Every day, people visit parking lots, shopping centers, hotels, and other public spaces expecting a basic level of safety. Whether you’re shopping, attending a concert, staying in a hotel, you should feel secure in these environments. Unfortunately, when businesses fail to provide proper security, the consequences can be devastating.
At Anapol Weiss, I’ve represented many individuals and families who were harmed because of negligent security. These are cases where property owners failed to take reasonable steps to ensure their premises were safe, leading to preventable injuries or worse.
Negligent Security: A Preventable Problem
Negligent security can take many forms. Malls, apartment complexes, and hotels are all areas that often need proper security to monitor activity, help prevent criminal activity, and respond to emergencies. When the owners of these properties don’t hire adequate security staff, visitors and tenants can face unnecessary risks. Dimly lit parking lots puts people at risk by allowing criminals to operate undetected. These oversights are not minor—they can lead to serious harm.
Businesses and property owners have a legal and moral obligation to maintain safe premises. This includes ensuring proper lighting, installing security cameras, training staff, and addressing known risks. When they fail in this responsibility, they are putting people in harm’s way—and they must be held accountable.
Fighting for Justice
Over the years, I’ve represented many clients whose lives were forever changed by negligent security. I’ve helped families recover millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for injuries that could have been prevented.
These cases are about more than compensation—they’re about justice. When companies prioritize profits over safety, they not only fail their customers and visitors, but they also violate a fundamental trust. Holding them accountable not only helps the injured and their families but also sends a clear message: safety is not optional.
What You Can Do
If you or a loved one has been injured because of unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, you have rights. Here’s what you should do:
- Document the Scene: Take photos of the area, especially if there is poor lighting, broken equipment, or other unsafe conditions.
- Report the Incident: Notify the property owner or manager immediately and get a copy of any incident report.
- Seek Legal Advice: Consult an attorney who has experience with negligent security cases to understand your rights and options.
At Anapol Weiss, our team is dedicated to helping victims of negligent security get the justice they deserve. We work tirelessly to investigate these cases, hold responsible parties accountable, and ensure our clients receive the compensation they need to move forward.
Why This Matters
Everyone deserves to feel safe in public spaces. Whether you’re visiting a business, parking your car, or staying at a hotel, safety should never be an afterthought. It’s the responsibility of property owners to take the necessary precautions, and when they don’t, they must answer for the harm they’ve caused.
If you or someone you love has been injured because of negligent security, I encourage you to reach out. Together, we can work to make things right—for you, your family, and others who deserve safe spaces in their daily lives.
