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Could the senseless shooting of this young Columbus man have been prevented?

Security measures are in question after a shooting at the Elizabeth Canty Apartments left 19-year-old Tobias Ross critically injured Tuesday, June 6, 2018, per News 3 reports.

Concerned residents told WTVM, “shootings happen all too often in the complex.” There was apparently additional recent shootings at the complex, according to the report. The WTVM investigation reveals a 12-year-old boy was shot and injured in March 2018 and a 25-year-old man was shot in July 2017.

Was negligent security a factor in this senseless Columbus apartment shooting and could this tragedy have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Mr. Ross 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.

  • What additional security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were implemented by the apartment complex owner to deter crime and protect residents following media reports of prior criminal activity on property?

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, Tobias Ross 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 706.494.2800. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Could this senseless Atlanta apartment shooting have been prevented, and are justice and compensation available to the young victims?

Three Atlanta teens, ages 19, 15 and 14, were hospitalized after gunfire reportedly erupted outside an Atlanta apartment complex Tuesday morning, June 12, 2018.

According to The AJC, “Atlanta police were called to the Providence at Cascade Apartments around 12:30 a.m. They found a 19-year-old man shot in the hip and the 14-year-old shot in the lower back.” A third victim, 15, was transported to the hospital by family with multiple gunshot wounds. Their current conditions have not been released.

A resident apparently told WSB-TV 2, “she was outside on her front steps when she saw a car pull in, then heard 20 or more gunshots. She said they started near a gazebo in the complex where the teenagers were hanging out, then spilled out into the parking lot.”

Was negligent security a factor in this senseless Atlanta apartment shooting and could this incident 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 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 the young victims 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 young victims and their families 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 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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ElderlyWaterTherapy-300x200As the summer season ushers in warmer temperatures, it is crucial for assisted living community and adult day center staff to review heat stress prevention plans. Additionally, family members should check with administration to be sure their loved ones will have constant access to air conditioning, shade, water, and appropriate clothing, particularly elderly residents with limited mobility.

The CDC warns, “People aged 65 years or older are more prone to heat-related health problems.” They urge older adults and their caregivers to stay safe in the heat with these tips:

Why are older adults more prone to heat stress?

  • Older adults do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature.
  • They are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that changes normal body responses to heat.
  • They are more likely to take prescription medicines that affect the body’s ability to control its temperature or sweat.

Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated

  • Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible.
  • Do not rely on a fan as your main cooling source when it’s really hot outside.
  • Drink more water than usual and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
    • If your doctor limits the amount of fluids you drink or has you on water pills, ask them how much you should drink during hot weather.
  • Don’t use the stove or oven to cook—it will make you and your house hotter.
  • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
  • Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
  • Do not engage in very strenuous activities and get plenty of rest.
  • Check on a friend or neighbor and have someone do the same for you.

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