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Ruthie McNeese: Justice for Family? Bystander Fatally Injured in Houston, TX Hookah Bar Shooting.

Ruthie McNeese: Justice for Family? Bystander Fatally Injured in Houston, TX Hookah Bar Shooting. (ABC13.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at a Houston hookah bar and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s Family? Our firm represents victims of security failures across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $200 million dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

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One woman is dead and a man injured after a shooting at a Houston, TX hookah bar early Sunday morning, March 10, 2024.

As reported by ABC13.com, “[the shooting] happened in the 11200 block of the Southwest Freeway at [a hookah bar] shortly before 1:30 a.m.”

According to the report, “there was a fight between two groups of men who were kicked out of the establishment. Officials said the fight continued into the parking lot when one man reportedly pulled out a gun and started shooting. One man who was involved in the altercation was shot and transported to the hospital for surgery.”

FoxSanAntonio.com is reporting, “[p]olice said that [a] woman was hit by a stray bullet. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Per the report, “she was an innocent bystander who had nothing to do with the fighting that was inside or outside. She was just trying to get a sober ride home, and unfortunately, she was caught in the crossfire.”

According to Click2Houston.com, “Ruthie McNeese, 35, was killed. A 29-year-old man was also shot in the arm and was taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE

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FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

Bar and parking lot guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. 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?
    • Were any security personnel at the property?
    • Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
    • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?
    • Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?

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 property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the family of Ruthie McNeese may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss. In addition, any injured victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their 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 family of Ruthie McNeese and any injured victim retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $200 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 nearly $200 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:

  • A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial 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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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

Checkmate Lounge Shooting in Raleigh, NC Leaves One Man Fatally Injured, One Other Wounded.

Checkmate Lounge Shooting in Raleigh, NC Leaves One Man Fatally Injured, One Other Wounded. (Yahoo.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at a Raleigh bar and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family and injured victim? Our firm represents victims of security failures across the United States, and we have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

One man is dead and one man was injured after a shooting at a Raleigh, NC bar early Saturday morning, Jan 6, 2024.

As reported by ABC11.com, “Raleigh Police Department said [the shooting] happened around 4 a.m. at the Checkmate Lounge on Millbrook Road.”

CBS17.com is reporting, “[o]fficers found two male victims inside the club, which appears to be a hookah lounge.”

According to the report, “[o]ne man was taken to a nearby hospital in serious condition with a gunshot wound. He was still hospitalized at 8:45 p.m. Sunday…Another man suffered “multiple gunshot wounds” and died from his injuries.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE

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FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

Bar patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. 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?
  • Were any security personnel at the property?
  • Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
  • What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting? 
  • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?
  • Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?

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 property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the family of the deceased victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.  In addition, any injured victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their 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 family of the deceased victim and any injured victims retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $200 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 $200 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:

  • A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial 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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How to Choose and Hire the Right Attorney (Click Here)

DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

Jonathan Bishu, Trevis Bellard, and Nadia Kassa: Justice for Families? Fatally Injured in Seattle, WA Hookah Bar Shooting; Six Others Injured.

Jonathan Bishu, Trevis Bellard, and Nadia Kassa: Justice for Families? Fatally Injured in Seattle, WA Hookah Bar Shooting; Six Others Injured. (SeattleTimes.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at a Seattle bar and are justice and compensation available to the victims families and injured victims?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

A shooting at a Seattle bar early Sunday morning, Aug 20, 2023 left three people dead and six others injured.

As reported by SeattleTimes.com, “[o]fficers responded to reports of a shooting at [a hookah lounge], on the 2200 block of Rainier Avenue South, just before 4:30 a.m.”

According to the report, “[w]hen [officers] arrived, they found three people — two men and a woman — inside and outside the lounge who had been shot.”

WSAV.com is reporting, “[a] 22-year-old man and a 33-year-old man died at the scene, and a 30-year-old woman died at Harborview Medical Center.” Per the report, “[o]f the six people wounded, a 23-year-old man was in critical condition and the other five were in satisfactory condition…They ranged in age from 21 to 38.”

According to SeattleTimes.com, “Jonathan Bishu, 22, Trevis Bellard, 32, and Nadia Kassa, 30, all died from multiple gunshot wounds in the shooting.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE

Top-100-Trial-Lawyers

FORMER CLIENT: I had lawyers calling me, and friends telling me who I should hire…I trusted in The Murray Law Firm and I’m glad I did.

Bar patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. 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?
  • Were any security personnel at the property?
  • Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
  • What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting? 
  • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?
  • Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?

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 property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the families of Jonathan Bishu, Trevis Bellard, Nadia Kassa may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.  In addition, any injured victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their 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 families of Jonathan Bishu, Trevis Bellard, Nadia Kassa and any injured victims retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $125 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 $125 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:

  • A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial 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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How to Choose and Hire the Right Attorney (Click Here)

DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.