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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.

While property security and safety is ultimately the responsibility of the complex owner and management, a neighborhood watch empowers residents to reduce crime and protect their families and neighbors.

Valdosta Apartment Complex Neighborhood Watch

The Arbor Trace apartment complex in Valdosta has “seen a range of crimes in recent months, from car burglaries to murder,” according to WCTV reports. Arbor Trace management, residents and local police are now working together “to help cut down on crime.” Organizers hope the program will encourage neighbors to report “suspicious activity” and to “keep an eye out for one another.”

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

As each case and property is unique, victims of violent 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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Cobb County Police are reportedly investigating a recent string of early morning break-ins at several gas stations along South Cobb Drive. A FOX 5 investigation questions what gas station owners are doing to protect patrons and staff during this alarming crime spree:

“With thieves preying on business owners and customers at gas stations across the metro area, many are left wondering what more can be done to increase security.“

Gas stations are often targets for criminal activity due to (frequently) late hours of operation, accessibility to major roadways, and vulnerable patrons. The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) warns, “the unique setting allows thieves to catch their victims by complete surprise….But these thefts can be easily prevented if the appropriate precautions are taken.”

Given these risks, gas station owners and managers must take steps to protect patrons and deter any foreseeable crime.

Gas Station Owners and Managers: Safety Checklist

  • Has there been prior criminal activity on or near property? If so, what additional security measures could be implemented to reduce such crime on property in the future?
  • Are all security features, such as lighting, fencing and surveillance cameras, in place and working?
  • Is the gas station properly staffed with enough employees to both assist patrons and monitor the property?
  • Is a security guard or off-duty police officer visibly stationed on the premises?
  • Does the gas station provide bright lighting at all service areas?
  • Are the gas pumps, air pressure tanks, and other service areas clearly visible to gas station employees?
  • Do employees utilize a bulletproof pass-through window for late-night cash transactions?

Victims of Gas Station Violence: Know Your Rights

Gas station patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises of the establishment they are visiting. By law, Georgia property owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm.

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Atlanta police, school and recreation officials are taking steps to reduce youth violence this summer by providing free and low-cost programming to local children and teens. FOX 5 reports, the city will be running youth camps and activities to keep kids safe and active this summer.

The announcement comes the same day three teens, ages 14, 15 and 19, were hospitalized during a shooting at the Providence at Cascade apartment complex. Families shouldn’t have to live in fear of children being shot in their own homes. While free community programming will help to reduce youth violence, property owners also need to do their part to protect families and address local crime. Apartment complex owners must take steps to deter foreseeable crime and provide a safe premises for residents and guests.

Victims of Georgia Apartment Complex Violence: Know Your Rights

Apartment residents and guests have a right to feel safe and secure while on property. By law, Georgia property owners are required to protect all guests legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. For example, should an apartment complex owner have knowledge of prior criminal activity on or near property, they have a responsibility to take additional security precautions to protect residents and deter future crime. Should they fail in this duty, they may be held civilly liable for any injuries, assaults or deaths which occur as a consequence.

We Fight for Victims of Apartment Security Negligence in Georgia…Contact us Now for a Free Consultation.

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of unsafe properties in Georgia, and recently obtained a $29.25 million dollar verdict for one of our Clients in Fulton County State Court.

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 at 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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ABA Center for Professional ResponsibilityA LAWYER “SHALL NOT” CONTACT A PROSPECTIVE CLIENT THROUGH A “LIVE TELEPHONE” OR AN “IN-PERSON” VISIT.

– RULE 7.3, ABA MODEL RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT.

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