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(Valdosta Daily Times)

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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Could this tragedy have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to Lavonda Finklea’s family?

A violent carjacking outside an Atlanta Burger King reportedly claimed the life of 35-year-old Lavonda Finklea Friday night, July 13, 2018.

According to the AJC, the deadly shooting occurred when “three men attempted to carjack Lavonda Finklea…outside a Burger King in the 2600 block of Metropolitan Parkway.” Tragically, Ms. Finklea succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene.

Family and friends are now mourning the loss of this young mother-of-three. Ms. Finklea’s brother told WSB-TV 2, his sister had recently moved to Atlanta in “pursuit of a better life and stable income.”

Was negligent security a factor in this Atlanta parking lot shooting and could this tragedy have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Ms. Finklea’s family may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Restaurant and parking lot 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 tragedy may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, surveillance cameras and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Ms. Finklea 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 restaurant or parking lot owners failed to provide adequate security, the family of Lavonda Finklea may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

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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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.

While property security and safety is ultimately the responsibility of the complex owner and management, a neighborhood watch empowers residents to reduce crime and protect their families and neighbors.

Valdosta Apartment Complex Neighborhood Watch

The Arbor Trace apartment complex in Valdosta has “seen a range of crimes in recent months, from car burglaries to murder,” according to WCTV reports. Arbor Trace management, residents and local police are now working together “to help cut down on crime.” Organizers hope the program will encourage neighbors to report “suspicious activity” and to “keep an eye out for one another.”

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

As each case and property is unique, victims of violent 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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