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Francisco David Escatell Killed in Seattle, WA Nightclub Shooting.

Francisco David Escatell Killed in Seattle, WA Nightclub Shooting. (SeattleTimes.com)

Francisco David Escatell: Seattle, WA Nightclub Shooting. Preventable Tragedy?

The recent shooting at a Seattle nightclub raises serious questions about negligent security and potential legal claims for the victim.  Our firm has over 25 years of experience representing victims of security failures across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $250 million dollars for our Clients.  Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Seattle, WA News

Gunfire rang out at a Seattle, WA nightclub early Saturday morning, August 17, 2024, leaving one man dead.

As reported by KING5.com, “Seattle police are investigating after one person was shot and killed inside a SODO nightclub early Saturday morning. The Seattle Police Department (SPD) said officers first responded to reports of a shooting just after 3 a.m. in the 1900 block of 1st Avenue South.”

According to the report, “[p]olice said the victim was shot inside a nightclub in the area by an unknown suspect who fled the scene. They said there was a delay between the time of the shooting and when it was reported to 911. Patrons of the nightclub had left before officers arrived on the scene.”

According to KOMOnews.com, “[t]he family of Francisco David Escatell, the victim in Saturday’s deadly nightclub shooting in SODO, is remembering the young man who was ‘taken too soon.'”

SeattleTimes.com is reporting, “[Francisco David Escatell] was taken to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition with a gunshot wound to his belly. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.”

The shooting remains under investigation.

Potential Legal Claims for family of Francisco David Escatell? Read Below for Information.

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 property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.

The following list questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

  1. Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property?
  2. Was there security personnel at the property?
  3. Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
  4. Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?
  5. Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?
  6. Does the property owner or management have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the establishment?

Property owners and managers 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, or engaged in the negligent retention of its security personnel, the family of Francisco David Escatell 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 and investigation 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 Francisco David Escatell retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

Successful Legal Outcomes in Similar Cases.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $250 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 $250 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.

Nightclub Shooting on First Avenue South in Seattle, WA Leaves One Man Dead.

Nightclub Shooting on First Avenue South in Seattle, WA Leaves One Man Dead. (SeattleTimes.com)

Could the shooting at a Seattle nightclub have been prevented 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 $250 million dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Seattle, WA News

Gunfire rang out at a Seattle, WA nightclub early Saturday morning, August 17, 2024, leaving one man dead.

As reported by KING5.com, “Seattle police are investigating after one person was shot and killed inside a SODO nightclub early Saturday morning. The Seattle Police Department (SPD) said officers first responded to reports of a shooting just after 3 a.m. in the 1900 block of 1st Avenue South.”

According to the report, “[p]olice said the victim was shot inside a nightclub in the area by an unknown suspect who fled the scene. They said there was a delay between the time of the shooting and when it was reported to 911. Patrons of the nightclub had left before officers arrived on the scene.”

SeattleTimes.com is reporting, “[the victim] was taken to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition with a gunshot wound to his belly. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.”

The shooting remains under investigation.

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.

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 prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property?
  • Was there 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?
  • Does the property owner or management have a protocol to check guests for deadly weapons prior to entering the establishment?

Property owners and managers 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, or engaged in the negligent retention of its security personnel, the family of the 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 and investigation 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 retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $250 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 $250 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.

Seattle, WA Nightclub Shooting Leaves One Person Injured.

Seattle, WA Nightclub Shooting Leaves One Person Injured. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Could the shooting at a Seattle 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

Gunfire rang out at a Seattle, Washington nightclub early Sunday morning, September 26, 2021, leaving one person injured.

As reported by KomoNews.com, “[o]fficers…were monitoring a large crowd in the 100 block of Occidental Avenue just before 2 a.m. when they heard gunshots inside the nightclub.”

KING5.com is reporting, “[o]fficers saw people flooding out of the nightclub and pointing towards a man…[t]he man was taken into custody without incident immediately.”

According to the report, “[o]fficers entered the club and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. They provided first-aid until the Seattle Fire Department arrived and took the victim to Harborview Medical Center.”

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 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 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 property 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 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 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.

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(The Seattle Times)

Did negligent security contribute to this tragic loss of life?

Local News

The state has allegedly suspended a South Seattle nightclub’s liquor license following their investigation into a fatal shooting on February 11, 2018.

According to The Seattle Times, the Washington State Liquor Control and Cannabis Board issued a “180 day license suspension for Studio Seven,” following the deadly shooting. The board apparently released the following statement to media:

“It is the responsibility of Studio Seven to control their premises at all times, including keeping firearms out of restricted areas, to ensure public safety….The licensee had been counseled on previous occasions that insufficient security posed a serious threat to the safety of their customers.”

KOMO News reports, “on the morning of the shooting, at 1:10 a.m. Feb. 11, the club at 110 S. Horton Street had allowed a performer’s private security detail to control who came in and out of the back door. The victim was shot and killed in the area where the club had relinquished its control.”

Did negligent security contribute to this Seattle nightclub shooting? We represent individuals and families who have suffered a tragic loss or injury as a consequence of negligent property security. Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victim’s family may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Washington, or call now for a free consultation with our legal team: 888.842.1616.

Our Legal Take

Nightclub patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided on the property and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • How did a gun gain entry to the property? Where was nightclub management and security at the time of the shooting?
  • What security measures, such as weapons screenings, bag checks, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to protect patrons and deter crime?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the nightclub owner failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his wrongful death.

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victim’s family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Property Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and recently obtained 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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