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Brooklyn Negligent Security Lawyer

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Brooklyn

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Brooklyn Negligent Security Lawyer

$50 Million

Brain Damaged Child

$21.5 Million

Wrongful Death

$10.3 Million

Pedestrian Injury

$8 Million

Smoke Inhalation

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Brooklyn Negligent Security Lawyers

When you leave the comfort of your own home, you deserve premises that are reasonably safe. Sadly, sometimes businesses, property owners, and others are negligent in protecting visitors, patrons, and guests. Negligent security can leave you with physical injuries, emotional trauma, lost property, and more.

If you think you may have been a victim, you might have legal options available. Injuries due to the negligence of a third party can result in a strong claim for compensation for you or your loved ones. Call to learn more about how Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP and one of our Brooklyn negligent security lawyers can help you during this challenging time. Our goal is to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome for you and your loved ones.

For a free legal consultation with a negligent security lawyer serving Brooklyn, call our team.

Potential Forms of Negligence You Can Sue For

Sometimes, businesses or public spaces are ill-equipped to protect visitors. This can lead to dangerous situations. Examples of negligence might include one or more of the following:

  • Poorly trained security personnel
  • Malfunctioning security cameras, locks, windows, doors, or fencing that may allow entrance to perpetrators with nefarious intentions
  • Lack of appropriate number of fire escapes or exits
  • Lack of smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and other emergency equipment
  • Failure to provide adequate security personnel
  • Guards or security workers falling asleep or failing to pay attention
  • Improperly reacting to a potentially dangerous scenario or failing to report an incident to the appropriate authorities

There are a seemingly endless number of ways in which security can fail, and unfortunately, many accidents and injuries could have been prevented if proper precautions were taken with regard to security. In the U.S., for example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately 1.2 million individuals visit the emergency room every year for assaults, many of which are related to failed security measures.

If you think you may have been the victim of a preventable crime or accident, negligent security could have played a role. You may have legal options as a victim, and there are several ways you could be feeling the aftermath of your accident.

For a free legal consultation with a negligent security lawyer serving Brooklyn, call (212) 732-2929

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Call for a free consultation with a member of our team today. The sooner you call us the sooner we can begin to build a strong claim for you. Don’t delay since you have a limited amount of time to pursue legal action.

If we agree to accept your case, you will not be required to pay us any money upfront.  We only earn a legal fee when you recover compensation.

Our attorneys bring years of experience to cases involving car and construction accidents, severe injuries, wrongful death, and numerous other types of personal injury.

Send us a message or call to reach our negligent security attorneys in Brooklyn.

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BICYCLE ACCIDENTS

BIRTH INJURIES

BRAIN INJURIES

BUS ACCIDENTS

CAR ACCIDENTS

CATASTROPHIC INJURIES

CHILDREN'S ACCIDENTS & INJURIES

CONSTRUCTION
ACCIDENTS

DAYCARE INJURIES

DEFECTIVE ROADWAY ACCIDENTS

DOG BITE INJURIES

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

NURSING HOME ABUSE

POLICE & FIREFIGHTER INJURIES

PRODUCT LIABILITY

SCHOOL INJURIES

SLIP & FALL ACCIDENTS

SUBWAY ACCIDENTS

TOXIC EXPOSURE

TRIP & FALL ACCIDENTS

TRUCK ACCIDENTS

WRONGFUL DEATH

Injuries and Losses You Can Include in Your Claim

Injuries and loss can manifest themselves in several different ways following a negligent security incident. You could experience short-term repercussions, along with changes to your life that last weeks, months, or even years. It is common for victims to suffer in physical, emotional, and financial ways.

Physical Harm

Security negligence can lead to violent altercations, as well as accidents that cause injury. This might include minor injuries such as bruises, cuts, or contusions, as well as more serious injuries such as sexual assaults or other physical attacks that could require medical care and even hospitalization. In tragic circumstances, a person could even lose their life due to security failures.

If you believe that negligent security caused any form of bodily harm to you or a loved one, you could have grounds to take legal action.

Emotional Suffering

Being the victim of a security negligence incident can cause you to lose trust in others, as well as fear, anxiety, sleeplessness, or even depression. The trauma of an accident or incident can even cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in some cases. It is not unusual for victims to require therapy or other forms of medical care following an assault, which can additionally lead to expensive medical bills.

