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When you go shopping for groceries or to the bank to withdraw cash, you’ll likely see security guards and cameras throughout the property. While many assume that these security measures are implemented to protect their business, they are also in place for your safety. Landlords and property owners must provide relatively safe conditions for all patrons and welcomed visitors to their property. Those who fail to do so may be found liable for any injuries a guest sustains while on their property.
If you or someone you know believes that negligent security is to blame for an injury sustained on a third party’s property, reach out to a personal injury attorney who can analyze your case. The Fort Lauderdale negligent security lawyers at Salpeter Gitkin, LLP are abreast of Florida’s premises liability laws and can use their knowledge to make a case on your behalf. Our legal team is dedicated to helping you recover the financial compensation entitled to you by law.
A negligent security claim is most likely to result from a crime being committed on a property where the owner failed to provide the necessary security. These often include instances of a robbery, attack, forced entry, sexual assault, and even death. Though the actual crime is prosecuted through the state’s criminal justice system, one can still recover damages from the property owner for failing to provide adequate security. A valid negligent security claim will likely focus on one of the following:
Property owners will likely deny responsibility for your damages and blame any injuries on your negligence. Do not allow this to deter you. Seek the services of a Fort Lauderdale negligent security lawyer who can help identify the liable party and hold them accountable for their actions.
Establishing liability is the most important aspect of pursuing a personal injury claim. Negligent security cases fall under the premises liability category of personal injury law which has strict requirements for establishing liability. The following essential elements must be present to attach liability to a property owner:
The Fort Lauderdale negligent security lawyers at Salpeter Gitkin, LLP have experience filing premises liability claims against entities big and small. Don’t assume that what happened to you was your fault. Contact us today at (954) 467-8622 for a free case evaluation and learn more about your legal options moving forward.
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