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Could This Decatur Shooting Have Been Prevented and Is Justice Available to the Victim?

A 34-year-old woman was reportedly shot and injured outside an Atlanta liquor store Monday night, April 9, 2018.

According to the AJC, gunfire occurred “outside a Flat Shoals Road liquor store” shortly before 11:30 p.m. The victim was” transported from Eddie’s Package Store to the hospital Monday night, but was expected to survive” according to the news story.  Per a Decatur Patch report, police are still searching for the gunman who apparently fled “in a white truck.”

Was negligent security on the part of the owner or manager of this property a factor in this shooting and could this incident have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victim may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Business 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 property where this shooting occurred, and whether the incident may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near the property where this shooting occurred? What security measures, such as bright lighting, surveillance cameras and security patrols, were in place to protect the victim and deter crime 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 package store owner or management failed to provide adequate security, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for her 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 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Could This Newnan Apartment Shooting Have Been Prevented, and Is Justice Available to the Family?

Gunfire erupted outside an Octavia Place apartment Wednesday night, April 4, 2018, reportedly claiming the life of 44-year-old Adrian Cantrell Sheffield.

According to The Newnan Times-Herald, an argument escalated to gunfire “outside 19 Octavia Place in a courtyard area,” shortly before 10 p.m. Tragically, Mr. Sheffield succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene. Police have since made an arrest in connection with the shooting, per AJC reports.

Was negligent security on the part of the owner or manager of this property a factor in this tragic shooting, and could this incident have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Adrian Cantrell Sheffield’s family 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 apartment complex and whether this shooting may have been prevented.

  • What security measures, such as gated-entry, fencing, bright lighting, security patrols, and surveillance cameras, were in place to protect Mr. Sheffield and deter crime 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, the family of Adrian Cantrell Sheffield 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 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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(Georgia Gas Station Shooting, 11 Alive)

Gas stations are often targets for criminal activity due to (frequently) late hours of operation, accessibility to major roadways, and vulnerable patrons.

The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) warns, “the unique setting allows thieves to catch their victims by complete surprise — when they are pumping gas or paying their tab inside the station.”

Given these risks, gas station owners and managers must take steps to protect patrons and deter any foreseeable crime.

Gas Station Owners and Managers: Safety Checklist

  • Has there been prior criminal activity on or near property? If so, what additional security measures could be implemented to reduce such crime on property in the future?
  • Are all security features, such as lighting, fencing and surveillance cameras, in place and working?
  • Is the gas station properly staffed with enough employees to both assist patrons and monitor the property?
  • Is a security guard or off-duty police officer visibly stationed on the premises?
  • Does the gas station provide bright lighting at all service areas?
  • Are the gas pumps, air pressure tanks, and other service areas clearly visible to gas station employees?
  • Do employees utilize a bulletproof pass-through window for late-night cash transactions?

Victims of Gas Station Violence: Know Your Rights

Gas station patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises of the establishment they are visiting. By law, Georgia property owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm.

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