Financial Loss

Physical or emotional injuries stemming from negligent security can lead to large medical bills, lost wages, and other forms of out-of-pocket expenses. If your injuries were the result of negligence, you may be able to be reimbursed for all of your financial losses from the incident.

You may have many questions about what you can do next after an assault or other injury on someone else’s property. Our lawyers will conduct a careful investigation of the facts of your incident, gather and secure evidence and determine if you have a strong claim for compensation. 

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Brain Damaged Child

$50 Million

A four-year-old boy was brought to the hospital for a routine eyelid repair. To cut costs, the hospital contracted out its anesthesia services to a third-party corporation.

Wrongful Death

$21.5 Million

This accident occurred in the Bronx when our client was working on a sanitation truck. The driver lost control while making a turn. Our client was ejected and the truck ran over his leg.

Pedestrian Injury

$10.3 Million

A 22-year-old theater intern was walking across the intersection of 42nd Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan when she was struck by the rear door of a passing truck which had flown open because it had been improperly secured by the driver.

MVA - Police Officer

$31 Million

A 35-year-old New York City Police officer was admitted to Jacobi Hospital with head and limb injuries after a collision.

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Staten Island Negligent Security Lawyers

When you leave a store, use a facility at your apartment complex, or walk to your vehicle after a long day at school, you should be able to do so without having to worry about encountering violence. If a property owner or other responsible party in Staten Island failed to provide ample security to keep their property reasonably safe, a negligent security lawsuit may be brought against them for any incidents that occur on their property. 

If you were injured by negligent security practices and need help understanding your legal rights, Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP is here to explain your rights to you. We will conduct a careful and thorough investigation of your incident. If we determine that your injuries could have been prevented if the property owner, management company, security service, or other party failed to act reasonably leading to your injuries, you may be entitled to recover substantial compensation for past and future pain and suffering, medical bills, mental health counseling, and lost wages.

Schedule your free initial consultation with our negligent security attorneys in Staten Island by calling us at today.

We Can Help You Fight to Recover Compensation

If you were hurt because of negligent security practices on another party’s property, our goal is to secure maximum financial recovery from the party whose negligence led to your injuries.

Besides any criminal claim that can be brought against your attacker by the District Attorney, our team of lawyers can bring a claim against those parties who had a legal duty to act reasonably to maintain safe premises such as the property owner, management company, security contractor, or others.

With our legal team’s help, you may be entitled to the following types of damages following an assault or other traumatic incident:

  • Pain and suffering for all physical or emotional injuries
  • Healthcare expenses for physical or psychological treatment
  • Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
  • Future pain and suffering if your injuries are deemed permanent
  • Any other expenses or damages unique to your claim resulting from your injuries

For a free legal consultation with a negligent security lawyer serving Staten Island, call (212) 732-2929

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Negligent Security Practices You Can Include in Your Claim

If you were robbed or assaulted on public or private property, you may have been hurt because of inadequate security measures. 

For example, the area where you were robbed or assaulted could have been:

  • Poorly lit or inviting to criminals
  • Improperly secured by malfunctioning locks
  • Staffed by people who were not properly screened through background checks
  • A place of frequent attacks or criminal activity
  • Not properly supervised or patrolled
  • Lacking security cameras

If any of the above-listed failures to secure a premises were factors that led to your assault, the property owner could be liable for your injuries and losses. Every case is unique and dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances of your incident.

Although property owners cannot prevent all crimes from occurring on their premises, they can implement certain measures to reduce the chances of incidents transpiring.

For example, a landlord might ensure their parking lot is always lit brightly, so criminals are less inclined to rob someone who is walking to their vehicle. The owner of an apartment complex might ensure their security gates are always working to deter unwelcome visitors from entering.

Unfortunately, not all property owners do this, which then leads to incidents occurring on their premises. If you were assaulted, robbed, or raped on public or private property, a Staten Island negligent security lawyer can investigate whether or not the owner of the property or other responsible party could be liable to pay you substantial compensation for your injuries.

How Do You Know if Negligent Security Practices Led to Your Injuries?

If you aren’t sure whether negligent security practices played a role in causing your incident to transpire, consider the following examples where faulty security measures led to violent incidents.

