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Could this senseless shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Mr. King and Mr. Respress?

Security measures are in question after a Macon apartment shooting left Tyveontae King, 18, and Raymond Respress, 20, injured Friday morning, July 20, 2018.

According to The Macon Telegraph, the shooting occurred shortly before 5 a.m. at the “Majestic Garden Apartments at 2560 Rocky Creek Road.”

Police told WGXA News, Mr. King and Mr. Respress “were returning from an area convenience store and walking into the building when an unknown person drove by and fired several shots from an unknown direction.” Both men suffered gunshot wounds. Their current conditions have not been released.

Was negligent security a factor and could this senseless shooting have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Mr. King and Mr. Respress 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 subject property and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
  • What security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. King and Mr. Respress 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 owner or management failed to provide adequate security, Tyveontae King and Raymond Respress may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their 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: 478.246.1010. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Could this senseless shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Roberson?

Security measures are in question after 27-year-old Roberson Lee was shot and injured at a Macon nightclub Sunday morning, July 8, 2018.

According to The Macon Telegraph, gunfire erupted “at Mystique Touch Lounge on 1715 Shurling Drive,” around 4 a.m. Police told 13 WMAZ “there was an argument at the club and one of the people involved pulled out a pistol and started shooting.” Mr. Lee was transported to the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.

Was negligent security a factor in this Macon nightclub shooting and could this tragedy have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Mr. Lee may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Nightclub patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the subject property and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

  • How did a gun gain entry to the property? What security measures, such as weapons screenings, bright lighting, surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Roberson at the time of the shooting?
  • Were any attempts made by nightclub security or management to de-escalate the initial altercation and safely and separately remove all those involved from the premises, prior to an escalation to gunfire? 

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 nightclub owner or management failed to provide adequate security, Roberson Lee may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his 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: 478.246.1010. Consultations are free and confidential.

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A 5-year-old boy tragically drowned during a pool party at the Quality Inn Sunday evening, July 1, 2018. Police told the Valdosta Daily Times a local family was staying at the “Quality Inn…on West Hill Avenue” for a birthday party. The young boy was discovered  “unresponsive…near the bottom of the pool.” Sadly, emergency responders were unable to revive him.

The heart-breaking loss serves as a grave reminder to Georgia hotel owners and managers to provide a safe and secure pool area, particularly for their youngest guests.

Hotel Water Safety Questions:

  • Is the swimming pool area completely enclosed? If so, is all fencing at least four feet tall with self-closing and self-latching gates? Are there any gaps in the fencing
  • Is a certified life-guard on duty? Has property staff been trained in CPR, first aid and emergency response?
  • Are all pool filters and drains up to date with pressure-venting mechanisms designed to reduce risk of entrapment?
  • Are pool rules and occupancy limits clearly posted? How does property management monitor and enforce these pool rules?
  • Are waters treated and tested daily in accordance with health codes?

Victims of Hotel Swimming Pool Safety Negligence: Know Your Rights

By law, Georgia hotel owners are required to protect all guests legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should they fail in this critical responsibility, the property owner may be held civilly liable for any injuries or deaths which occur as a consequence.

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