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When an airport does not have reasonable security in place, and a crime occurs, the victim can pursue compensation from the airport. Airport owners have a legal duty to ensure guests are reasonably protected from crime. When airports fail to use reasonable security measures, assault, battery, sexual assault, and other injuries can occur. The risk of crime and injurious accidents is always constant at airports. When airport owners fail to do so, they can be held liable for the victim’s resulting damages.
Due to ongoing airport threats, airport security measures have been adopted and increased drastically. Even with these new regulations protecting travelers, oversights and security breaches continue to occur, putting innocent people at risk. Suppose you have been injured in an airport parking lot, airport terminal, or another area due to the airport’s negligent security. In that case, you may be able to hold the airport financially responsible for your injuries.
Yes, negligent security laws apply to public and privately owned property. In certain situations, victims of a crime that occurred on public property can pursue compensation from the government entity that owns the property. Generally, additional rules apply when bringing a claim against a government entity.
You may need to inform the government that you intend to pursue a claim within 90 days of the incident that led to your injury. If a crime at an airport has caused you injuries, it is important that you reach out to a skilled personal injury attorney as soon as possible, so you do not miss your opportunity to recover the compensation you need and deserve.
Breaches in security procedures, negligent hiring, negligent maintenance, and failure to adhere to safety procedures can result in the following security breaches:
A negligent security claim can arise when a business owner fails to have reasonable security on their premises, and that lack of security results in a crime. Airport owners have a legal duty to protect guests and customers from crimes. When a crime, such as a robbery or assault, occurs because of a lack of reasonable security, victims may be able to bring a lawsuit against the property owner for damages or injuries. There are three main elements victims of negligent security need to prove:
When violent crimes occur in airports or the surrounding areas due to negligent security, the injuries victims suffer can be devastating. Injuries can leave victims emotionally traumatized or permanently disabled, forcing them to incur significant economic costs. Victims of negligent security incidents face seemingly insurmountable expenses, such as medical bills, rehabilitative therapy, and lost wages due to disability. Pursuing a negligent security lawsuit allows victims to recover all expenses associated with negligent airport security. Some of the injuries that victims may suffer include the following:
The injuries suffered by victims of crimes are not all physical. Many victims suffer lifelong psychological effects from being the victim of a serious crime, such as:
Attorney James Rice has the resources and experience necessary to determine all of your damages accurately. He will work with financial and medical experts to account for all of your current and future medical expenses before he begins aggressively negotiating for the compensation you deserve.
All personal injury claims, including negligent security claims, have a statute of limitations. It is important that you discuss your case with an attorney as soon as possible after the injury occurs. Gathering evidence takes time, and your attorney will need to interview witnesses, obtain police reports, and obtain any photographic or video evidence. After receiving medical treatment, we recommend reaching out to an attorney.
Airports have a legal duty to provide employees and customers with adequate security. They must protect the public who are on the premises of the airport. If you or your loved one has been injured due to negligent security, we recommend contacting an attorney as soon as possible.
James Rice will work diligently to pursue total and fair compensation for your injuries and damages. He will ensure that the airport takes adequate safety measures to protect others. You have limited time to file a claim for negligent security, so the sooner you reach out to an attorney, the better. Contact James Rice today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about your legal rights and options.
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