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Could this senseless Fayetteville bar parking lot shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victims?

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Gunfire erupted outside “[a] Bar & Grill on Bragg Boulevard” early Monday morning, October 1, 2018, leaving John Baker, 26, and Demonte Bethea, 24, injured, according to ABC 11.

Police have since charged two men in connection with the shooting, per Fayetteville Observer reports.

Did negligent security contribute to this senseless Fayetteville shooting? We represent individuals and families who have suffered a tragic loss or injury as a consequence of negligent property security. Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victims may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in North Carolina, or call now for a free consultation with our legal team: 888.842.1616.

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 on the property and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, 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 bar owner failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, Mr. Baker and Mr. Bethea 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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Property Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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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Parking facilities present inherent security challenges as they frequently occupy a large space with low levels of activity and numerous hiding places for would-be attackers. While parking facility owners are required by law to protect patrons from any foreseeable harm, Consumer Reports, urges patrons to take security precautions of their own.

  1. Choose Your Parking Spot Wisely: The closer to the mall entrance, the better. It is typically the most populated area of the parking lot. It is also the best lit.
  2. Lock It Up
  3. Out of Sight, Out of (the Criminal’s) Mind: Bags or expensive items of any ind should be put in the back and out of sight of would-be-criminals. A dark blanket or large towel can help conceal precious cargo.
  4. Have a Plan: Getting lost in the parking lot is a surefire way to make you easy prey. People are easily distracted when staring at a phone, so look occasionally, and be aware of your surroundings the rest of the time.
  5. Avoid Strangers: Be wary of strangers who approach you in the parking lot. Have your keys in one hand and your cell in the other in case you need to call 911.

Read a complete list of safety tips at Consumer Reports.

Victims of Parking Facility Violence: Know Your Rights

Parking lot and parking garage patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises of the establishment they are visiting. By law, property owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. For example, should a parking facility owner have knowledge of prior violence on or near property, they have a responsibility to implement additional security precautions to protect patrons and deter such crime. Should a parking facility owner fail in this critical responsibility, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries or wrongful deaths which occur as a consequence.

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

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Security measures are in question after a man was shot and killed during an apparent robbery “at an apartment complex in the 3300 block of Webb Chapel Extension” Wednesday, September 19, 2018, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Police told WFAA 8, “a man was sitting in his SUV, in his own apartment’s parking lot,” when
“another man tried to rob him, and shot him in the course of the crime.” Tragically, the victim succumbed to fatal injuries at the hospital.

The area has an apparent history of violent apartment robberies. In July 2018, the Dallas Patch reports, a man was shot during “an attempted carjacking…in the parking lot of an apartment complex at 3535 Webb Chapel Extension.” In July 2017, another fatal robbery-shooting claimed the life of Oziel Garcia in the “3300 block of Webb chapel Extension,” per NBC DFW 5 reports.

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.

  • What additional security measures, such as gated-entry, bright lighting, fencing, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were implemented by the apartment complex owner following media reports of prior armed robberies in the area?

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 his wrongful death.

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.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

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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