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Could this Atlanta gas station shooting have been prevented?

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Elliot Jacoby Johnson, 26, tragically was shot and killed at an Atlanta gas station Tuesday morning, March 2, 2018, while reportedly assisting friends in need.

Per reporting from the AJC, the young “father…was gunned down while helping friends change a tire at a south Fulton County gas station” at about “3 a.m. Tuesday.”  Channel 2 news reports that “[s]urveillance footage captured the deadly shooting and…police are now looking for [5 people].”  Sadly, Mr. Johnson leaves behind a young daughter according both news outlets.

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

Our Legal Take

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

  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, security patrols, and other safety measures were in place to protect Mr. Johnson 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 property owner or management failed to provide adequate security, the family of Mr. Johnson may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict for one of our Georgia Clients in Fulton County State Court.

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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Hotel and motel guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. By law, Georgia hotel owners have a responsibility to protect their guests from violent crime, sexual assault, and foreseeable harm. Should a hotel owner fail to provide adequate security or safety measures to protect their guests, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries or wrongful deaths which occur as a consequence.

Hotel Crime Prevention

Violent hotel crimes may occur inside the hotel, in the hotel parking lot, or on hotel grounds. Implementing proper safety and security measures in all of these areas may help protect guests from injury and deter crime, such as rape, robbery and assault. Hotel security measures may include:

  • Bright lighting on hotel grounds, in hotel parking lots, and in all hotel common areas.
  • Access controls to property and rooms, including guest screening, fencing, gated-entry, ID-controlled entry, deadbolts, steel frame doors, and guest room door viewers.
  • Adequate staffing and surveillance cameras to monitor hotel, parking lots, grounds, amenities, and guest entrances.
  • Liaise with local law enforcement to maintain awareness of community crime and implement additional security precautions, as needed.
  • Continuous maintenance, updating and replacement of all security features.

Additionally, should the hotel have a history of crime, either on property or nearby, the owner and manager should work with local law enforcement to introduce additional security precautions to help prevent future crime.

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

As each case and property is unique, victims of hotel 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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Did negligent security contribute to this Atlanta gas station shooting?

Local News

Gunfire erupted outside an Atlanta gas station Sunday night, March 4, 2018, reportedly leaving several injured.

According to the AJC, “officers responded just before 8 p.m. to a…gas station in the 1600 block of Lakewood Avenue.” A 33-year-old man was discovered at the scene and transported to Grady Memorial “with a gunshot wound to the head.” A second victim was apparently discovered seeking help “in a car about a half mile away.” He was also transported to Grady with gunshot wounds. Finally, the AJC investigation reveals a driver “fleeing the scene at the…gas station” was involved in a crash with another vehicle. It is unclear whether either driver was injured in the crash.

A prior shooting occurred “near the same gas station” the night before, per WSB-TV 2 reports.

Did negligent security contribute to this senseless shooting? We represent individuals and families in Georgia who have suffered a tragic loss or injury as a consequence of negligent property security, and we have recovered tens of millions of dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take to find out if the victims may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia, or call now for a free consultation with out legal team: 404.842.1600.

Our Legal Take

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

  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, surveillance cameras, clear windows, and security patrols, were in place to protect patrons 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 gas station owner or management failed to provide adequate security, the victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.

Based upon its long, extensive, and successful experience in handling negligent security cases against property owners in the State of Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed.

We Fight for Victims of Property Security Negligence in Georgia…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict for one of our Georgia Clients in Fulton County State Court.

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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