You Were Assaulted While Using an Amenity at Your Apartment Complex

Many apartment complexes have laundry rooms, gyms, and restrooms available for common use. These shared areas should be kept in a safe and well-maintained condition for residents, according to New York City Housing Preservation and Development.

If an apartment complex owner or operator fails to maintain or secure access to these areas (e.g., failing to repair a broken lock or access code) or neglects to replace light bulbs so that the area is well-lit when residents enter and leave, the owner or others could potentially be held liable for any incidents that occur.

You Were Robbed in a Parking Lot or at an ATM Due to Poor Lighting

Parking lots and ATMs are highly attractive to individuals who are looking to commit a crime and should, therefore, always be properly lit. Although lighting can’t always stop a criminal from taking advantage of someone else, if they know security cameras are watching and there is ample lighting that could help a bystander identify them, they may think twice about engaging in criminal behavior.

If you were robbed or assaulted in a parking lot due to poor lighting, we can review your case to determine what legal remedies are available for you to take. 

You Were Assaulted in a Public Restroom Due to Malfunctioning Locks

If you used a public restroom that didn’t have properly functioning locks and someone took advantage of you because of the lack of security, you may have a strong claim against the property owner or operator.

In the event you were assaulted in a public place where security measures were nonexistent or not functioning properly, a Staten Island negligent security lawyer can fight for you to obtain the compensation you deserve.

You Were Raped on a College Campus

Colleges offer classes in the early morning and in the evening. This means some students and staff must walk to their vehicles or to their dorm rooms at times when it is dark and there are limited people in the area.

Not only should the campus have adequate lighting during these times, but it should also consider having on-campus security guards monitoring the premises while students and staff are walking to and from their vehicles in the dark. Schools that neglect to provide their students and staff with reasonable security could be held liable for rape incidents that occur because of this.

Rape is a traumatic experience that can cause a person to suffer physically and psychologically. If you were raped on your school’s campus or someone else’s property, Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP could advocate for you and defend your rights.

We Seek Justice for Rape and Assault Victims

Anyone can be a victim of assault, rape, or robbery, and you could pursue justice for yourself. A Staten Island negligent security lawyer can help you with legal guidance and advice after an incident has occurred.

Although it might be intimidating or scary to report someone for causing you harm, there are attorneys ready and available to protect your rights and help you take legal action so that those who played a role in causing the incident are held accountable for their actions or inactions.

Call Our Attorneys Today to Get Started

If you were harmed on public or private property in Staten Island due to negligent security and would like to receive a free case review that will determine if you have a valid case against a property owner, contact Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP. Our consultation is confidential. If we decide to work together, you pay us nothing upfront. You only pay attorney’s fees if your case is successful.

Our attorneys have helped clients recover from car accidents, construction accidents, life-changing injuries, wrongful death, and many other types of personal injury cases.

New York law limits the amount of time you have to take legal action. If you do not act in time, you may be unable to recover the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to speak to our Staten Island negligent security lawyers.

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BICYCLE ACCIDENTS

BIRTH INJURIES

BRAIN INJURIES

BUS ACCIDENTS

CAR ACCIDENTS

CATASTROPHIC INJURIES

CHILDREN'S ACCIDENTS & INJURIES

CONSTRUCTION
ACCIDENTS

DAYCARE INJURIES

DEFECTIVE ROADWAY ACCIDENTS

DOG BITE INJURIES

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

NURSING HOME ABUSE

POLICE & FIREFIGHTER INJURIES

PRODUCT LIABILITY

SCHOOL INJURIES

SLIP & FALL ACCIDENTS

SUBWAY ACCIDENTS

TOXIC EXPOSURE

TRIP & FALL ACCIDENTS

TRUCK ACCIDENTS

WRONGFUL DEATH

Focused on Your Recovery

Brain Damaged Child

$50 Million

A four-year-old boy was brought to the hospital for a routine eyelid repair. To cut costs, the hospital contracted out its anesthesia services to a third-party corporation.

Wrongful Death

$21.5 Million

This accident occurred in the Bronx when our client was working on a sanitation truck. The driver lost control while making a turn. Our client was ejected and the truck ran over his leg.

Pedestrian Injury

$10.3 Million

A 22-year-old theater intern was walking across the intersection of 42nd Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan when she was struck by the rear door of a passing truck which had flown open because it had been improperly secured by the driver.

