Negligent Security Can Lead to Injury Claims and Lawsuits

If you are injured on another's premises in a criminal attack by a third party due to lack of adequate security measures by the owner or manager of the property, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim for damages. Security measures put into place to protect invitees, customers, patrons, guests, and residents from harm are considered to be part of the responsibility of landlords and premises owners in providing a reasonably safe environment. Such responsibility applies to the premises owners and managers of all types of establishments where guests and the public may gather or reside, such as apartment complexes, hotels, motels, condos, malls, bars, nightclubs, university and college dorms and campuses, office buildings, parking structures, entertainment venues, theaters, retail outlets, and more.

The legal concept of negligent security may also apply to terrorist attacks as well as cyberspace attacks, such as identity theft. In the case of terrorist attacks, if a property owner has been made aware of the fact that his or her premises may be particularly susceptible to a terrorist attack, he may be held liable for damages by those injured in such an attack if property security measures or warnings were not provided. Similarly, those attacked through cyberspace in sexual predator or identity theft attacks may be able to hold Web site hosts liable for damages. Institutions who electronically store personal information, such as account numbers or Social Security numbers, may be held responsible if they do not maintain adequate security to protect consumer information.

Get Professional Legal Help from a Miami-Dade Personal Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one has been injured due to inadequate or negligent security in the Miami-Dade area, you should consult with a Miami-Dade personal injury attorney who can advise you on your legal options in pursuing a  personal injury claim or lawsuit. The Law Offices of Maria L. Rubio focuses its practice on injury claims and lawsuits of all types, including those stemming from incidents involving poor security. The legal team of skilled litigators has a successful track record in achieving positive settlements and verdicts which can ensure that your damages, such as medical expenses and other costs related to your injuries, will be handled professionally and thoroughly.

Contact a Miami-Dade negligent security attorney at the firm if you have suffered an injury due to inadequate security today.