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Checkers Restaurant Shooting on Old National Highway in Atlanta, GA Leaves One Man Fatally Injured.

Checkers Restaurant Shooting on Old National Highway in Atlanta, GA Leaves One Man Fatally Injured. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Could the shooting at an Atlanta fast-food restaurant have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family? Our firm represents victims of security failures across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $200 million dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Local News

Gunfire rang out at an Atlanta, GA fast-food restaurant Wednesday night, April 10, 2024, leaving one man dead.

As reported by WSBtv.com, “[o]n Wednesday around 9:15 p.m., South Fulton police were called to the Checkers at 5174 Old National Highway.”

According to the report, “[w]hen officers arrived they found a man with a gunshot wound to his stomach.”
Yahoo.com is reporting, “[t]he victim was pronounced dead at the scene.”  The report indicates that “[the] man was shot and killed at a fast-food restaurant.”
The investigation is ongoing.

Is Justice Available? Our Legal Take

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Fast-food restaurant patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the restaurant is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.  The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

  • Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property, and, if so, were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
  • Did the restaurant have adequate security in place at the time of the shooting?
  • What security measures, such as visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
  • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious people or activity on the property prior to the shooting?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises.  Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the family of the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.

The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed.  The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the family of the victim retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $200 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained nearly $200 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:

  • A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial 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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Steven Brookins: Safety Negligence or Equipment Malfunction? Tragically Loses Life in Macon, GA Manufacturing Plant Accident.

Steven Brookins: Safety Negligence or Equipment Malfunction? Tragically Loses Life in Macon, GA Manufacturing Plant Accident. (41NBC.com)

Was safety negligence or an equipment malfunction a factor in this loss of life and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family? Our firm represents victims of safety negligence across the United States, and we have recovered nearly $200 million dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

Macon, GA News

A man tragically lost his life after an accident at a Macon, GA manufacturing plant late Wednesday afternoon, April 10, 2024.

13WMAZ.com is reporting, “[a]ccording to a preliminary report, they say a maintenance worker was killed while attempting to repair a machine called the ‘wig-wag.’ OSHA say the report indicates the machine was not locked and tagged out.”

According to the report, “[l]ockout tagout is a safety measure that prevents ‘unexpected energization, start-up or release of stored energy in order to prevent injury to employees’ when machines are being maintained, according to OSHA regulations. They believe the worker was pulled into the machine and was killed by their injuries.”

41NBC.com is reporting, “Macon-Bibb Coroner…confirmed an incident happened around 4 p.m. and identified the person who died as 57-year-old Steven Brookins.”

As reported by 13WMAZ.com, “[p]reviously, OSHA has cited [the manufacturing plant] for nearly four dozen violations since the Macon plant open. Last year, they said [the plant] wasn’t performing required inspections and exposed workers to the risk of being struck by a crane.”

The incident remains under investigation.

Is Justice Available? Our Legal Take

Manufacturing plant employees, vendors and guests have a right to safety and security while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the safety measures provided both at the manufacturing plant and by the manufacturer of the machinery involved, and whether this tragic incident may have been prevented. Relevant factual and legal inquires include, but are not limited to:

  • What safety features, such as an alarm or emergency shut off, were in place to protect Mr. Brookins?
  • Did any such safety features fail?
  • Was the tragedy a result of a catastrophic equipment malfunction?
  • Was the manufacturer or property owner aware of the potential safety risks to employees or contractors?
  • Were any attempts made to service, recall or replace the conveyor or other machinery involved prior to the incident?

Under Workers’ Compensation laws, our legal team suggests that the family of Steven Brookins may be entitled to significant compensation as a result of this accident. While Steven Brookins’ family should be eligible for benefits under workers compensation laws, they may also hold a substantial third-party civil claim against the designer or manufacturer of the machinery and equipment involved in the incident. Based on its history and experience in representing families in workers compensation and product liability claims, The Murray Law Firm suggests that Steven Brookins’ family should retain legal counsel without delay so as to ensure that all evidence connected to the incident is preserved.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $200 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of work accidents and equipment malfunctions.  We have obtained nearly $200 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:

  • A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial 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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Anthonio Dewayne McNeill: Security Failure? Fatally Injured in Macon, GA Hotel Shooting.

Anthonio Dewayne McNeill: Security Failure? Fatally Injured in Macon, GA Hotel Shooting. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Did negligent security contribute to this macon hotel shooting and are justice and compensation available to the victim’s family? Our firm represents victims of security failures across the United States, and we have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients. Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.

LOCAL NEWS

One man was shot at a Macon, Georgia hotel early Wednesday morning, April 10, 2024.

As reported by 13WMAZ.com, “[t]he shooting happened just before 3:30 a.m. at [a hotel] located at 107 Holiday Drive North, just off Riverside Drive.”

WGAX.tv is reporting, “[w]hen deputies arrived they found 28-year-old Anthonio Dewayne McNeill shot multiple times. Paramedics then arrived and began to treat McNeill, however he didn’t survive his injures.”

The investigation is ongoing.

IS JUSTICE AVAILABLE? OUR LEGAL TAKE

Hotel guests and visitors have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the hotel is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented.  The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:

  • Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property?
  • Were any security personnel at the property?
  • Were security measures added after any prior incidents?
  • What protocol was in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the shooting? 
  • Was the property owner or manager aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?
  • Have authorities been to the property on prior occasions?

Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises.  Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the hotel owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its guests and visitors, the family of Anthonio Dewayne McNeill may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.  

The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed.  The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that the family of Anthonio Dewayne McNeill retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.

OUR RESULTS: NEARLY $200 MILLION IN VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS FOR OUR CLIENTS

The Murray Law Firm has a long history of representing victims of violence and security negligence.  We have obtained nearly $200 Million in verdicts and settlements for our Clients, including:

  • A $29.25 million dollar verdict for a victim of an unsafe property.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a victim of gun violence at an apartment complex.
  • Settlement in excess of $10 million dollars for a family who lost a loved one to gun violence at a commercial 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 478-246-1010. 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.