Bar Crime Archives

February 17, 2020

Security Negligence? Majestic Lounge Shooting, Hartford, CT, Leaves One Man Fatally Injured, Four Other People Injured.

Majestic Lounge Shooting, Hartford, CT, Leaves One Man Fatally Injured, Four Other People Injured. (WTVR.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting death and injuries and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family and other victims? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted early Sunday morning, February 16, 2020 at a Hartford, Connecticut nightclub leaving one man dead and four other people injured.

As reported by Courant.com, “officers were already outside Majestic Lounge, at 451 Franklin Ave., when shots were fired inside the club. The officers called in the shooting at 1:27 a.m.”

According to the report, “[o]fficers had been establishing a presence at the nightclub because of previous shootings and assaults at the club.”

WTVR.com is reporting, “two females and two males were injured. A 28-year-old man was killed. Two of the wounded were still in surgery as of 7:30 a.m.”

The investigation is ongoing, no suspects have been identified.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Nightclub 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
Was the management aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious persons on property prior to the shooting?
Does the club have a protocol for checking guests for deadly weapons prior to entering into the establishment?

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 visitors, the victim’s family 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 victim’s family and any injured 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 30, 2020

Security Failure? Temptations Lounge Shooting in Arlington, TX Leaves Three People Injured.

by The Murray Law Firm

Temptations Lounge Shooting in Arlington, TX Leaves Three People Injured. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Could the shooting at an Arlington 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 an Arlington, Texas nightclub early Wednesday morning, January 28, 2020, leaving three people injured.

As reported by Star-Telegram.com, “[a]t 12:34 a.m. Wednesday, Arlington police responded to a shooting at the Temptations Lounge in the 3700 block of South Cooper Street.”

ArlingtonVoice.com is reporting, “[i]nvestigators believe a fight started inside the bar, and as people were being led out of the bar, there was a shooting on the patio.”

According to the report, “[o]ne of the victims was driven to the hospital in a private car, with two others taken to a local hospital in another private car.”

The shooting remains under investigation.

Our Legal Take

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?
What 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 29, 2020

Justice for Family? Update: Garrett Bakhsh Unable to Recover from Injuries in Hartsville, SC Nightclub Shooting.

by The Murray Law Firm

Update: Garrett Bakhsh Passes on Days After Hartsville, SC Nightclub Shooting. (WIStv.com)

Did negligent security contribute to these shooting deaths and are justice and compensation available to the victims families? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Update: WIStv.com is reporting, “18-year-old Garrett Bakhsh, a Coker University student from Maryland, died at 8 p.m. Tuesday from injuries he sustained in the shooting.”

Gunfire erupted early Sunday morning, January 26, 2020 at a Hartsville, South Carolina nightclub leaving two men dead and four other people injured.

As reported by WMBFnews.com, “[p]olice responded to the deadly shooting at [a] Lounge on Camden Avenue around 2 a.m. Sunday morning.”

According to the report, “[t]wo people were killed and four others were injured.”

WPDE.com is reporting, “Dicaprio Collins, 21, and Bryan Robinson, 29, were both pronounced dead at Mac’s Lounge, shortly after midnight.”

The investigation is ongoing, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the U.S. Marshals are assisting in the investigation.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
Was the management aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious persons on property prior to the shooting?
Does the club have a protocol for checking guests for deadly weapons prior to entering into the establishment?

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 visitors, the family of Garrett Bakhsh, Dicaprio Collins and Bryan Robinson 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 family of Garrett Bakhsh, Dicaprio Collins and Bryan Robinson and any other injured 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 29, 2020

Preventable Tragedy? George Franklin Burnett Stabbed to Death in Raleigh, NC Nightclub Parking Lot.

by The Murray Law Firm

George Franklin Burnett Stabbed to Death in Raleigh, NC Nightclub Parking Lot. (WRAL.com)

Could this nightclub parking lot stabbing 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

An altercation in a parking lot of a Raleigh, North Carolina nightclub early Sunday morning, December 8, 2019, left one man dead.

As reported by ABC11.com, “[the incident] happened just before 2 a.m. in the parking lot of [a] Club…in the 300 block of Rush Street.”

