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Protestors gathered in July to call for an end to violence and “what they say is the indifference of the property owners at Forest Cove, a troubled apartment complex near the Atlanta federal penitentiary,” according to 11 Alive. In a community with “a long history of violence” it took the unconscionable shooting of a 6-month-old baby to empower and embolden residents all too often silenced in fear.

“Answering a stranger’s questions is a good way to get yourself shot,” a Forest Cove resident told The AJC following a June shooting.

According to WSB-TV 2, the apartment complex “routinely fails inspection by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.” Residents told media “they are frustrated by crime, rodents and broken utilities.”

Apartment Owner Responsibility and Resident Rights

Georgia apartment residents have a right to protect their families and feel safe and secure in their homes. By law, Georgia apartment owners have a responsibility to protect their residents from violent crime, sexual assault, and foreseeable harm.

Victims of Georgia Apartment Assault or Injury: What Are My Legal Options for Justice and Compensation?

As each case and property is unique, victims of apartment crime should speak with an experienced security negligence firm as soon as possible to ensure all evidence, such as surveillance footage or broken lighting, is preserved and their best interests are protected.

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Did negligent security contribute to this Columbus apartment shooting and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

Security measures are under scrutiny after a 26-year-old woman was shot in the back while walking with her two sisters outside a Columbus apartment complex Saturday afternoon, September 29, 2018.

According to The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer, gunfire erupted outside the “Wilson Apartments…near the 316 Building on Seventh Avenue at 32nd Street.” The female victim was transported to “Piedmont Columbus Regional” with injuries. Her identity and current condition have not been released.

The complex has an extensive history of gun violence, according to WRBL and WTVM reports. Prior shooting investigations occurred at the “Wilson Homes Apartments” in July 2018, May 2018, January 2018, March 2017, and April 2013.

Was negligent security a factor in this senseless Columbus apartment shooting? Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victim may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the apartment complex and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

  • What additional security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, fencing, monitored surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were implemented by the apartment complex owner and management following prior media reports of violence in the area?

By law, property owners in Georgia are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm.  Should the facts of this matter reveal that the apartment complex owners failed to provide adequate security, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for her injuries.

The Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict in Georgia.

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 CALL NOW: 706.494.2800. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Could this Chamblee apartment shooting have been prevented, and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Cruz’s family?

33-year-old Isidro Cruz was shot outside his home at the “Heights at Chamblee apartments in the 3000 block of Chamblee Tucker Road” Tuesday morning, September 25, 2018, according to The AJC.

Police told the FOX 5 witnesses “heard an argument followed by a single gunshot.” Mr. Cruz was transported to a local hospital, where he tragically succumbed to fatal injuries.

The complex was apparently under investigation by The Board of Health in February 2018, per CBS 46 reports.

Was negligent security a factor in this senseless Chamblee apartment shooting? Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victim’s family may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the apartment complex and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • How did the gunman gain entry to the complex? What security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, monitored surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Cruz at the time of the shooting?

By law, property owners in Georgia are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm.  Should the facts of this matter reveal that the apartment complex owners failed to provide adequate security, the family of Isidro Cruz may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his wrongful death.

The Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict in Georgia.

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 CALL NOW: 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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