MVA - Police Officer

$31 Million

A 35-year-old New York City Police officer was admitted to Jacobi Hospital with head and limb injuries after a collision.

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Stay in the Know

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Negligent Security Lawyer Manhattan

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Manhattan

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Negligent Security Lawyer Manhattan

$50 Million

Brain Damaged Child

$21.5 Million

Wrongful Death

$10.3 Million

Pedestrian Injury

$8 Million

Smoke Inhalation

See More Case Results

Over half a billion won for our clients. Click to view all our results.
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Manhattan Negligent Security Lawyers

New York law requires property owners, managers, tenants, and others to take reasonable measures to provide security for all persons on a property. 

There are a wide variety of ways that injuries could result from negligent security, which could include:

  • Failing to ensure that doors and windows are properly secured
  • Ignoring prior criminal incidents or signs of unsafe conditions
  • Improper maintenance or placement of surveillance cameras or other safety equipment
  • Poor lighting
  • Failing to hire security personnel to patrol the premises
  • Hiring incompetent, unqualified, or untrained security personnel

If you were injured due to these negligent security measures, do not delay in reaching out to Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP. You may be entitled to substantial financial compensation for your physical, emotional, and financial damages. 

Legal Representation on a Contingency-Fee Basis

After being injured due to negligent security measures, you should not worry about how you will pay for lawyers who will fight for you. Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP operates on a contingency-fee basis. This means that if we accept your case, you will not be required to pay us any money upfront. We only earn a legal fee when you recover compensation.

Types of Compensable Injuries

If the evidence shows that you sustained injuries as the result of negligence of a property owner, property manager, tenant, security company, or others, New York law entitles you to demand fair and reasonable compensation for each and every type of physical, emotional, and financial damage you sustained. 

For a free legal consultation with a negligent security lawyer serving Manhattan, call (212) 732-2929

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Some examples of physical, emotional, and financial injuries that can result from negligent security include:

  • Broken or fractured bones
  • A traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Rape or other sexual assault
  • A sexually transmitted disease
  • Facial trauma and disfigurement
  • Sprains and strains
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Unpaid medical or therapy bills
  • Lacerations, abrasions, and contusions
  • Lost wages

Our firm is eager to learn about the unique circumstances of your case so we can fight for you.

Examples of Recoverable Losses

After getting hurt, you may have incurred many different types of expenses. Many of these expenses, also known as “damages,” can be included in your personal injury case.

Your damages will be split into two categories: Economic and non-economic damages. Sometimes, claimants can receive something known as “punitive damages,” but this typically only happens in cases of egregious negligence. 

Per the American Bar Association (ABA), examples of recoverable damages in your negligent security case may include:

  • Pain and suffering (past, future, and permanent)
  • Healthcare costs for all medical treatment and equipment
  • Lost income
  • Reduced future earning capacity

You may be entitled to seek other forms of compensation beyond these types of damages — every case is unique.

The Attorneys at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP Are Here for You

We are eager to address the obstacles in your case because we do not back down from a challenge, even if that means taking your case to trial. Our Manhattan negligent security lawyers can serve as your guide and protector of your legal rights.

Send us a message or call to reach our negligent security attorneys in Manhattan.

How We Can Help

BICYCLE ACCIDENTS

BIRTH INJURIES

BRAIN INJURIES

BUS ACCIDENTS

CAR ACCIDENTS

CATASTROPHIC INJURIES

CHILDREN'S ACCIDENTS & INJURIES

CONSTRUCTION
ACCIDENTS

DAYCARE INJURIES

DEFECTIVE ROADWAY ACCIDENTS

DOG BITE INJURIES

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

NURSING HOME ABUSE

POLICE & FIREFIGHTER INJURIES

PRODUCT LIABILITY

SCHOOL INJURIES

SLIP & FALL ACCIDENTS

SUBWAY ACCIDENTS

TOXIC EXPOSURE

TRIP & FALL ACCIDENTS

TRUCK ACCIDENTS

WRONGFUL DEATH

Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Case

You may have lost a loved one as a result of negligent security practices. At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP, we understand how devastating it can be to lose a loved one unexpectedly. We want to be a source of comfort and support during this challenging time.

