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Timothy Newhouse Killed in DeKalb County Convenience Store Shooting.

Timothy Newhouse Killed in DeKalb County Convenience Store Shooting. (WSBTV.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the tragic death of Timothy Newhouse and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family?

STONE MOUNTAIN NEWS

Gunfire erupted Sunday evening, February 3, 2019 outside a DeKalb County convenience store tragically leaving one dead, according to media reports.

According to AJC.com,  “Timothy Newhouse, a 54-year-old grandfather of eight, was shot outside a DeKalb County convenience store…Sunday night [February 3].”  It happened “in the 6300 block of Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain,” according to WSBTV.com.  WSBTV.com is reporting an argument occurred inside the convenience store and that an assailant fired at least one gun shot at Mr. Newhouse “striking [him] in the chest…[before fleeing from] the building.”

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Convenience store and business patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm has represented a number of victims of violent crime at convenience stores in the Atlanta area, and specifically in the Stone Mountain neighborhood.  Questions arise as to the level of security provided on the property, and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
  • Was any action taken by the store owners during the initial altercation inside the store?
  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, monitored surveillance cameras, clear windows, and visible security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Newhouse at the time of the shooting?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the property owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, Mr. Newhouse’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their loss.

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families in the Atlanta area, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the Mr. Newhouse’s family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

OUR RESULTS

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for out Clients, including a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.

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.

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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

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1 Injured in Valdosta Khushi Food Mart Store shooting.

1 Injured in Valdosta Convenience Store Shooting. (WALB.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this shooting injury and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

VALDOSTA NEWS

Gunfire erupted Thursday evening, February 7, 2019 outside a Valdosta convenience store leaving one victim injured, according to media reports.

According to WCTV.tv, “It happened at the Khushi Food Mart on the corner of Northside Drive and Forrest Street. Store owners said they thought people were just outside talking loudly, until they heart gun shots.” WALB.com is reporting that “several people were fighting in the parking lot…when someone pulled a gun.” The report goes on to say that “[t]he victim was shot multiple times in the torso and rushed to South Georgia Medical Center.” The victim “is in critical condition” according to WALB.com.

A suspect has been arrested according to WCTV.tv.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Convenience store and gas station patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the gas station and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on or near property?
  • Were police called at the start of the disturbance in the parking lot?
  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, monitored surveillance cameras, clear windows, and visible security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all those legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the gas station owner failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injury. 

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victim retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

OUR RESULTS

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained over $100 Million in verdicts and settlements for out Clients, including a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.

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 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

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Damerria Hooten, 6, Drowns in DeKalb County Creek.

Damerria Hooten, 6, Drowns in DeKalb County Creek, January 31, 2019. (Fox5Atlanta)

Could this tragic drowning death have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the family?

Local News

6-year-old Damerria Hooten “drowned in a creek along Athena Lane in DeKalb County” on Thursday, January 31, WSBTV.com is reporting.  According to Fox5Atlanta.com, “[t]he 911 call of a possible drowning came in a little after 4:30 p.m.  When first responders arrived, a family member told them the 6-year-old girl fell into [the] creek.”  11Alive.com reports that “[the child] had been in the water for roughly an hour [and that]…[r]esponders immediately began CPR upon getting the child out of the water.”  The young child was “rushed to Egleston Children’s Hospital” where, tragically, she was unable to recover.

Residents who live in the area expressed to WSBTV.com that “the creek should’ve been blocked off.”  The mother of the 6-year-old child also expressed to WSBTV.com that she was unaware of the creek, “I never seen it, didn’t know it was a creek back there that was that deep. I don’t know why I wasn’t notified about the creek.”

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 measures provided on the property and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of children gaining entry to the creek and, if so, what additional security measures were taken by the apartment complex owner and management to protect these young residents? How did any such precautions fail?
  • What security measures, such as fencing, warning signs, written warning notifications and security patrols, were in place to deter entry to the creek and protect Miss Hooten at the time of the drowning?

Generally, property owners 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 and safety measures to protect those on its premises, Damerria Hooten’s family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for her wrongful death.

Based upon its prior successful experience in handling premises liability claims on behalf of victims and their families, The Murray Law Firm suggests that photographs and a thorough, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed immediately, before any evidence may be repaired, damaged or destroyed. Given the complexities of pursuing a premises liability case, it is imperative that the victims family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

We’ve Recovered Millions for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

The Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.

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.

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DISCLAIMERS: The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.