Property owners can be liable when foreseeable criminal harm occurs because of inadequate lighting, locks, or security.
What Negligent Security Means
Proving Foreseeability
Prior crimes on or near the property help show the owner should have anticipated the danger.
Holding Owners Accountable
These claims require careful investigation of the property's history and security measures.
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