The Legal Herald
(WBTV/FOX Carolina)
Security Failure? Our Legal Take: Man Stabbed at 7-Eleven Gas Station
Did negligent security contribute to this gas station stabbing? Read Our Legal Take to find out if the victim may have a legal avenue for justice and a claim for compensation.
Local News
A man was reportedly stabbed while pumping gas outside a 7-Eleven Monday night, September 26, 2016.
WBTV News reports, the stabbing occurred “at a 7-Eleven store in the 3700 block of Highway 81 North.” The victim was apparently attacked while pumping gas. He suffered a facial laceration during the assault.
Police have not yet identified a suspect.
Our Legal Take
Patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on premises of the establishment they are visiting. The Murray Law Firm questions the level of security provided at the gas station and whether this assault may have been prevented.
- What security measures, such as surveillance cameras, bright lighting and security patrols, were in place to protect patrons at the time of the stabbing?
- Was the property owner aware of any prior incidents of violence on or near the property? If so, were additional security precautions implemented by the property owners or management to deter crime?
Generally, property owners are required to protect all patrons legally on the premises from any foreseeable harm. Should the facts of this matter reveal that the gas station owner or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue a legal claim for his 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 victim retain an experienced attorney who can ensure the preservation of any and all evidence that may support such a claim.
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