Through a wrongful death claim or lawsuit, we can help you recover the following damages, if applicable:

  • Funeral bills
  • Cremation/burial expenses
  • Your loved one’s final healthcare expenses
  • Costs associated with placing your loved one in hospice
  • Damage to a marital relationship
  • Pain and suffering before death
  • Loss of income
  • Loss of guidance

Because of New York’s statute of limitations, you have a restricted amount of time to seek compensation through a lawsuit. If you do not file your case before the state’s deadline expires, you may be prevented from recovering the compensation you deserve, as the ABA notes. The team of lawyers at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP is standing by to help you.



Call or complete a free case evaluation form to get in touch with our Manhattan negligent security lawyers.

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Considerations After Being Injured Due to Negligent Security Practices

With Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP on your side, we can focus on the legal details of investigating your injuries, locating and preserving evidence, filing claims on time, and building a strong claim so you can focus on your own recovery. 

Until you hire a lawyer to protect you, follow this simple advice:

Call the Police and Report Your Incident

In many negligent security cases, having a police report or investigation of the facts of your incident can be very helpful in proving your claim. If at all possible, call the police immediately after the incident and ask that they perform a complete investigation.

You may still have a strong claim without a police investigation, but this information may result in a better outcome. Failing to call the police to report the incident may be used against you.

Obtain Immediate Medical Attention

Your claim for damages will depend upon the evidence of your physical or emotional injuries. Medical records from EMS, hospitals, doctors, therapists, and other medical professionals are extremely important in proving your claim.

If you delay in obtaining treatment for your injuries, you may weaken the value of your case. Seek medical evaluation and treatment of your injuries as soon as possible.

Keep Off Social Media

Many people view social media as a way to convey important information to family and friends. Following the incident that harmed you, you may want to post about the event as a means of getting support. However, we recommend against this — statements or photographs that you post may be used against you.

Follow Through with Your Doctor’s Recommendations

Your health and well-being should be your top priority after being harmed due to negligent security practices. Your doctor’s advice is intended to help you get your life back on track.

If they say you should take certain medications on a daily basis, you should do so. If you have follow-up appointments, you should keep them. The information you get from your doctor could not only provide you with evidence to build your case, but it could also prevent the other party from disputing the severity of your injuries.

Focused on Your Recovery

Brain Damaged Child

$50 Million

A four-year-old boy was brought to the hospital for a routine eyelid repair. To cut costs, the hospital contracted out its anesthesia services to a third-party corporation.

Wrongful Death

$21.5 Million

This accident occurred in the Bronx when our client was working on a sanitation truck. The driver lost control while making a turn. Our client was ejected and the truck ran over his leg.

Pedestrian Injury

$10.3 Million

A 22-year-old theater intern was walking across the intersection of 42nd Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan when she was struck by the rear door of a passing truck which had flown open because it had been improperly secured by the driver.

MVA - Police Officer

$31 Million

A 35-year-old New York City Police officer was admitted to Jacobi Hospital with head and limb injuries after a collision.

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Stay in the Know

Read Our Personal Injury Blog

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Negligent Security Lawyer

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Bronx

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Negligent Security Lawyer

$50 Million

Brain Damaged Child

$21.5 Million

Wrongful Death

$10.3 Million

Pedestrian Injury

$8 Million

Smoke Inhalation

See More Case Results

Over half a billion won for our clients. Click to view all our results.
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Bronx Negligent Security Lawyer

Ensuring your safety by taking adequate security measures is the responsibility of property owners and other parties. You may have the right to hold another responsible if these measures were overlooked or neglected and you were injured as a result.

If you’ve been the victim of an attack that could have been prevented through proper security measures, you deserve an advocate who will stand up for you. At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP, our Bronx negligent security lawyers have worked with victims like you. We understand the physical and emotional trauma you’ve experienced and will fight to hold the negligent parties accountable.

If You Were Hurt on a Property, the Owner Could Be Liable

There may be no way to eliminate the risk of an assault entirely, but there are a number of security measures that every property owner and others can and should take to protect the safety of visitors, residents, and others.

Many attack victims are under the incorrect assumption that their only legal recourse option is to bring criminal charges against their attacker. Negligent security falls under the umbrella of premises liability cases. Negligent security cases involve situations where a property owner or other party’s failure to provide adequate security leaves you victim to crimes of opportunity.

If you’ve been the victim of an attack, you could have a number of options. A Bronx negligent security lawyer can explain your rights and could support you in bringing a premises liability claim against the owner, tenant, or property manager of the property where you were attacked. In some instances, you may also be able to bring a claim against a party who was hired to provide security at the premises.

