Property owners and businesses have a responsibility to take reasonable steps to protect the people on their premises. When inadequate security, such as broken locks, poor lighting, absent security personnel, or unaddressed known risks, contributes to an assault, robbery, or other injury, the property owner or manager may be held responsible. Braz Law – Jason A. Brazelton, P.A. represents individuals injured due to negligent security at apartments, hotels, businesses, and other properties in St. Petersburg and throughout Pinellas County.
Types of Negligent Security Cases We Handle
- Assaults or robberies in apartment complexes, parking lots, or common areas
- Inadequate lighting or broken security equipment
- Absent or insufficient security personnel in high-risk locations
- Failure to address known or foreseeable security risks
- Incidents at hotels, businesses, and event venues
Proving a Negligent Security Claim
Negligent security cases often require showing that a property owner knew, or reasonably should have known, about a security risk and failed to take reasonable steps to address it. This can involve reviewing prior incident reports, security camera footage, maintenance records, and local crime data. Because this evidence can be difficult to obtain and may not stay available indefinitely, it’s important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after an incident.
How Braz Law Can Help
Jason A. Brazelton is an Air Force veteran and Stetson Law graduate who works closely with clients to investigate what happened, identify responsible parties, and pursue fair compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other losses. You can review examples of past results on our Case Results page.
Negligent Security FAQ
Can I file a claim if I was attacked by someone unrelated to the property owner?
Yes, in many cases. Negligent security claims focus on whether the property owner failed to take reasonable precautions, not on the relationship between you and the person who caused the harm.
What should I do after a negligent security incident?
Seek medical care, report the incident to the property owner or manager and, when appropriate, to police, and try to document the scene and any security deficiencies you noticed. Our guide, What to Do After an Injury Accident, covers these steps in more detail.
How much does it cost to consult with Braz Law?
Case evaluations are free, and we’ll explain your options clearly before you decide how to proceed.
Call 727-498-1694 for a Free Case Evaluation, or reach out online.