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Jametric Facyson Fatally Injured Outside St. Petersburg, FL Gentlemen’s Club. (Stock Phot: MurrayLegal.com)

Could the shooting at a St. Petersburg gentlemen’s club have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Local News

Gunfire erupted outside a St. Petersburg, FL gentlemen’s club early Saturday morning, September 19, 2020, leaving one man dead.

As reported by TampaBay.com, “[t]he incident took place around 4:11 a.m. inside the club at 10387 Gandy Boulevard N, across the road from Derby Lane.”

According to the report, “[t]here were hundreds inside the club when some kind of altercation took place…it resulted in a large exodus of people going out into the parking lot.”

WFLA.com is reporting, “[the suspect] was leaving in his vehicle when he opened fire striking the victim.” The victim was identified as “Jametric Facyson, 24.”

A suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting.

The investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

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Business patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.  The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

• Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property? 
• What security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
• Was the nightclub aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
• Was the property aware of  the illegal gathering that took place prior to the shooting?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises.  Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the nightclub owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the family of Jametric Facyson may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.

The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed.  The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the family of Jametric Facyson retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

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The Murray Law Firm has a long history of 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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Fort Worth, TX Apartment Fire Critically Injures Child. (DFW.CBSlocal.com)

Could the injuries from this apartment fire have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Local News

A fire at a Fort Worth, TX apartment complex Monday afternoon, September 21, 2020, caused injuries to one child.

As reported by Star-Telegram.com, “a one-alarm apartment fire that occurred just before 2 p.m. in the 9000 block of Brian Way Circle in west Fort Worth.”

DFW.CBSlocal.com is reporting, “[w]hen firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke coming out of at least one unit on the second floor and were told there was possibly a child trapped inside.”

According to the report, “the child was taken to Cook Children’s Hospital in critical condition.”

The fire is under investigation.

Our Legal Take

As the Fort Worth Fire Department continues its investigation, premises liability attorneys with The Murray Law Firm question whether a lack of fire safety measures at the complex may have contributed to the injuries in this incident.

• What fire safety measures, such as working smoke detectors, fire sprinklers and emergency exits, were in place and working at the time of the fire?
• When was the last fire inspection performed on the property?
• Were any safety measures added after any previous inspections?
• Was the property owner aware of any inadequate fire safety measures present prior to the fire?

As details of this fire continue to emerge, The Murray Law Firm suggests that it is possible that the apartment complex failed to undertake proper safety measures to protect those residents and guests legally on the premises. Under certain State law, the owner and management company of an apartment complex have a duty to protect residents and to keep the premises safe. If the owner or manager fails in this duty, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries or wrongful deaths that occur as a consequence.  Should the apartment complex be found at fault, the victim may elect to hold the owner and management company civilly liable for their injuries and suffering. Financial recovery for such a claim could be substantial.

As insurance companies and unscrupulous property owners are often more concerned with limiting their financial exposure in these incidents, it is crucial that the victims retain an experienced premises liability firm as soon as possible to ensure all evidence, such as a faulty fire alarm or a poor evacuation plan, is preserved and the victim best interests are protected. The Murray Law Firm has extensive experience in premises liability and apartment negligence cases, such as this, and we offer our legal expertise, if needed.

If anyone has information to share, or if anyone is seeking information regarding this incident, please contact us at 888.842.1616.

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Albany, NY Motel Shooting Injures One Man. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this motel shooting and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

A man was shot at a Albany, NY motel early Saturday morning, September 19, 2020.

As reported by CBS6Albany.com, “staff from Albany Medical Center Hospital notified police around 3:25 a.m. that a 35-year-old man had entered the emergency room with a gunshot wound to the arm.”

According to the report, “[u]pon arrival, the victim told officers that he was shot by an unknown suspect while in the parking lot of the Motel 6, located at 100 Watervliet Avenue Extension.”

The victim was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Motel guests and visitors have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the motel is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.  The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

• Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
• Was the motel aware of any improper activity before the incident occurred?
• What security measures, such as guarded-entry, monitored surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and visible security patrols were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises.  Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the motel owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its guests and visitors, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for his injuries.

The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed.  The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the victim retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect his interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of 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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