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Springfield, MO Shopping Center Shooting Leaves One Man Injured. (KY3.com)

Could the shooting at a Springfield shopping center have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Local News

One man was injured in a shooting at a Springfield, MO shopping center Thursday afternoon, April 16, 2020.

As reported by KY3.com, “Officers responded to the parking lot in front of the Petco near West Sunshine and West Bypass Thursday afternoon.”

According to the report, “the victim suffered non-life threatening injuries in the shooting.”

The investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

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Shopping center patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.  The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

• Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property, and, if so, were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
• Did the shopping center have adequate security in place at the time of the shooting?
• What security measures, such as visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises.  Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for his injuries.

The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed.  The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the victim retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect his interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Wolf Creek Apartments Shooting, Montevallo, AL, Fatally Injures One Young Teen Man. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting death at a Montevallo apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

A young man lost his life after a shooting at a Montevallo, Alabama apartment complex early Wednesday morning, April 15, 2020.  

As reported by WBRC.com, the shooting happened “in the 800 block of Shelby Street at Wolf Creek Apartments.”

CBS42.com is reporting, “a 19-year-old man was transported to UAB Hospital and pronounced dead on arrival.”

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

Residents and guests of apartment complexes have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the complex is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.  The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

• Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property, and were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
• What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting? 
• Was the complex aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises.  Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the complex owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the family of the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss. 

The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed.  The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the family of the victim retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.

We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Portland, OR Apartment Explosion Injures One Person. (KPTV.com)

Could the injuries from this apartment explosion have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Local News

An explosion in a Portland, OR apartment building early Wednesday morning, April 15, 2019, left one person injured.

As reported by KPTV.com, “[j]ust after 6:30 a.m., Portland Fire & Rescue crews responded to the 5700 block of Northeast Prescott Street.”

According to the report, “there was an explosion inside one unit and one person suffered severe burns. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment.”

The cause of the explosion is still under investigation.

Our Legal Take

As authorities continue their investigation, premises liability attorneys with The Murray Law Firm question whether a lack of safety measures at the complex may have contributed to this incident.

• What safety measures, such as working smoke detectors, fire sprinklers and emergency exits, were in place and working at the time of the explosion?
• When was the last fire inspection performed on the property?
• Were any safety measures required to be added after any previous inspections?

As details of this explosion continue to emerge, The Murray Law Firm suggests that it is possible that the property owner or management failed to undertake proper safety measures to protect those residents and guests legally on the premises. Under certain State law, the owner and management company of an apartment complex have a duty to protect residents and to keep the premises safe. If the owner or manager fails in this duty, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries or wrongful deaths that occur as a consequence.  Should the complex be found at fault, the victims may elect to hold the owner or management company civilly liable for their injuries and suffering. Financial recovery for such a claim could be substantial.

As insurance companies and unscrupulous property owners are often more concerned with limiting their financial exposure in these incidents, it is crucial that the victim retain an experienced premises liability firm as soon as possible to ensure all evidence, such as faulty safety and mechanical equipment or a poor evacuation plan, is preserved and the victim’s best interests are protected. The Murray Law Firm has extensive experience in premises liability and apartment negligence cases, such as this, and we offer our legal expertise, if needed.

If anyone has information to share, or if anyone is seeking information regarding this incident, please contact us at 888.842.1616.

Our Results

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars for its Clients, and recently secured a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a fire victim at an unsafe property.

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