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Octavion McClellan Killed in Charlotte Apartment Complex Shooting. (WBTV.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at a Charlotte 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 17-year-old teen was reportedly shot at a Charlotte, North Carolina apartment complex Thursday night, July 25, 2019.  

As reported by WBTV.com, “The shooting happened around 9:30 p.m. at an apartment complex on Barrington Drive, between Milton Road and Lanecrest Drive.”

WSOCtv.com is reporting when officers arrived, ” they found 17-year-old Octavion McClellan shot in the parking lot.”

The victim was taken to Atrium Health Carolina’s Medical Center where he later succumbed to his injuries.

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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 apartment 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 Octavion McClellan 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 apartment complex owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the victim’s family 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 victim’s family retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

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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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Appian Way Apartments Shooting Leaves 10-Year-Old Girl Injured. (ABCnews4.com)

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

LOCAL NEWS

A young girl was reportedly struck by a stray bullet at a North Charleston, South Carolina apartment complex early Friday morning, July 26, 2019.  

As reported by Live5News.com, “[a]round 12:16 a.m., officers arrived at the Appian Way Apartments in the 8400 block of Patriot Boulevard for a shooting.”

While investigating, officers found “a 10-year-old girl was struck by a bullet that came through a wall.”

The victim was taken to MUSC for treatment.

ABCnews4.com is reporting shots were fired from the parking lot into the apartment building and several apartments were struck.

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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 apartment 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:

• What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
• Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property, and were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
• 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 apartment complex owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and 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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Eric Hardy Killed, Another Person Injured in Clarksville Parking Lot Shooting. (Fox17.com)

Could the shooting at a Clarksville parking lot have been prevented 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

Gunfire rang out at a Clarksville, Tennessee parking lot Wednesday night, July 24, 2019, leaving one person injured and another man dead.

According to WKRN.com, “[p]olice responded around 9:30 p.m. to the 1000 block of College Street where…they found a chaotic scene and a ‘mass exodus’ of people leaving the parking lot.”

Per the report, “there was a large gathering of people celebrating together when gunshots were fired and the two men were struck.”

Fox17.com is reporting that both men were in critical condition and one was transported via helicopter to a Nashville hospital and the other was transported to a local hospital in Clarksville. “Eric Hardy, 26, died from injures sustained in the shooting.” The other victim is in critical condition, according to the report.

The investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

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Parking lot patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the parking lot 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 parking lot have adequate security in place at the time of the gathering?
• What security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims 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’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.  In addition, any injured victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their 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’s family and any injured 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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