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Anastasia Lowery Killed in Timmonsville Nightclub Shooting. (Stock Photo: murraylegal.com)

Could the tragic loss of Anastasia Lowery have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the Ms. Lowery’s family?

Local News

Gunfire erupted at a Timmonsville, South Carolina nightclub early Saturday morning, February 23, 2019, claiming the life of one woman.  According to WMBFnews.com, “deputies responded around 2:21 am to several 911 calls of a shooting at Mike’s Warehouse, a night club located on East Smith Street in Timmonsville.”  One patron was shot and killed during the incident. “Florence County Coroner identified the victim as 30-year-old Anastasia Linette Lowery of Effingham.,” WBTW.com is reporting.

Media outlets report no word of any suspects or arrests.

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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
• Does the nightclub have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the facility?
• What nightclub security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect Ms. Lowery 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 nightclub owners failed to provide adequate security to protect those on the premises, Ms. Lowery’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

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 Ms. Lowery’s family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

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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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Pregnant Woman, 2 Teens Injured in St. Louis Apartment Complex Shooting. (STLtoday.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting at a St. Louis apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victims?

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI NEWS

Gunfire erupted at a St. Louis apartment complex Thursday afternoon, February 21, 2019, injuring a pregnant woman and two teens.  According to STLtoday.com, “gunfight broke out about 12:45 p.m. in the 5800 block of Selber Court on the western edge of the city.”  The news story reports “The 16-year-old was grazed in the leg, while the 13-year-old was grazed in the head. The [pregnant] woman, 31, was shot in the arm.”  Allegedly this shooting is not a first for this apartment complex.  According to Fox2now.com, “[the] woman grazed by afternoon gunfire…says it’s the second time she’s been grazed by a bullet at the Hillvale Apartments.”  According to the report, the woman, who wanted her identity to remain private, said “This is dangerous…It’s always happening.”

A suspect has yet to be identified.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the apartment complex and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

• Have there been prior incidents of violence on property?
• If prior incidents of violence have occurred, what did the property owner do to address those prior incidents?
• How were the suspects able to gain access on to the property?
• What security measures, such as bright lighting, gated-entry, fencing, monitored surveillance cameras, and visible security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims 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 apartment complex owner failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victims 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 victims 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 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 Dead, One Injured In Kansas City Apartment Complex Shooting. (KSHB.com)

Could this shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s Family?

Local News

Security measures are under scrutiny following a shooting at a Kansas City, Missouri apartment complex Thursday evening, February 21, 2019.

According to Fox4KC.com, [t]he shooting happened around 6:15 p.m. at Harvard Court Apartments near Sterling Avenue and 40 Highway.”  The news outlet reports “[p]olice arrived on scene and found two men with gunshot wounds.  They were both taken to the hospital in critical condition.”  According to KSHB.com, “[o]ne was pronounced dead and the other is listed in critical condition.”

Media reports indicate no suspects have been identified.

Our Legal Take

Apartment residents and guests 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
• How did the suspects gain entry to the property?
• What security measures, such as gated-entry, fencing, visible surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims 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 apartment complex owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for the victim’s wrongful death.  Additionally, the surviving victim may 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’s family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

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The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence at apartment complexes. 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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