At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP, we will perform a careful and thorough investigation of the facts and circumstances of your assault, gather and preserve evidence and build a strong claim for maximum compensation.

For a free legal consultation with a negligent security lawyer serving the Bronx, call (212) 732-2929

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If You Were Hurt on a Property, the Owner Could Be Liable

There may be no way to eliminate the risk of an assault entirely, but there are a number of security measures that every property owner and others can and should take to protect the safety of visitors, residents, and others.

Many attack victims are under the incorrect assumption that their only legal recourse option is to bring criminal charges against their attacker. Negligent security falls under the umbrella of premises liability cases. Negligent security cases involve situations where a property owner or other party’s failure to provide adequate security leaves you victim to crimes of opportunity.

If you’ve been the victim of an attack, you could have a number of options. A Bronx negligent security lawyer can explain your rights and could support you in bringing a premises liability claim against the owner, tenant, or property manager of the property where you were attacked. In some instances, you may also be able to bring a claim against a party who was hired to provide security at the premises.

At Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP, we will perform a careful and thorough investigation of the facts and circumstances of your assault, gather and preserve evidence and build a strong claim for maximum compensation.

We Can Help You Seek Compensation for Pain and Suffering and Property Damages

If our investigation reveals that a property owner or other responsible party failed to act reasonably to provide adequate security at the premises and those failures led to serious physical or emotional injuries, you may be entitled to recover substantial compensation for each and every type of damage you sustained including:

  • Pain and suffering, mental anguish, and diminished quality of life
  • Current and future medical bills
  • Physical therapy and rehabilitation services
  • Current and future lost wages
  • Current and future reductions in earning capacity as a result of physical or emotional injuries
  • Property damages

No amount of financial compensation can erase the trauma of what you’ve experienced. However, a fair and just settlement can allow you the ability to focus on your physical and emotional recovery while compensating you for the injustice of your assault.

The Statute of Limitations in Your Case

If you feel that your assault was due to negligent security, call a qualified team of lawyers as soon as possible. In New York State, you generally have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit.

When you give us a call, we can explain more about the filing deadlines that could apply to your case. If you fail to bring your claim by the applicable filing deadline, you may be forever barred from recovering the compensation you would otherwise deserve.

Send us a message or call to reach our negligent security attorneys in Bronx.

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Call Today for a Free Consultation with Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP

Violent crimes have the ability to completely upend your life in minutes. Fighting for the compensation you deserve can take years. A Bronx negligent security lawyer from Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP can fight for the best possible outcome for your case.

Our legal team operates on a contingency-fee-basis, so you pay nothing for our services until you collect a settlement or jury award. The initial consultation with a member of our team is free, and we will happily answer any questions you have and advise you on how to move forward.

Our experienced team has assisted personal injury victims with claims involving car accidents, construction accidents, wrongful death, and other serious injuries.

Call or complete a free case evaluation form to get in touch with our Bronx negligent security lawyers.

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We Can Take the Stress Out of Building a Case

If you have been injured in an assault, contact an experienced and dedicated team of lawyers to fight for you as soon as possible. Building an effective negligent security claim usually requires an investigation while the evidence of your attack is available and before it is lost forever.Some of the types of actions we may take to build your claim include:

  • Conducting a site visit and taking photographs
  • Securing video footage
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Retaining an expert in premises security to analyze the facts
  • Obtaining all police and internal investigation records
  • Canvassing the neighborhood
  • Researching crime statistics for the location of the assault
  • Collecting all medical and hospital records that document your injuries

Once we have gathered the necessary evidence to build your case, we will negotiate with the at-fault party or parties for the best possible settlement for you that takes into consideration all of your damages.

Focused on Your Recovery

Brain Damaged Child

$50 Million

A four-year-old boy was brought to the hospital for a routine eyelid repair. To cut costs, the hospital contracted out its anesthesia services to a third-party corporation.

Wrongful Death

$21.5 Million

This accident occurred in the Bronx when our client was working on a sanitation truck. The driver lost control while making a turn. Our client was ejected and the truck ran over his leg.

Pedestrian Injury

$10.3 Million

A 22-year-old theater intern was walking across the intersection of 42nd Street and Ninth Avenue in Manhattan when she was struck by the rear door of a passing truck which had flown open because it had been improperly secured by the driver.

