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Could the tragic loss of this young man have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Diaz’s family?

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Security measures are in question after 29-year-old Avrum Diaz was shot and killed outside Casa Blanca Hookah Lounge Friday morning, July 27, 2018.

According to KVOA 4, the shooting occurred “in the parking lot of a shopping center located in the 4600 Block of East Speedway Blvd.” ADI News repots, Mr. Diaz “was in the parking lot with friends, getting ready to go into Casa Blanca Hookah Lounge,” when he became “involved in an altercation with an unknown group of people.” Tragically, Mr. Diaz succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds at the scene.

Did negligent security contribute to this senseless loss of life? 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 Mr. Diaz’s family may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Arizona, or call now for a free consultation with our legal team: 888.842.1616.

Our Legal Take

Bar and parking lot 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? What security measures, such as bright parking lot lighting, surveillance cameras and off-duty police patrols, were in place to protect Mr. Diaz 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 hookah lounge or parking lot owners failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the family of Avrum Diaz 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 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 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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When one Arizona rape survivor found herself trapped in an apartment lease next door to her attacker, she fought to free herself and the hundreds of other victims suffering a similar, unjust circumstance.

Starting on August 3rd, AZ Central reports, new legislation will now allow victims of sexual assault to break their leases without paying costly terminations fees, which can often total into the thousands of dollars. A state statute already allowed victims of domestic abuse to break their leases. This new legislation, “pushed by state Rep. Daniel Hernandez, D-Tucson, and Rep. Maria Syms, R-Paradise Valley,” expands the exception to include victims of rape and sexual assault. AZ Central explains:

How to Break a Lease if You’ve Been Abused, Raped or Sexually Assaulted in Arizona

• File a police report or seek an order of protection as soon as possible.
• Request the lease termination within 30 days of the domestic abuse, sexual assault or rape, unless your landlord grants more time.
• Tell your landlord that you need to break your apartment lease under Arizona Revised Statute 33-1318, which allows victims of sexual assault and domestic violence to leave without paying termination fees.
• Provide the landlord with a written request to vacate on a mutually agreed upon date along with copies of the police report or order of protection.
• If you wish to change the locks on your apartment while you stay, let the landlord know. You will need to pay for installation.
• The landlord cannot charge termination fees or rent after you vacate and must return your security deposit. However, if you have prepaid rent for the month of your departure or if you have damaged the apartment, the landlord can withhold money.
• Roommates on the lease can sign a new rental agreement if they wish to stay and are not the perpetrator.
• A landlord may legally pursue the perpetrator for the cost of terminating the lease. A false accuser can be liable for three times the cost.

Survivors of Arizona Apartment Sexual Assault: Know Your Rights

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