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Nightclub Security Negligence? Our Legal Take: Fatal Shooting at Mr. D’s Lodge

Was security negligence a factor in this tragic shooting, and do the victims’ families have a right to compensation?  Read our legal take?

Local News

A fatal shooting at Mr. D’s Lodge in Auburn reportedly claimed the lives of three young men and left another injured Saturday morning, April 23, 2016. According to WSFA News 12, the shooting occurred “after an altercation broke out at a club known as Mr. D’s Lodge.” “[O]fficers received a call about a shooting around 2 a.m. at Mr. D’s,” per  WHNT.com, and police reportedly arrived on scene as shots were still being fired.  News 15 reports, 32-year-old Jadarrion Spinks, 25-year-old Roderick Nelms and 43-year-old Recco Cobb succumbed to fatal injuries at the scene. A fourth victim was transported to East Alabama Medical Center and “is expected to recover,” per media reports.

Police have allegedly charged a suspect in connection with the shooting.

Our Legal Take

Nightclub patrons have a right to be safe and secure while on the premises of the establishment that they are visiting.  The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided to patrons of the establishment where this incident occurred and whether this tragedy may have been prevented.

  • What security measures, such as weapons screenings, surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and security patrols, were in place to protect patrons at the time of the shooting? 
  • Have there been previous incidents of violence on or near property and, if so, were any additional security precautions implemented by the owner or management to deter future crime?

Generally, nightclub owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the owner or management of the establishment failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the families of Mr. Spinks, Mr. Nelms and Mr. Cobb may elect to seek justice and pursue a legal claim for their wrongful deaths. Additionally, the surviving victim may elect to pursue a legal claim for his injuries.

Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victims retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.  Based upon its prior experience in handling property security negligence claims, 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.

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

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and we 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 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Security Negligence? Our Legal Take: 3 Injured at Johnny’s Restaurant, St. Augustine

Was security negligence a factor in the St. Augustine shooting?  Read our legal take.

Local News

Three people were reportedly hospitalized following a shooting and assault “outside Johnny’s Restaurant” in St. Augustine Sunday morning, April 24, 2016.

According to News 4 JAX, police were already at the scene “helping to control about 300 people who were outside of the nightclub” when gunfire erupted. Per media reports, police discovered “three people lying behind the building. Two of them had been shot and were hospitalized….The third victim sustained blunt force trauma to the head and was airlifted to UF Health Jacksonville.”

Police have not yet identified a gunman or motive, leaving some local residents concerned for their safety. Neighbor, Carl Thibault, has apparently complained to the city about large crowds exiting the nightclub in the past.

“When it closes, is when it gets really dangerous. It’s because they come out of the club and they’re still all amped up and they bring it out to the parking lot….,” Mr. Thibault told News 4.

Our Legal Take

Nightclub and restaurant patrons have a right to be safe and secure while on the premises of the establishment that they are visiting.  Given the alleged report of “dangerous” parking lot conditions as noted in the New 4 JAX story, The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided to patrons of the restaurant and whether this violence may have been prevented.

  • What security measures, such as surveillance cameras, bright lighting and security patrols, were in place outside the establishment to protect patrons at the time of the shooting? 
  • Following alleged reports of prior parking lot safety issues, were any additional security precautions implemented by the nightclub owner or management to safely manage crowds and deter crime?

Generally, restaurant and nightclub owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the owner or management of the establishment failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victims may elect to seek justice and pursue legal claims for their injuries.

Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security 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.  Based upon its prior experience in handling property security negligence claims, 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.

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

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and security negligence. We have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients, and we 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 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Apartment Security Breach? Our Legal Take: Fatal Laundry Room Shooting

Local News

48-year-old Alexander Ameme was reportedly shot and killed in the laundry room of an apartment complex near South Los Angeles Wednesday morning, April 20, 2016.

According to My News LA, police responded to “shots fired” in the 1700 block of West 125th Street around 2 a.m. “A short time later, a witness walked into the laundry room … and discovered [Mr. Ameme] lying on the ground suffering from numerous gunshot wounds,” police told media.

Police have not yet identified a suspect or motive in the shooting.

Our Legal Take

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

  • How did the gunman gain entry to the property? What security measures, such as gated entry, bright lighting, security patrols, and surveillance cameras, were in place at the time of the shooting?
  • Have there been prior incidents of crime on or near property and, if so, were any additional security precautions implemented by the complex owner or management to deter crime and protect residents?

Generally, property owners are required to protect all residents legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the complex owner or management company failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the family of Alexander Ameme may seek justice and elect to pursue a legal claim for his wrongful death.

Given the complexities of pursuing a negligent security case, it is imperative that the victim’s family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.  Based upon its prior successful experience in handling security negligence claims, 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.

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

Headline Frame Fox News DeskThe Murray Law Firm has an extensive and successful record representing victims of violence and 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 888.842.1616. Consultations are free and confidential.

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