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Negligent Security Lawyers in Los Angeles
When property owners fail to provide adequate security measures, violent crimes can occur that should have been prevented. Our negligent security attorneys fight for victims of assaults, robberies, and other crimes caused by inadequate security.
Schedule a free consultation today to discuss your negligent security case with a trusted Los Angeles attorney who will hold property owners accountable for failing to protect you.
What Is Negligent Security?
Negligent security is a type of premises liability claim where a property owner or manager fails to implement reasonable security measures, and a visitor or tenant is harmed as a result — typically by criminal activity such as assault, robbery, rape, or murder.
Property owners have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to protect people on their property from foreseeable criminal acts. This duty is especially important for properties in high-crime areas or locations with a history of security incidents. Security measures may include adequate lighting, surveillance cameras, security guards, locked entry points, and alarm systems.
Negligent security claims commonly arise in apartment complexes, parking garages, hotels, shopping centers, bars and nightclubs, office buildings, and college campuses. Victims may include tenants, hotel guests, shoppers, employees, and members of the public.
At Novian & Novian, our negligent security attorneys investigate whether the property owner failed to implement reasonable security measures given the known or foreseeable risks, and we fight to recover full compensation for victims of preventable crimes.
How Can a Negligent Security Attorney Help?
A negligent security attorney helps victims of crime hold property owners accountable for failing to provide adequate safety measures. These cases require proving that the crime was foreseeable and that reasonable security measures would have prevented or deterred it.
Our negligent security lawyers at Novian & Novian investigate the property’s security history, review crime statistics for the area, obtain security audit reports, and work with security experts to establish what measures should have been in place. We pursue claims against property owners, management companies, and security firms.
If you or a loved one has been a victim of a crime due to negligent security, contact Novian & Novian for a confidential consultation. Our attorneys will evaluate the property owner’s liability and fight for the compensation you need to recover.
What Our Clients Say
“I was assaulted in a parking garage with broken cameras and no security guard. Novian & Novian proved the property management company knew about the security failures and got me a significant settlement.”
— Former Client, Los Angeles
“After a break-in at my apartment due to broken locks the landlord refused to fix, Novian & Novian held the landlord accountable. They were professional, caring, and effective.”
— Former Client, Hollywood
“Novian & Novian handled my negligent security case with sensitivity and determination. They understood the trauma I went through and fought hard for justice.”
— Former Client, Westwood
Why Should You Choose Novian & Novian for Your Negligent Security Case?
Novian & Novian has handled complex negligent security cases throughout California for over 35 years, representing victims of assaults, robberies, sexual assaults, and shootings that occurred due to inadequate property security.
We understand the sensitivity these cases require and provide compassionate representation while aggressively pursuing accountability from negligent property owners and management companies.
Deep Experience in Security Negligence Cases
Our attorneys have handled negligent security claims involving apartment complexes, hotels, parking structures, retail centers, and entertainment venues — proving property owner liability in complex cases.
Security Expert Network
We work with former law enforcement professionals and security consultants who evaluate whether the property had adequate security measures and what should have been done differently.
Sensitive and Confidential Representation
We handle these often traumatic cases with the utmost sensitivity, ensuring our clients feel safe and supported throughout the legal process.
No Fees Unless We Win
We handle negligent security cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Holding Multiple Parties Accountable
We identify all potentially liable parties — including property owners, management companies, and third-party security firms — to maximize your recovery.
FAQs
Below are answers to some of the most common questions:
What Are Examples of Negligent Security?
Examples include broken locks on apartment doors, non-functioning security cameras, inadequate lighting in parking garages, lack of security guards in high-crime areas, propped-open security doors, and failure to screen employees or visitors in sensitive locations.
How Do I Prove a Negligent Security Claim?
You must show that the property owner owed a duty to provide security, the crime was foreseeable (often based on prior incidents or area crime rates), the owner failed to implement reasonable security measures, and the crime would not have occurred with adequate security.
Can I Sue a Landlord for a Break-in or Assault at My Apartment?
Yes. If your landlord failed to maintain functioning locks, security cameras, lighting, or other reasonable security measures, and you were harmed as a result, you may have a negligent security claim.
What Compensation Can I Recover in a Negligent Security Case?
Victims may recover medical expenses, therapy and counseling costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, PTSD treatment, and in some cases punitive damages.
Is a Negligent Security Claim Separate From a Criminal Case?
Yes. A negligent security claim is a civil lawsuit against the property owner — it is separate from any criminal prosecution of the perpetrator. You can pursue both simultaneously.
How Long Do I Have to File a Negligent Security Claim?
In California, the statute of limitations for negligent security claims is generally two years from the date of the incident. Contact an attorney promptly to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
Victim of a Crime Due to Poor Security? We Fight for You.
Our Los Angeles negligent security attorneys hold property owners accountable for failing to protect visitors and tenants. Contact Novian & Novian for a free, confidential consultation today.
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