When officers arrived they found a man with injuries in the parking lot. The victim, tragically, did not survive his injuries according to the report.

WRAL.com is reporting, “George Franklin Burnett, 33, was stabbed to death in the parking lot…at 308 Rush St., in the early hours of Dec. 8.”

According to the report, “[a suspect] assaulted Burnett and other patrons inside the club, and then everyone was kicked out…[b]ut the altercation continued in the parking lot, where [the suspect] pulled out a hunting knife and stabbed four people, including Burnett.”

The suspect has been arrested and charged with murder and assault with a deadly weapon in the case.

Our Legal Take

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 parking lot patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided in the parking lot is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this stabbing 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?

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 parking lot owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, George Franklin Burnett’s family 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 George Franklin Burnett’s family 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 27, 2020

Security Negligence, Justice for Families? Dicaprio Collins, Bryan Robinson Killed, Four Others Injured, in Hartsville, SC Nightclub Shooting.

by The Murray Law Firm

Dicaprio Collins, Bryan Robinson Killed, Four Others Injured in Hartsville, SC Nightclub Shooting. (WPDE.com)

Did negligent security contribute to these shooting deaths and are justice and compensation available to the victims families? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted early Sunday morning, January 26, 2020 at a Hartsville, South Carolina nightclub leaving two men dead and four other people injured.

As reported by WMBFnews.com, “[p]olice responded to the deadly shooting at [a] Lounge on Camden Avenue around 2 a.m. Sunday morning.”

According to the report, “[t]wo people were killed and four others were injured.”

WPDE.com is reporting, “Dicaprio Collins, 21, and Bryan Robinson, 29, were both pronounced dead at Mac’s Lounge, shortly after midnight.”

The investigation is ongoing, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the U.S. Marshals are assisting in the investigation.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

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 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was the management aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious persons on property prior to the shooting?
Does the club have a protocol for checking guests for deadly weapons prior to entering into the establishment?

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 visitors, the family of Dicaprio Collins and the family of Bryan Robinson 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 family of Dicaprio Collins and the family of Bryan Robinson and any other injured 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 16, 2020

Justice for Victim? GOAT Nightclub, McAllen, TX, Alleged Sexual Assault/Rape.

by The Murray Law Firm

Alleged Sexual Assault of Teen at McAllen, Texas Nightclub. (KRGV.com)

Could the alleged sexual assault at a McAllen nightclub 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

An 18-year-old was allegedly sexually assaulted at a McAllen, Texas nightclub.

As reported by KRGV.com, “the teen was using the restroom at The G.O.A.T. nightclub on 17^thStreet, when she was approached by a woman promising her free drinks…the girl was given a mixed drink as the woman and a man began to engage in sexual intercourse in front of her in a back room.”

According to the report, “[s]hortly after the man allegedly raped the woman. A second man entered the room and also raped her.”

The sexual assault remains under investigation, and one individual has apparently been arrested in connection with the incident.

Our Legal Take

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 reported sexual assault 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 nightclub aware of any suspicious activity prior to the incident?
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 incident?

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 victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for her injuries and suffering.

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 her 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 8, 2020

Justice for Family? Sonya Brown, Innocent Bystander, Fatally Injured in Wichita, KS Nightclub Shooting.

by The Murray Law Firm

Sonya Brown, an Innocent Bystander, Fatally Injured in Wichita, KS Nightclub Shooting. (KAKE.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting death 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 early Sunday morning, December 1, 2019 at a Wichita, Kansas nightclub leaving a young teen adult girl dead.

As reported by KAKE.com, “[o]fficers responded at around 3 a.m. Sunday to a shooting at [a] Club south of Central and West Street.”

According to the report, “[i]nvestigators determined there was a disturbance between two ‘male patrons’ at the club when a suspect fired multiple shots, striking [the victim] who was not the shooter’s intended target.”

Per the report, “19-year-old Sonya Brown died of her injuries at a local hospital Sunday night.”

Kansas.com is reporting, “[a suspect] has been booked into the Sedgwick County Jail on suspicion of first-degree murder in the shooting….”

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Nightclub 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was the management aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious persons on property prior to the shooting?
Does the club have a protocol for checking guests for deadly weapons prior to entering into the establishment?
What measures did the club take to deescalate the disturbance and safely remove the parties from the establishment?

