Hotels owe guests more than clean rooms and comfortable stays—they owe a basic level of safety. When a hotel in Fort Worth fails to provide adequate security and a guest is robbed, assaulted, or otherwise harmed, the guest may have the right to pursue a civil claim. In Texas, hotels can be...
What Evidence Strengthens a Negligent Security Claim in Texas?
To succeed in a negligent security claim in Texas, you need evidence that shows a property owner failed to provide reasonable safety measures, and that failure contributed to your harm. Strong evidence may include prior incident reports, broken lighting or security cameras, maintenance logs, or witness testimony. The more clearly you...
Proving Liability in a Negligent Security Lawsuit
You’re not supposed to worry about getting attacked at your apartment building or mugged in a hotel parking lot. But when property owners fail to take reasonable steps to keep their premises safe, preventable tragedies happen—and the physical and emotional fallout can last a lifetime.
If you or a...
Can Tenants Sue Landlords for Injury From Violent Acts?
Living in an apartment or rental property in Dallas-Fort Worth should not involve fear of violent crime. Landlords have a duty to maintain reasonably safe premises for their tenants and visitors. When tenants or visitors are attacked due to negligent security, landlords can be held liable for failing to prevent violence...
Can Dallas Businesses Be Held Liable for Sexual Assault on Their Premises?
When you visit a business—a hotel, apartment complex, shopping mall, or parking garage—you expect to be safe. However, when companies fail to provide adequate security, patrons and employees can become victims of violent crimes, including sexual assault. Sometimes, businesses can be held liable for failing to prevent these attacks.
Can You Sue Your Landlord for Negligent Security After a Crime in Your Apartment?
Your home should feel like a safe haven, a place where you can relax without worrying about your well-being. Unfortunately, when landlords fail to provide adequate security measures, tenants may find themselves vulnerable to preventable crimes. Broken locks, poor lighting, or a lack of proper surveillance can create opportunities for harm. When...
Hotel Assault Cases: What Victims Need to Know About Legal Recourse
When staying at a hotel, one expects a peaceful and secure environment. However, the unfortunate reality is that hotel assaults can and do happen. If you or a loved one has been a victim of such a harrowing experience in Texas, understanding your legal recourse is crucial. Here’s what you should know.
Liability for Harm Caused by a Business’ Negligent Security
Everyone wants to feel safe when they set foot on a business property. Premises liability law requires that those who own business and property maintain reasonably safe conditions for any patrons, or invited guests. Put simply, Texas business and property owners must do what is reasonable to protect their customers from potential...