MVA - Police Officer

$31 Million

A 35-year-old New York City Police officer was admitted to Jacobi Hospital with head and limb injuries after a collision.

Explore All Results

Stay in the Know

Read Our Personal Injury Blog

Work with Our Team

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Queens Negligent Security Lawyers

Few things are more traumatic than being the victim of a violent crime. If you’ve been attacked due to the failure of a property owner to keep you safe, you have more options for legal recourse than you might realize. Our Queens negligent security attorneys can walk you through how the concept of premises liability can enable you to secure the compensation you deserve.

Serving Queens and the surrounding boroughs since 1988, Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP has successfully secured over $500 million in verdicts and settlements for injury victims and their families. If you have been harmed in an attack that could have been prevented, our team is dedicated to fighting for you and your family. Your initial consultation is free of charge, and all additional services are free until you win.

How to Determine Whether You Have a Valid Premises Liability Case

Attack victims are often under the mistaken impression that their attacker is solely responsible for their traumatic experience. In reality, property owners and other parties are legally required to take reasonable precautions to ensure your safety. Failure to do so may constitute negligent security. These kinds of cases fall under the umbrella of premises liability law.

Some examples of negligent security practices include:

  • Inadequate or defective lighting
  • Broken or missing locks
  • Poorly vetted and trained security personnel
  • Defective or missing security cameras
  • Lack of protective windows
  • Ignoring a history of dangerous or criminal activity
  • Defective or missing fences, gates, and exterior doors

If your attack was the result of any of these inadequate security measures, you have a legal right to hold the owner of the property or another party responsible for compensating you for your physical and emotional injuries and losses.

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Our Attorneys Can Help You Prove that Negligent Security Measures Caused Your Damages

Premises liability law requires property owners and others to take all reasonable precautions to ensure safety. Determining what qualifies as reasonable and adequate security measures depends on a number of factors, including the crime rate within the neighborhood, the nature of a business itself, and the specific layout of the property.

To prove liability, a Queens negligent security lawyer at Dansker & Aspromonte Associates LLP will conduct a full investigation into your attack. When you have a lawyer from our team on your side, we can:

  • Investigate the property to identify inadequate lighting, broken locks, broken alarm systems, and other signs of negligent security
  • Consult with local law enforcement to determine if your attack was foreseeable based on the rate of similar crimes in the area
  • Gather evidence to support the claim that the property owner either was aware of the lack of security or should have been aware of the issue
  • Consult experts for testimony outlining how proper security precautions could have prevented your attack

Types of Damages You Can Claim

We will fight for maximum compensation for every injury you sustained and may continue to experience in the future. 

Some of the typical areas of compensation you may be entitled to recover in a negligent security case, per the American Bar Association (ABA), may include:

  • Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the physical pain, mental anguish, and lost enjoyment of life you suffered because of your assault.  If medical evidence supports that your injuries are permanent, you may also be entitled to recover money for future pain and suffering for the rest of your life.
  • Medical expenses: This includes the cost of all current and future medical costs of doctors’ visits, medications, rehabilitation services, and more.
  • Loss of income: This includes compensation for an immediate inability to return to work, as well as any diminished earning capacity in the future. This inability to return to work can be the result of physical or emotional injuries.
  • Property damage costs: This includes any damages to personal property that resulted from your attack.

There may be other costs that you have incurred. You are entitled to recover for any money you paid out-of-pocket, such as accommodations around your home, medications, transportation, or medical equipment.

Start the Claims Process Today Before You Miss Your Time to File

We will do our best to negotiate a fair settlement out of court but are not afraid to litigate in front of a judge or jury to seek the compensation you deserve. Our initial consultation is free, and all services are provided on a contingency fee basis. That means we do not collect our fee until you collect your settlement or jury verdict.

Don’t delay —if you’ve been involved in construction accidents, your time to file a claim is limited, and if you fail to file a claim by the deadline, you may be forever prevented from recovering the compensation you deserve.

