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Could the tragic death of Crystal McBride have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to her family?

Security measures are in question after a Waycross mother-of-four, Crystal McBride, was shot and killed outside her Garlington Heights apartment home Thursday, June 28, 2018.

According to News 4 JAX, gunfire erupted at “the Garlington Heights apartment complex…at 301 Garlington Avenue,” shortly before 11:00 p.m. Ms. McBride had “just gotten off work when she heard gunshots outside her apartment,” per AJC reports. She was apparently struck while rushing “to protect her baby.” Sadly, she leaves behind four young sons.

Was negligent security a factor in this senseless loss of life and could this incident have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Ms. McBride’s family may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the apartment complex and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
  • What security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to protect Ms. McBride 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 apartment complex owner or management failed to provide adequate security, the family of Crystal McBride may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

The Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict in Georgia.

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 706.494.2800. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Following a disturbing history of violence, Columbus police and city leaders are now working with the Nelson Park and Wedgewood Village apartment complex owners to reduce crime and protect the thousands of families who call these complexes home.

A WOSU investigation reveals there have been “at least five murders at the Nelson Park Apartments” since May 2016. Despite this, city leaders “have been unable to shutter the complex, which was once again the scene of a fatal shooting [in February].” City Attorney Zach Klein told media, the owners have now “added security, installed new lighting and implemented new screening for tenants, including lifetime bans for some people.”

Mr. Klein also told WOSU, the “Wedgewood Village Apartments in the Hilltop…were the scene of at least seven homicides last year.” That complex is “home to about 2,000 people.” The property owners are apparently now “paying the Columbus Division of Police about $200,000 a year to station special-duty officers at the complex.”

These much-needed security measures will help to protect residents. However, the changes come too late for those families already devastated by violence on these properties.

Apartment Owner Responsibility and Resident Rights

Georgia apartment residents have a right to protect their families and feel safe and secure in their homes. By law, Georgia apartment owners have a responsibility to protect their residents from violent crime, sexual assault, and foreseeable harm. Should an apartment complex owner fail in this critical duty, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries or deaths which occur as a consequence.

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

As each case and property is unique, victims of apartment 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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Could this Stone Mountain apartment shooting have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the young victim’s family?

17-year-old Erasmus Pratt was fatally shot outside a Stone Mountain apartment complex Saturday afternoon, June 9, 2018.

According to WSB-TV 2, the shooting occurred at the “Terra Creek Apartments on Central Drive after some sort of confrontation.” Tragically, Mr. Pratt reportedly succumbed to his injuries three days later.

Police have since charged a suspect, per AJC reports.

Was negligent security a factor in this senseless loss of this teenage boy and could this incident have been prevented?  Read Our Legal Take below to find out if Mr. Pratt’s family may have legal avenues for justice and claims for substantial compensation in Georgia.

Our Legal Take

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the apartment complex and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • What security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, surveillance cameras, and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Pratt 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 apartment complex owner or management failed to provide adequate security, the family of Erasmus Pratt may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for his injuries.

The Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict in Georgia.

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.

CALL NOW: 404.842.1600

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