The Legal Herald
(KRQE 13)
Could this senseless Albuquerque apartment shooting have been prevented?
Local News
Gunfire erupted outside the “Desert Willow Apartments on Jefferson” Saturday night, May 19, 2018, leaving one man critically injured, according to KRQE 13.
Albuquerque police told KOAT 7 they discovered “the victim unconscious around 10 p.m.” He was transported to the hospital in critical condition.
The Desert Willow complex was apparently the subject of a prior shooting investigation in April 2016, per KRQE reports.
Did negligent security contribute to this Albuquerque apartment shooting? We represent individuals and families who have suffered a tragic loss or injury as a consequence of negligent property security. Read Our Legal Take below to find out if the victim may have a legal avenue for justice and claims for substantial compensation in New Mexico, or call now for a free consultation with our legal team: 888.842.1616.
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 on the property and whether this shooting may have been prevented.
- What additional security measures, such as gated-entry, surveillance cameras, bright lighting, and security patrols, were implemented by the complex owner following media reports of prior violence on 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 or management failed to provide adequate security to protect those on its premises, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims 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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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.
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