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 visitors, the family of Sonya Brown 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 Sonya Brown 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 8, 2020

Security Failure, Justice for Families? Joseph J. Broady, One Other, Fatally Injured in Orlando, FL Nightclub Shooting.

by The Murray Law Firm

Joseph J. Broady, One Other Man Fatally Injured in Orlando, FL Nightclub Shooting. (ClickOrlando.com)

Did negligent security contribute to these shooting deaths and are justice and compensation available to the victims Families? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted early Wednesday morning, January 1, 2020 at an Orlando, Florida nightclub leaving two men dead.

As reported by ClickOrlando.com, “[t]he double fatal shooting happened around 4:30 a.m. at [a club] on Edgewater Drive near Lee Road.”

A 39-year-old man was taken to a hospital, where he later died and another man was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the report, “the men were in a VIP area of the club, which was about to close, when they were shot.”

WESH.com is reporting, “[o]ne of the victims was identified as Joseph J. Broady, 39.”

The investigation is ongoing, an arrest has been made in connection with the shooting.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Nightclub 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was the management aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious persons on property prior to the shooting?
Does the club have a protocol for checking guests for deadly weapons prior to entering into the establishment?

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 visitors, the family of Joseph J. Broady and the family of the other deceased victim 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 Joseph J. Broady and the family of the other deceased victim 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.

Click Here to Find Out How to Choose the Right Attorney

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.

January 7, 2020

Preventable Tragedy? Garyontae Shephard, Dedrick Traylor Fatally Injured in Lubbock, TX Nightclub Shooting.

by The Murray Law Firm

Garyontae Shephard, Dedrick Traylor Fatally Injured in Lubbock, TX Nightclub Shooting. (EverythingLubbock.com)

Did negligent security contribute to these shooting deaths and are justice and compensation available to the victims Families? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted early Wednesday morning, January 1, 2020 at a Lubbock, Texas nightclub leaving a young man and a teen dead.

As reported by EverythingLubbock.com, “[a]t approximately 1:52 a.m. on New Year’s Day, officers responded to a report of shots fired at Level Nightclub, 1928 Buddy Holly Ave.”

According to the report, “[u]pon arrival, officers located the first victim, Garyontae Shephard, 17, in the street in front of the nightclub and Dedrick Traylor, 24, inside the nightclub. Both victims had suffered gunshot wounds and were transported to UMC by EMS where they later died.”

KWTX.com is reporting, “[p]olice say Traylor and the suspect had a physical altercation in the club when the suspect shot him, while Shephard was shot while running from the scene.”

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Nightclub 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 there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was the management aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious persons on property prior to the shooting?
Does the club have a protocol for checking guests for deadly weapons prior to entering into the establishment?

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 visitors, the family of Garyontae Shephard and Dedrick Traylor 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 Garyontae Shephard and Dedrick Traylor 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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January 6, 2020

Lapse in Security? Joseph Fisher Killed in Columbus, OH Shooting.

by The Murray Law Firm

Joseph Fisher Kiled in Columbus, OH Bar Shooting.

Joseph Fisher Killed in Columbus, OH Bar Shooting. (10tv.com)

Could the shooting at a Columbus bar 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 rang out at a Columbus, Ohio bar early Saturday morning, January 4, 2020, leaving one man dead.

As reported by 10tv.com, “[o]fficers were called just before 1:45 a.m. Saturday to…[a] Sports Bar at 3505 Parsons Avenue parking lot after a report of a shooting near Williams Road.”

According to the report, “[w]hen they arrived on the scene, police found Joseph Fisher, 27, lying on the ground suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Fisher was later pronounced dead at 2:23 a.m.”

Dispatch.com is reporting, “[w]itnesses described to police a suspect who had had a ‘minor altercation’ with people inside the bar earlier in the evening and left. Police believe the person returned later with a handgun, shot Fisher and ran away.”

Police are looking for a known suspect and the shooting investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

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Bar patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the bar 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 establishment have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the establishment?
What security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims 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 bar owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, Joseph Fisher’s family 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 Joseph Fisher’s family 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.