Georgia Legal Report

January 14, 2020

Justice Available? Maria A. Pineda-Chacon Injured in Cobb County Car Accident.

By The Murray Law Firm

Maria A. Pineda-Chacon Injured in Cobb County Car Accident. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Cobb County News

A motor vehicle accident in Cobb County, Georgia Sunday afternoon, January 12, 2020, injured multiple people.

As reported by Patch.com, the accident happened “on Powder Springs Road at Kimberly Drive on Sunday.”

According to the report, “[a driver] was driving south on Powder Springs Road at a high speed when he lost control of the Chevrolet Corvette around 3 p.m….[t]he driver crossed into the northbound lanes. The Chevrolet collided with a silver 2011 Toyota RAV4.”

Per the report, “Maria A. Pineda-Chacon, 49, of Marietta was behind the wheel. She was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.”

The driver of the Chevrolet Corvette was also taken to the hospital.

The collision remains under investigation.

Our Legal Take

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As the details of this accident continue to develop, Maria A. Pineda-Chacon may elect to file civil claims seeking substantial compensation for her injuries. The Murray Law Firm has had extensive and successful experience representing victims of motor vehicle claims in Georgia, and the legal team at the firm suggests that Maria A. Pineda-Chacon should retain a law firm without delay to protect her interests and ensure an unbiased investigation and the preservation of any and all evidence. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before this evidence is damaged or destroyed.

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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.

January 13, 2020

Negligent Security? EJ Knight Apartments Shooting, Columbus, GA, Leaves One Injured.

By The Murray Law Firm

EJ Knight Apartments Shooting in Columbus, GA Leaves One Person Injured. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at a Columbus apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire rang out at a Columbus, Georgia apartment complex Thursday night, January 9, 2019, leaving one person injured.

As reported by WRBL.com, “[o]fficers responded to a shooting call in the EJ Knight Apartments in the 3800 block of Baker Plaza Drive.”

According to the report, “while they were on their way there, officers conducted a traffic stop on a white SUV traveling at a high rate of speed with the emergency flashers activated.”

WTVM.com is reporting, “[t]he victim of the shooting was inside of the vehicle. The victim was taken to Piedmont Columbus Regional where he is listed in stable condition.”

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Residents and guests of apartment complexes have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the apartment complex 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 there been prior incidents of violence on the property, and, if so, were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was the complex aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious people on property prior to the shooting?

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 apartment complex owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for his injuries.

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 victim retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect his interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 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 in Atlanta 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.

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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.

January 13, 2020

Security Negligence? Atlanta KFC Taco Bell Parking Lot Shooting, Adamsville, Leaves Two Injured.

By The Murray Law Firm

Atlanta Fast-Food Restaurant Parking Lot Shooting Leaves Two People Injured. (WSBtv.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting at an Atlanta fast food restaurant and are justice and compensation available to the victims? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted outside an Atlanta, Georgia fast food restaurant Sunday night, January 12, 2020, leaving two people injured.

As reported by 11Alive.com, “[t]he shooting happened at 3604 Bakers Ferry Road in the heart of the city’s Adamsville neighborhood.”

According to the report, “upon arriving at the scene in response to a “person shot” call, [police] found the two victims.”

WSBtv.com is reporting, “[p]olice found a man who had been shot in the head and a woman who was shot in the leg. Both were taken to Grady Memorial Hospital.”

According to the report, “the couple was in a car when two men walked up and shot into the car multiple times.”

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Restaurant patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the restaurant 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:

What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near the the property, and, if so, were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
Was the restaurant aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious people on property prior to the shooting?

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 residents and visitors, the victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their injuries.

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 victims retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 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 404.842.1600. 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.