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Houston, TX Nightclub Shooting Leaves Tamaya Smothers and Amariah Pridgen Seriously Injured; One Person Fatally Injured.

Houston, TX Nightclub Shooting Leaves Tamaya Smothers and Amariah Pridgen Seriously Injured; One Person Fatally Injured. (KSAT.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting in a parking lot outside a Houston nightclub and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family and injured victims?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

One person is dead and four others were injured after a shooting in a parking lot outside a Houston, TX nightclub early Sunday morning, Jan 15, 2022.

As reported by Click2Houston.com, “[the shooting] happened outside [a lounge] in the 5100 block of FM 1960 near Greenwood Forest Drive at around 2 a.m.”

According to the report, “a vehicle with an unknown number of suspects wearing ski masks pulled up in front of the club. That group got out of the vehicle, and that was when deputies said they pulled out their guns and started firing at club patrons outside of the club, then fled the scene.”

CNN.com is reporting, “[o]ne person died and police were still trying to determine the extent of the injuries sustained by the four victims.”

According to Fox8live.com, “[t]wo of the victims were Tamaya Smothers and Amariah Pridgen…Both ladies are undergoing extensive surgeries.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE

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Nightclub 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?
  • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
  • 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? 
  • 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 deceased victim’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss. In addition, Tamaya Smothers and Amariah Pridgen 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 deceased victim’s family and any injured victims 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 $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.

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Houston, TX Nightclub Shooting Injures Three People.

Houston, TX Nightclub Shooting Injures Three People. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Could the shooting at a Houston nightclub have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victims? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Local News

Gunfire rang out at a Houston, TX nightclub early Saturday morning, October 31, 2020, leaving three people injured.

As reported by KHOU.com, the shooting “happened about 2 a.m. Saturday in the 10200 block of North Freeway service road near West Road. Investigators said a verbal argument broke out between multiple people. It escalated when someone pulled out a pistol and started firing.”

According to the report, “[w]hen officers arrived, police said three men — ages 19, 25 and 27 — were found with gunshot wounds. They were all taken to the hospital.”

The shooting remains under investigation.

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.

Nightclub patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the nightclub 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? 
  • Does the nightclub have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the establishment?
  • Was the nightclub aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
  • What nightclub security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim and others 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 nightclub owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the 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 victims retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their 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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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.