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Brandon Baines Killed in Deerfield Apartments Shooting.

Brandon Baines Killed in Memphis Apartment Complex Shooting. (Fox13Memphis.com)

Did negligent security contribute to the shooting death at a Memphis apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to Mr. Baines’ family?

LOCAL NEWS

Gunfire erupted at a Memphis, Tennessee apartment complex Saturday night, April 6, 2019, leaving one man dead.  According to Fox13Memphis.com, “[t]he shooting happened around 8 p.m. Saturday in the 5700 block of Deerfield at the Deerfield Apartments.”  The news story reports that “[f]amily identified the victim as Brandon Baines…Baines was found at the scene suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He later died.”  In a subsequent Fox13Memphis.com news story, it is reported that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder.

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 shooting may have been prevented.

  • What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect Mr. Baines at the time of the shooting?
  • Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property?
  • How was the suspect able to gain access to the property?

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 failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, Mr. Baines’ 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, 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 Mr. Baines’ family retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

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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 our 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.

Tamesha Gibson Attacked and Robbed at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary Parking Deck.

Tamesha Gibson Attacked and Robbed at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary Parking Deck. (Stock Photo)

Did a security failure contribute to this Little Rock parking garage assault and are justice and compensation available to the victim?

LOCAL NEWS

A woman was assaulted and robbed at a Little Rock, Arkansas hospital parking deck, Tuesday evening, April 2, 2019.  

According to CampusSafetyMagazine.com, “[t]he victim, 25-year-old Tamesha Gibson, called CHI St. Vincent Infirmary’s security office on Tuesday evening when she saw a man and a woman peering into cars on the outpatient parking ramp.”  After several minutes of waiting Ms. Gibson began walking to her car.  According to KATV.com, “As she was walking to her vehicle, the man came up behind her and struck her in the head…[s]he was fighting back when the woman punched her in the head and bit her hand. The man held down Gibson while the woman took $10 from Gibson’s pocket.”  The attackers then fled the scene by car.  The media reports report that the victim suffered cuts and bruises in the attack.

The investigation is ongoing.

OUR LEGAL TAKE

Parking garage patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided on the property and whether this unconscionable attack may have been prevented.

  • Have there been prior incidents of violence or assault on the property?
  • How did the assailants gain entry to the property, and remain undetected?
  • Why did security personal not investigate the suspicious activity call?
  • How were the assailants able to leave the garage after security was notified of the suspicious behavior?
  • What security measures, such as surveillance cameras and security patrols, were in place to deter crime and protect Ms. Gibson at the time of the assault? 

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 company failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, Ms. Gibson may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for her injuries and suffering.

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 Ms. Gibson 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 our 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.

Adrian Carpenter, Danette Hazel Mae France, Jermaine Lamont May Jr., Jimmie Lereja Manns, Christopher Dejuan Davis, and Lauren Ashley Stafford Injured in Winston-Salem Nightclub Shooting.

Shooting Outside Winston-Salem Nightclub Leaves 6 People Injured. (MyFox8.com)

Could the shooting outside a Winston-Salem nightclub have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victims?

Local News

Gunfire erupted at a Winston-Salem, North Carolina nightclub early Sunday morning, April 7, 2019, leaving 6 people injured.  MyFox8.com is reporting, “[o]fficers were called to NOVA Lounge shortly after 1:30 a.m. Sunday, saying that a disturbance led up to the shooting.”  According to JournalNow.com, “[p]olice found three victims of apparent gunshot wounds outside the club — Adrian Carpenter, 26, of Reynolds Forest Drive; Danette Hazel Mae France, 26, of Tully Square; and Jermaine Lamont May Jr., 26, of Tall Pines Court. They were taken by Forsyth County EMS to a local hospital.”  While on the scene investigating “police learned of three more victims also suffering from gunshot wounds — Jimmie Lereja Manns, 24, of Village Creek Circle; Christopher Dejuan Davis, 32, of New Walkertown Road, and Lauren Ashley Stafford, 26, of Springhouse Farm Road. They were taken to local hospitals in personal vehicles.”  All victims are recovering from their non life-threatening injuries according to the media outlets.

No suspect information has been released.

Our Legal Take

Nightclub patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The Murray Law Firm questions 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 the property?
  • What security measures, such as bright lighting, visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims 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 owners failed to provide adequate security to protect those on or around the premises, the victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims for their injuries.

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 victims retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.

Call Us Now:  We’ve Obtained Over $100 Million in Verdicts and Settlements for our Clients

The 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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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.