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Giving a Voice to the Injured

Virginia Negligent Security Lawyer

Injured in an Attack or Crime Due to Negligent Security?

If you’ve suffered harm due to a property owner’s failure to maintain adequate security, you may have grounds for a negligent security claim. At The Barrera Law Firm, PLLC, we are committed to helping victims of negligent security seek justice and secure the compensation they deserve. Our experienced Virginia negligent security lawyers provide the legal support you need to hold negligent property owners accountable and make sure your rights are protected.


To schedule a free consultation, call (571) 290-2390 or contact us online today.


What is Negligent Security?

Negligent security is a type of premises liability that involves property owners failing to provide adequate security measures to protect individuals on their property. Property owners in Virginia are legally obligated to ensure that their property is reasonably safe for visitors, customers, tenants, and employees. If they fail to do so, and someone suffers an injury or becomes the victim of a crime as a result, the property owner may be held liable for their negligence.

Negligent security cases can arise in various types of properties, including apartment complexes, hotels, shopping malls, parking garages, office buildings, and other commercial spaces. The Barrera Law Firm, PLLC, can assess your situation, gather evidence, and provide legal representation to help you pursue a negligent security claim.

Common Examples of Negligent Security

Negligent security can occur in various forms, depending on the property type, the location, and the nature of the incident. Common examples include:

  • Inadequate Lighting: Dark or poorly lit areas in parking lots, stairwells, hallways, and entryways can provide opportunities for criminal activity. Proper lighting is crucial to deter crime and ensure visibility.
  • Faulty Locks and Access Control: Broken or improperly functioning locks on doors, windows, and gates can make it easier for unauthorized individuals to gain access to restricted or private areas.
  • Lack of Security Personnel: In high-traffic or high-risk areas, a lack of trained security personnel can increase the likelihood of crimes such as theft, assault, or vandalism.
  • Broken Security Cameras: Security cameras serve as both a deterrent and a means of gathering evidence in the event of a crime. If cameras are not functioning, or if surveillance footage is not monitored or maintained, it can leave individuals vulnerable.
  • Inadequate Emergency Exits: Lack of adequate exits or poorly marked emergency exits can endanger individuals in the case of emergencies, such as assaults or other dangerous situations.
  • Failure to Warn: If property owners are aware of past criminal activities in or around their property but fail to provide adequate warnings or protections, they may be considered negligent.

Who is Liable for Negligent Security?

In Virginia, property owners have a responsibility to protect visitors and occupants by taking reasonable measures to prevent foreseeable crimes. Liability in a negligent security case typically falls on the property owner or business entity in control of the property, including landlords, property management companies, or business operators.

However, determining liability may require extensive investigation to establish that the property owner failed to take reasonable precautions, such as installing proper lighting or providing security guards, and that this failure directly led to an injury or criminal incident.

How Negligent Security Claims Work in Virginia

To establish a valid negligent security claim in Virginia, the following elements must be demonstrated:

  1. Duty of Care: The property owner or business entity owed a duty of care to provide reasonable security to individuals on their property.
  2. Breach of Duty: The property owner failed to meet this duty by neglecting necessary security measures, such as lighting, locks, or surveillance.
  3. Foreseeability: The crime or injury that occurred was foreseeable, meaning that similar incidents had occurred in the area, or there was a known security risk that the owner failed to address.
  4. Damages: As a result of the property owner’s negligence, the victim suffered physical, emotional, or financial harm.

When facing the aftermath of a crime or injury due to negligent security, working with an experienced attorney is critical. At The Barrera Law Firm, PLLC, we are committed to fighting for justice for our clients and holding negligent property owners accountable.


Contact us today at (571) 290-2390 to let our firm help you.


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