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Trevor Thomas, Raheem Phillips, Injured in Destin Nightclub Shooting. (WKRG.com)

Could the shooting at a Destin nightclub have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Thomas and Mr. Phillips?

Local News

Gunfire rang out at a Destin, Florida nightclub early Sunday morning, March 10, 2019, leaving two men injured.  According to WJHG.com, “[s]heriff’s officials…were called to Bric à Brac, a restaurant and nightclub in Destin, around 4:18 a.m.” The news story reports “a disturbance around closing time led to multiple shots being fired and people fleeing.”  WKRG.com is reporting, “Trevor Thomas of Crestview and Raheem Phillips of DeFuniak Springs were taken to Fort Walton Beach Medical Center for treatment after suffering apparent non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.”

Media reports indicate a person of interest has been detained for questioning as the investigation continues.

Our Legal Take

Nightclub patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided on the property and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

• Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property?
• Does the nightclub have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the establishment?
• What nightclub security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Thomas and Mr. Phillips at the time of the shooting?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the property owners failed to provide adequate security to protect those on the premises, Mr. Thomas and Mr. Phillips may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that Mr. Thomas and Mr. Phillips retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

Our Results:  We’ve Obtained Over $100 Million in Verdicts and Settlements for our Clients

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and recently obtained 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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Man Seriously Injured in North Lauderdale Sports Bar Shooting. (WSVN.com)

Could the shooting at a North Lauderdale sports bar have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

Local News

Gunfire erupted at a North Lauderdale, Florida sports bar early Saturday morning, March 2, 2019, leaving one man injured.  According to WSVN.com, “there was an altercation at Players Sports Bar & Grill, located 5280 N State Road 7, at around 3:30 a.m., Saturday…the gunman opened fire outside of the bar, striking the victim.”  The news story states “crews airlifted the patient to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.”  No suspect has been identified according to the media outlet.

Media reports indicate this may not have been the first shooting incident at this location.  Local10.com reported on an incident from Sept. 13, 2014, and Miami.CBSlocal.com reported on an incident from Oct. 24, 2015.

Our Legal Take

Bar and nightclub patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided on the property and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

• How many prior incidents of violence have been reported on or near property?
• Did the nightclub do anything to address past violent incidents?
• Does the nightclub have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the establishment?
• What nightclub security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim and others at the time of the shooting?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the bar owners failed to provide adequate security to protect those on the premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victim retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

Our Results:  We’ve Obtained Over $100 Million in Verdicts and Settlements for our Clients

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and recently obtained 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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Man Shot and Injured in Ellsworth Bar Shooting. (WPXI.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

LOCAL NEWS

A man was injured after being shot at a Ellsworth, Pennsylvania bar Friday night, March 1, 2019.

According to WPXI.com, “police said a 49-year-old man was shot in the parking lot of the Crazy Horse bar on South Main Street in Ellsworth Borough around 8:50 p.m. Friday.”  Apparently the victim was found by his brother according to the news story.  KDKA-TV is reporting, ‘[t]he victim’s brother drove him to the Bentlyville Fire Department to meet an ambulance before he was life-flighted to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.”

The investigation is ongoing according to the media outlets.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Bar patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided in the bar parking lot and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

• Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
• Did the bar notice any inappropriate behavior prior to the shooting?
• What security measures, such as bright parking lot lighting, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the bar or parking lot owners failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his injury.

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victim retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

OUR RESULTS

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims and their families and security negligence.  We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for out 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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