A shoplifter injured me when I was in a store. He was apparently running through the store to grab items and then run out through the front door when he knocked me over because I was in his way. Do I have a claim against the store owner for letting thieves run through the store … Continue reading Store Owner Liability
Category: Lack of Security
I parked my car in a lot in Brooklyn, and I returned later to pick it up. My vehicle had a broken window in the back seat on driver’s side and missing personal items from the back seat. I asked the garage attendant about the damage and missing items. He said that the garage was … Continue reading Exculpatory Clauses – 2
I was assaulted at a rave party that was held in an abandoned warehouse. I reported the incident to police. Police arrested no one. Although I don’t know who gave the party, I paid a cover charge to a bouncer to enter the building. Do I have a claim to bring for my damages? Yes, … Continue reading Assault on Private Property
I was mugged while doing laundry in my apartment building. The police never caught the mugger, can I bring a claim for my injuries? I'm sorry this happened to you. You might have a claim against your landlord for lack of security in your building. Building security claims are dependent upon where the attack occurred … Continue reading Building Security