Antwan Fuller Killed, Matthew Davis, Mia Sanders Injured in Macon Townhouse Complex Shooting.

Antwan Fuller Killed, Matthew Davis, Mia Sanders Injured in Macon Townhouse Complex Shooting. (13WMAZ.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting death and injuries at a Macon apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family?  Read ‘Our Legal Take’ below to find out what legal options are available.

MACON NEWS

Gunfire erupted at a Macon, Georgia apartment complex late Wednesday night, June 26, 2019, leaving one young man dead, and two other people injured.  According to 13WMAZ.com, “the shooting happened just before midnight at [an apartment complex] on Log Cabin Drive.”  Macon.com is reporting, “Antwan Fuller, 20, was pronounced dead at the scene…Matthew Davis, 27, was taken to the Medical Center, Navicent Health, and was listed in critical condition. Mia Sanders, 34, was listed in stable condition at the hospital.”  Media reports indicate no suspects have been identified and the investigation is ongoing.  

41NBC.com reported on a shooting incident in this area in April 2017 and WGXA.tv reported on a shooting incident in April 2018.

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 Antwan Fuller, Matthew Davis, Mia Sanders, and others at the time of the shooting?
  • Was the complex aware of any suspicious activity or suspicious people on property prior to the shooting?
  • How was the suspect able to gain access to the property?

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, Antwan Fuller’s  family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.  In addition, Matthew Davis and Mia Sanders 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 Antwan Fuller’s family as well as Matthew Davis and Mia Sanders 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 478.246.1010. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Ashton Creek Apartments Shooting Leaves One Person Dead and One Injured.

Ashton Creek Apartments Shooting Leaves One Person Dead and One Injured. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

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

GWINNETT COUNTY NEWS

Gunfire erupted at a Gwinnett County, Georgia apartment complex Monday evening, June 24, 2019, leaving one person dead and one person injured.  As reported by 11Alive.com, “[o]ne man was shot dead and another was wounded in the parking lot of [the] apartment complex….”  According to AJC.com, “[t]he shooting took place at the Ashton Creek Apartments” and, per Gwinnett DailyPost.com, “[t]he injured male…indicated to officers that he was shot at Ashton Creek Apartments.”

An 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:

  • What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victims and others at the time of the shooting?
  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property, and were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
  • Was the complex aware of any disturbances or suspicious activity prior to the shooting?
  • How was the suspect or suspects able to gain access to the complex?

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‘s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss. In addition, the injured victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their injures.

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‘s family and any injured 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.

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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.

Danger Construction Area

3 Construction Workers Injured in Crane Collapse at Savannah Construction Site. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Was safety negligence or an equipment malfunction a factor in this construction crane accident and could it have been prevented?  Read ‘Our Legal Take’ below to find out if the victims may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation.

Savannah News

A construction crane collapse at a Savannah, Georgia construction site left three workers injured Sunday, June 23, 2019.  According to Fox28Media.com, “Chatham EMS was called to the scene around 2 p.m. to the 400 block of River Street.”  Per the report, “the construction workers were hanging something up using the crane, and the rigging came undone, causing the collapse.”  Three construction workers were taken to Memorial Hospital, two with serious injuries, one with minor injuries.

No other injuries were reported, the collapse remains under investigation.

Our Legal Take

The use of cranes is vital in modern construction, but there are many dangers associated with their operation. The Murray Law Firm questions the safety measures implemented by the owner and operator of the crane, and whether this tragic incident may have been prevented. Relevant factual and legal inquires include, but are not limited to:

  • Was the crane installed properly?
  • Was the crane up to date on certifications? 
  • Were operating functions checked daily to ensure that everything is working properly and that there are no defects or cracks in the support members?
  • Were any attempts made to service, repair, or replace the crane prior to the incident?
  • Was the crane being operated in a proper safe manner?

Generally, crane owners and operators are required to install and utilize the equipment in a non-negligent manner. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the crane owner or operator failed to provide adequate safety measures to protect individuals from foreseeable harm, or failed to operate the crane safely, the victims of this incident may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.  Under Georgia Workers’ Compensation laws, our legal team suggests that the victims will also most likely be entitled to significant compensation as a result of this accident. While the victims should be eligible for benefits under Georgia’s workers compensation laws, they may also hold a third-party civil claim against the designer or manufacturer of the crane that collapsed. Because this potential products liability claim is dependent on the facts surrounding the incident, it is imperative that an experienced attorney be retained without delay so as to ensure that all evidence connected to the accident is preserved.

OUR RESULTS: OVER $100 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS

The Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for individuals who have been hurt, or families whose loved one has been killed, in a work accident. We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including a $29.25 million dollar verdict for the family of a worker who lost his life at 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 912.385.9690. 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.