The Legal Herald
(KSTP 5)
Could the senseless loss of this young man have been prevented?
Local News
Gunfire erupted outside the Richland Court apartment complex in Richfield Thursday evening, May 17, 2018, tragically claiming the life of 19-year-old Jordan Dangelo Washington.
According to the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Mr. Washington was shot “while sitting in a car outside…the Richland Court apartments near the intersection of 14th Avenue S. and 77th Street.” The young victim was transported to Hennepin County Medical Center, where he succumbed to fatal injuries Saturday afternoon.
Police are apparently still searching for a suspect and motive, per KSTP 5 reports.
Did negligent security contribute to this Richfield apartment 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 Jordan Washington’s family may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Minnesota, or call now for a free consultation with our legal team: 888.842.1616.
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 crime on or near property? What security measures, such as gated-entry, surveillance cameras and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Washington 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 family of Jordan Washington 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.
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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.
Nightclubs are often targeted for criminal activity given late hours of operation, typically low levels of lighting, and a frequent presence of alcohol. By law, bar and nightclub owners are required to protect their patrons from any foreseeable harm.