NEGLIGENT SECURITY LIABILITY LAWYERS
When you are a proprietor, you are required to keep your property safe for anyone who comes onto it, and this may require owners to provide adequate security. The property owner may be held liable for any injuries that were sustained, if having insufficient security caused someone to become injured.
Every state differs in their laws regarding premises liability, but usually, most states conduct a balance test which can figure out if there were sufficient security measures when the incident occurred. Serious crimes can occur, including assaults, physical attacks, sexual assaults, abductions, muggings and stabbings if there is inadequate security.
Negligence on a property includes:
- Failing to properly assess employees and visitors
- Failing to secure entryways
- Lack of security guards
- Having negligent security guards on duty
- Poorly lit lighting
- Not having security cameras
- Open gates or loading docks
Chicago Premises Liability Lawyers
In premises liability cases, the plaintiff needs to prove that:
- The property owner had an opportunity take safety precautions
- The property owner did not protect people from injury
- The property owner was legally required to protect people from criminal activity
- The property owner knew or should have known the possibility that harm could occur
Since there are many complex nuances surrounding premises liability cases, it is crucial to consult with one of our experienced negligent security premises liability lawyers to assist you with your case.
