent security that can lead to premises liability cases. Here are a few common examples:

• A hotel that fails to provide adequate lighting in its parking lot, leading to a guest being assaulted.
• A shopping mall that fails to provide adequate security personnel or cameras, leading to a visitor being robbed.
• An apartment complex that fails to repair broken locks, leading to a tenant being burglarized.

Proving Negligent Security

To prove a negligent security case, the injured party must show that the property owner had a duty to provide reasonable security measures and failed to do so. Additionally, the injured party must show that their injuries were a direct result of the property owner’s negligence.

To prove negligence, the injured party must establish four elements:

• Duty: The property owner had a duty to provide reasonable security measures.
• Breach: The property owner breached their duty by failing to provide reasonable security measures.
• Causation: The breach of duty directly caused the injuries.
• Damages: The injured party suffered damages as a result of the breach of duty.

If the injured party can establish these elements, they may be able to recover compensation for their injuries, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

 

Conclusion

Negligent security is a serious issue that can lead to premises liability cases. Property owners have a duty to provide reasonable security measures to protect visitors from harm, and if they fail to do so, they may be held liable for any injuries that occur as a result. If you’ve been injured due to negligent security, it’s important to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you navigate the legal process and recover the compensation you deserve.

Attorney Bethany Schneider of Schneider Injury Law has extensive experience handling these types of cases. Contact her today (404) 800-3060!