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Charles Fullington Killed in Charlotte Motel Shooting. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this motel shooting death 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 man was fatally shot at a Charlotte, North Carolina motel Wednesday evening, July 24, 2019.

According to CharlotteObserver.com, police responded to a call “about an assault with a deadly weapon in the 7900 block of Nations Ford Road about 5:30 p.m.”  When officers arrived, they found a victim with a gunshot wound.  

The victim was identified as ” 44-year-old Charles Fullington.”

The victim was taken to Carolinas Medical Center where he later succumbed to his injuries, according to the report.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Motel guests and visitors have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the motel 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 or near the property?
• Was the motel aware of any improper activity before the incident occurred?
• What security measures, such as guarded-entry, monitored surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and visible security patrols were in place to deter crime and protect Charles Fullington and others 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 motel owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its guests and visitors, Charles Fullington’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 Charles Fullington’s family 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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Raleigh Apartment Complex Shooting Leaves One Person Injured. (CBS17.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at a Raleigh 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

Gunfire erupted at a Raleigh, North Carolina apartment complex Monday night, July 22, 2019, leaving one man injured.  

According to CBS17.com, “the shooting happened around 9:35 p.m. in the 6600 block of Lake Hill Drive.”  

The male victim suffered non-life threatening injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment., according to the report.

The investigation is  ongoing, no suspects have been identified.

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, if so, 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?
• How was the suspect able to gain access to the property?

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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One Man and a 5-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Lauderhill Apartment Complex Shooting. (Local10.com)

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

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted at a Lauderhill, Florida apartment complex Wednesday evening, July 17, 2019, leaving one man and a child injured.  According to Sun-Sentinel.com, the shooting happened at an “apartment complex [located at] 3124 NW 19th St., east of State Road 7 and north of West Sunrise Boulevard.”  When officers arrived they found a boy and an adult man with gun shot wounds in a outoor hallway.  As reported by Local10.com, “[t]he boy and the man were taken to Broward Health Medical Center in serious condition.”  Media reports indicate that there was an altercation between the shooter and the adult victim that led to the shooting.”

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, if so, were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
• What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
• How was the suspect able to gain access to the property?

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 victims 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 victims 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.

Choosing the Right Attorney (Click Here)