What Is Negligent Security?
Negligent security occurs when property owners fail to provide reasonable security measures to prevent foreseeable crimes. This form of premises liability law focuses on holding these owners accountable when a lack of appropriate safety protocols leads to violent crimes, such as robbery, assault, rape, or battery, resulting in harm to lawful visitors or residents.
Victims may have a compelling negligent security claim if they can demonstrate that the property owner's lack of adequate security contributed to the crime and subsequent injuries sustained.
If a business owner has not taken the proper steps to have adequate security measures, they could be putting people in danger. If you believe you have been put in danger by a property owner not ensuring their property is safe, it may be time to seek legal aide to build a case.
Key Points of Negligent Security
Property owners have a duty to ensure the safety of those on their premises.
Reasonable steps must be taken to avoid foreseeable harm.
Inadequate lighting, ineffective security personnel, and faulty security equipment are prime examples of negligent security.
Measures taken are often judged against what is deemed reasonable for the circumstance.
Common Examples of Negligent Security
Lack of trained security guards or insufficient staffing in high-risk areas.
Insufficient lighting in parking lots, stairwells, or common areas.
Non-functioning security cameras, broken locks, or malfunctioning access controls.
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If you've been a victim of a crime due to negligent security, contact Gillani Law today. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis - you don't pay unless we win your case.
