Along with slip and fall cases, negligent security issues relate to the area of law known as premises liability. Owners and operators of various types of property, including apartments, buildings, and shopping malls, have a duty ensure that persons on their premises are not victimized by foreseeable crimes. If a property owner fails to provide adequate security and a crime such as rape, robbery, or assault results, he or she may be held liable for damages.

The most common situation handled by Weiser & Associates’ negligent security lawyers is the hotel guest, mall shopper, office building worker, or student who is victimized by a perpetrator taking advantage of the inadequate security on the premises. Often, proper security equipment, personnel, or surveillance, when the landowner knew or should have known of the potential for criminal conduct, could have prevented the crime.

If you have sustained a serious injury that you believe was the result of a property’s insufficient security, you may be entitled to monetary damages for your current and future medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Contact our negligent security lawyers if you live in Brooklyn, Staten Island, the Bronx, or a surrounding area and would like to schedule a free consultation regarding your rights.