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Arrive Perimeter Apartments Shooting Leaves 1 Man Dead.

Dunwoody Apartment Complex Shooting Leaves 1 Man Dead. (WSBtv.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting death at a Dunwoody apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

DUNWOODY NEWS

A man was shot to death at a Dunwoody apartment complex on the morning of April 8, 2019.  According to ReporterNewspapers.net, “police received multiple 911 calls around 5:20 a.m….at the Arrive Perimeter apartments. On arrival, police found an unidentified man, suffering a gunshot wound, in the complex’s parking deck.” That victim was later pronounced deceased according to the news report.  WSBtv.com talked with neighbors of the complex, and one neighbor in the next building over who said “the gunshots echoed and were so loud that they woke her up.”  Another neighbor heard the gunshots, “it was rapid fire and there were more than just three.”

The investigation is ongoing according to the media outlets.

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.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property?
  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, gated-entry, fencing, monitored surveillance cameras, and visible security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
  • How was the suspect able to gain access to the parking gargage?

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 apartment complex owner failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the deceased victim’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss. 

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.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record 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 404.842.1600. 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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Alleged Attempted Robbery at Seven Courts Apartments Leaves 1 Dead and 1 Injured.

Alleged Attempted Robbery at the Seven Courts Apartments in Southwest Atlanta Apartment Complex Leaves 1 Dead and 1 Injured. (WSBtv.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting death at a Southwest Atlanta apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victims?

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted at an Atlanta, Georgia apartment complex Saturday, April 6, 2019, leaving one man dead and another injured.  According to WSBtv.com, “[t]he shooting happened on the 2800 block of Martin Luther King Drive at the Seven Courts Apartments.”  When police arrived they found “two men in their late 20s or early 30s at the location with multiple gunshot wounds. Both were taken to hospitals, where one died.”  11Alive.com is reporting that “[p]olice say the shooting stemmed from an armed robbery and said they had taken several witnesses in for interviews.”

No suspects have been identified and the investigation is ongoing according to the media reports.

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 security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting?
  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property?
  • How was the suspect able to gain access on to the property?

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 apartment complex 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 their loss.  In addition, any other victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.

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 as well as any other victims retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record 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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Woman Dead After Fire at Condemned Candler Square Apartments.

Woman Dead After Fire at Condemned Gainesville Apartment Building. (11Alive.com)

Could the death from this apartment fire have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to victim’s family?

Local News

An early morning fire engulfed a Gainesville, Georgia apartment building Monday morning, March 25, 2019. According to AccessWDUN.com, “[a]n elderly woman was killed in a fire at Candler Square Apartments early Monday morning.” The news story reports, “Gainesville Fire crews responded to the scene around 4:30 a.m. and found heavy smoke and fire showing from the building, which was condemned due to being unfit for human occupancy.” 11Alive.com is reporting, “Once the fire was put out, crews found a woman during a secondary search…there were a lot of items throughout the house that hindered fire operations and access.”

The fire is still under investigation according to the media outlets.

Our Legal Take

As the fire department continues its investigation, premises liability attorneys with The Murray Law Firm question whether a lack of fire safety measures at the complex may have contributed to this incident.

  • How was the victim able to reside in a condemned property?
  • Was the condemned properly secured to prevent entry prior to the fire?
  • What fire safety measures, such as working smoke detectors, fire sprinklers and emergency exits, were in place and working at the time of the fire?

As details of this fire continue to emerge, The Murray Law Firm suggests that it is possible that the apartment complex failed to undertake proper safety measures to protect those residents and guests legally on the premises. Under certain State law, the owner and management company of an apartment complex have a duty to protect residents and to keep the premises safe. If the owner or manager fails in this duty, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries or wrongful deaths that occur as a consequence.  Should the Gainesville apartment complex be found at fault, the victim’s family may elect to hold the owner and management company civilly liable for their loss. Financial recovery for such a claim could be substantial.

As insurance companies and unscrupulous property owners are often more concerned with limiting their financial exposure in these incidents, it is crucial that the victim’s family retain an experienced premises liability firm as soon as possible to ensure all evidence, such as a faulty fire alarm or a poor evacuation plan, is preserved and the victims’ best interests are protected. The Murray Law Firm has extensive experience in premises liability and apartment negligence cases, such as this, and we offer our legal expertise, if needed.

If anyone has information to share, or if anyone is seeking information regarding this incident, please contact us at 888.842.1616.

Our Results

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars for its Clients, and recently secured a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.

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: 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.