Tampa Security Negligence

Security negligence, also referred to as inadequate security, is a legal area that falls under premises liability law.  According to the law, security negligence occurs when property owners, such as retail store owners, fail to implement security measure to protect the safety and well-being of people who are frequenting their property.  The law clearly states that all property owners are negligent if they do not address hazardous conditions and situations and implement proper protective measures.

Unfortunately, many property owners behave negligently, which places the general public at great risk.  One of the ways in which property owners do not exercise sufficient caution and care is by not proving people with adequate and reliable security.  Every year, people report that they have been injured in store parking lots, garages, elevators, and dressing rooms due to inadequate security.  When this happens, the store or property owner can be held liable

For example, if a person is in a store parking lot and he/she is attacked by another person, and the store does not have sufficient security cameras or people to counteract the attack, the property/store owner may be held liable if the person is seriously injured.  

In the state of Florida, all landowners (including retail store owners) are responsible for ensuring that their property is free from threatening conditions, and for making sure that the general public is aware of any dangerous conditions that may exist.  If a landowner fails to maintain his/her property and prevent hazardous conditions, and another person is injured while on his/her property, he/she may have to pay damages to the injured party.  Damages may cover things like the person’s:  medical expenses, physical injuries, lost wages, potential lost income, lost quality of life, and pain and suffering. 

Tampa Security Negligence Attorney
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If you have been injured as a result of security negligence, you should consult with an experienced Tampa personal injury attorney.  At the Distasio Law Firm, we can discuss your legal options with you and advise you of your rights.  We will take the time to meet with you on a one-on-one basis so that we can address your questions and provide you with reliable legal advice.  At the Distasio Law Firm, we are dedicated to each of our clients and their premises liability cases.