A business has a duty to maintain its property in a safe condition, has a duty to warn of known or reasonably discoverable hazards, and has a duty to actually correct known or reasonably discoverable hazards. These duties not only apply to potentially dangerous conditions such as spills on floors, but also extend to foreseeable criminal attacks on customers. There are many cases in Florida that involve patrons who felt they were safe in a business’ parking lot or within a business premises, yet, a criminal attacks them, causing serious injuries or death.
Florida law recognizes that absolute safety can never be guaranteed. Florida law simply requires that if a particular crime is foreseeable – based on prior crime in the area – and is also preventable, reasonable steps must be employed to protect customers. This is only fair. Businesses invite customers to shop with them and certainly profit when they do. The safety of customers should be a top priority for Florida businesses.
If you, a friend or a loved one was injured by a criminal attack on business premises, it is important that you contact an experienced attorney at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith as soon as possible. The attorneys at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith understand that it may be vitally important to launch an immediate investigation that involves preservation of possible surveillance video on the premises, interviews of witnesses, and gathering of important physical evidence that can be time sensitive. If evidence is destroyed, discarded, lost or altered, your case may be jeopardized.
The lawyers at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith have successfully handled numerous negligent security cases. We have the experience and resources available to preserve the evidence, guide you through the process of initiating a claim, and effectively present your case to a jury, if need be.
