Georgia Legal Report

June 6, 2023

Fredrick Lamar Scott Jr.: Justice for Family? Fatally Injured in Eatonton, GA Gas Station Shooting.

Fredrick Lamar Scott Jr.: Justice for Family? Fatally Injured in Eatonton, GA Gas Station Shooting. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this Eatonton gas station shooting 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

A man was shot at an Eatonton, Georgia gas station late Sunday afternoon, June 4, 2023.

As reported by 13WMAZ.com, “[t]he shooting happened on Sunday at 5 p.m. at the [gas station] located at 204 East Sumter Street.”

WGXA.tv is reporting, “33-year-old Frederick Lamar Scott Jr. was killed after being shot at the gas station.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? 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.

Gas Station and convenience store patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. 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?
- Prior incidents on or near property may establish that a property owner or manager may have been aware of a potential danger.
Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
- Suspicious activity in the moments before a shooting may identify an imminent danger to individuals on a property.
Were any security personnel at the property?
- The presence of security personnel may prove effective in deterring a shooting.
Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
- Measures taken by a property owner or manager subsequent to a shooting can provide relevant information.
What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
- A calibrated security protocol is a useful measure to protect those legally on a premises.
Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?
- The presence of law enforcement at property prior to a shooting may indicate that a property owner or manager was aware of potential dangers on the premisses.

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 guests and visitors, the family of Frederick Lamar Scott Jr. 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 Frederick Lamar Scott Jr. retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $125 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.

June 6, 2023

Dontavius Hardeman: Justice for Family? Fatally Injured in Conyers, GA Motel Shooting.

By The Murray Law Firm

Dontavius Hardeman: Justice for Family? Fatally Injured in Conyers, GA Motel Shooting. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this Conyers motel 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

A man was shot and killed outside a Conyers, GA motel Sunday morning, June 4, 2023.

As reported by 11Alive.com, “Conyers Police are investigating after they found a man who had been shot and killed inside his pick-up truck at an extended-stay hotel Sunday morning. Around 6:20 a.m., officers were called to Intown Suites at 1125 Northlake Drive for a suspicious vehicle.”

Fox5Atlanta.com is reporting, “33-year-old Dontavius Hardeman was found shot multiple times in a pickup truck around 6 a.m. Sunday.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE

Motel guests and visitors have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the motel 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?
Were any security personnel at the property?
Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
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?

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 motel owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its guests and visitors, the family of Dontavius Hardeman 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 Dontavius Hardemany retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $125 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 $125 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.

Choosing the Right Attorney (Click Here)

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.

June 2, 2023

Jordon Gaynor: Security Negligence? Fatally Injured in Augusta, GA Gas Station Shooting.

By The Murray Law Firm

Jordon Gaynor: Security Negligence? Fatally Injured in Augusta, GA Gas Station Shooting. (WRDW.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this Augusta gas station shooting 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

A teen was shot at an Augusta, Georgia gas station Thursday afternoon, June 1, 2023.

As reported by WFXG.com, “[t]he Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting of a 15-year-old at the [gas station] on Windsor Spring Road. Deputies say the call came in at 4:14 p.m. Thursday in reference to a shooting.”

According to the report, “[o]nce on the scene, RCSO says it found the victim who had been shot at least once.”

AugustaChronicle.com is reporting, “Jordon Gaynor, 15, of Augusta, was fatally shot Thursday…Richmond County Coroner pronounced Gaynor dead at 6:10 p.m.”

According to WRDW.com, “[this] was the second fatal shooting in the past year at the [gas station].”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? 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.

Gas Station and convenience store patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. 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?
- Prior incidents on or near property may establish that a property owner or manager may have been aware of a potential danger.
Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
- Suspicious activity in the moments before a shooting may identify an imminent danger to individuals on a property.
Were any security personnel at the property?
- The presence of security personnel may prove effective in deterring a shooting.
Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
- Measures taken by a property owner or manager subsequent to a shooting can provide relevant information.
What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
- A calibrated security protocol is a useful measure to protect those legally on a premises.
Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?
- The presence of law enforcement at property prior to a shooting may indicate that a property owner or manager was aware of potential dangers on the premisses.

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 guests and visitors, the family of Jordon Gaynor 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 Jordon Gaynor retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $125 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 706-494-2800. Consultations are free and confidential.

Choosing the Right Attorney (Click Here)

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.