You don’t expect to be caught in gunfire while shopping, visiting a friend, or walking through your apartment complex. But when an accidental shooting happens, it leaves more than physical wounds—it creates emotional and financial pain that can last for years. Whether the gun went off by mistake or was fired without intent to harm, the consequences can be just as devastating.
At Rochelle McCullough LLP, we represent victims of accidental shootings that occur because property owners failed to keep their premises safe. If you or a loved one was injured on someone else’s property in Dallas–Fort Worth, we will work to hold the responsible parties accountable and get you just compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation.
How Accidental Shootings Happen
Accidental shootings often occur in situations that could—and should—have been prevented. These tragedies may happen when a gun is discharged unintentionally or is mishandled in a shared space. They may also involve individuals who had no business carrying a weapon on the premises in the first place.
Some of the most common contributing factors include:
- Poor security in apartment complexes, shopping centers, or parking garages
- Failure to screen or remove individuals with known violent behavior
- Inadequate lighting, surveillance, or maintenance
- Guns left unattended or unsecured in public spaces
- Misuse of firearms by tenants, employees, or guests
While these shootings may not be intentional, they often result from serious negligence.
The Legal Challenges of Accidental Shooting Cases
Accidental shootings fall into a complex legal category. There may not be a criminal conviction, but that doesn’t mean there’s no legal liability. Civil law allows injured victims to pursue compensation if their injury was caused by negligence.
These cases can be challenging because they often require:
- Proving that the incident was foreseeable by the property owner
- Showing that reasonable security measures were not in place
- Identifying who is liable—this could be the shooter, a business owner, a property manager, or even a third-party security company
Unlike intentional shootings, where criminal responsibility is clearer, accidental shootings require a vigorous investigation and legal strategy to show how preventable the harm really was.
The Investigation Process
If you were injured in an accidental shooting, the investigation matters. Evidence needs to be preserved quickly before security footage is erased or witnesses forget what happened.
Our team builds your case by gathering the following:
- Police reports and emergency responder documentation
- Video footage (if available) from security cameras
- Statements from eyewitnesses and property employees
- Building maintenance records, visitor logs, or past incident reports
- Records of any prior complaints or known safety concerns
We conduct our own investigation while law enforcement handles the criminal side. Our goal is to uncover whether the property owner failed in their duty to keep the area reasonably safe.
How Rochelle McCullough Can Help
Our team has decades of experience handling premises liability claims throughout Dallas–Fort Worth, including complex negligent security cases like accidental shootings. We understand what’s at stake and how difficult it is to take the first step.
We start by listening to your story. From there, we investigate the facts, identify responsible parties, and build a case that reflects the full impact of what you’ve been through. Whether it’s negotiating a fair settlement or taking the case to court, we’re ready to fight for you every step of the way.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay anything upfront—and you don’t owe us a dime unless we recover money for you.
Helping Accidents Shooting Victims in Dallas-Fort Worth
If you or someone you love was injured in an accidental shooting at a business, apartment complex, or public venue, you don’t have to face it alone. Call Rochelle McCullough to schedule your free consultation. Let us help you pursue justice—and start putting your life back together.