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Un joven con discapacidad de desarrollo fue golpeado por un autobús de la ciudad mientras cruzaba una intersección, resultando en su trágica muerte. Este caso refleja la experiencia de la firma en casos de accidentes fatales de peatones.
Un ayudante de camarero de 20 años fue atropellado por un automóvil en Ocean Parkway en Brooklyn, lo que lo dejó en coma y con graves lesiones cerebrales.
Una contadora que caminaba después del trabajo en Battery Park fue atropellada por una motoneta de la policía que iba a gran velocidad, resultando en lesiones significativas.
Una pasante de teatro de 22 años caminaba por la intersección de la calle 42 y la Novena Avenida en Manhattan cuando fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que no estaba asegurada correctamente. Sufrió lesiones graves como resultado.
La Sra. Y-H, pasajera en un tren del metro que descarriló, fue lanzada dentro del vagón y sufrió múltiples fracturas y una lesión cerebral traumática.
Un ayudante de camarero de 20 años fue atropellado por un automóvil en Ocean Parkway en Brooklyn, lo que lo dejó en estado de coma y con lesiones cerebrales graves.
Un repartidor en bicicleta de 26 años fue golpeado por una camioneta Dollar Rent-A- Car que iba a gran velocidad en una intersección concurrida, lo que resultó en múltiples fracturas y daño cerebral leve.
Christian, un niño de 4 años, sufrió daño cerebral severo después de una cirugía rutinaria de párpados caídos en el hospital. Para reducir costos, el hospital subcontrató los servicios de anestesia a una corporación que empleaba principalmente enfermeras anestesistas en lugar de médicos capacitados.
Un niño sufrió lesiones graves después de caerse mientras corría detrás de su autobús escolar y ser atropellado por las ruedas traseras. Este caso demuestra la habilidad de la firma para obtener compensación en accidentes que involucran autobuses escolares y menores.
Un joven chino con discapacidad de desarrollo fue golpeado por un autobús de la ciudad mientras cruzaba una intersección. Este trágico caso de accidente de autobús demuestra la experiencia de la firma en casos de accidentes con transporte público.
La Sra. Y-H era una pasajera en un tren del metro que descarriló. Fue lanzada dentro del vagón y sufrió múltiples fracturas y una lesión cerebral traumática, lo cual destaca la habilidad de la firma para manejar casos complejos de transporte público.
Un ayudante de camarero de 20 años fue atropellado por un automóvil en Ocean Parkway en Brooklyn, sufriendo lesiones graves, incluyendo un coma. Aunque es un caso de peatón, el incidente involucra un vehículo y demuestra la experiencia de la firma en manejar accidentes graves de tránsito.
A pesar de que este caso fue referido a Dansker & Aspromonte 17 años después del accidente, el equipo obtuvo un veredicto impresionante al demostrar que las condiciones de la carretera mojada contribuyeron al accidente grave.
En uno de los casos más trágicos, dos madres y cuatro adolescentes se dirigían a una competencia de natación en la autopista New York State Thruway cuando se sospechó que una llanta estaba desinflada, y la conductora detuvo la camioneta en el carril de circulación, causando un accidente fatal.
Este caso involucró a una niña de 6 años que estaba en una camioneta que fue golpeada por una ambulancia en un choque de múltiples vehículos en Long Island, resultando en fracturas graves que requirieron varias cirugías.
Una oficial de la Policía de la Ciudad de Nueva York de 35 años sufrió lesiones graves mientras era pasajera en un automóvil policial en camino a una llamada de emergencia.
Un carpintero de 46 años cayó de una escalera que resbaló en el sitio de trabajo, lo que le causó lesiones significativas. Este caso ilustra la experiencia de la firma en accidentes de equipo defectuoso en entornos de construcción.
Un carpintero de 30 años cayó de una escalera en un sitio de trabajo en una tienda minorista, resultando en lesiones graves. Este caso subraya la capacidad de la firma para asegurar compensación en accidentes de caídas en proyectos de construcción.
Un inmigrante mexicano sin documentación cayó 30 pies desde un andamio en un sitio de construcción, sufriendo lesiones graves al impactar contra el cemento. Este caso demuestra la experiencia de la firma en caídas en el lugar de trabajo, comunes en la construcción.
Un trabajador de construcción sufrió fracturas en el hombro, clavícula, costillas y cadera, además de lesiones internas que requirieron múltiples cirugías. Este caso destaca la habilidad de la firma para manejar lesiones graves en el lugar de trabajo.
Baby S. was born with a congenital hip dislocation that was not diagnosed or treated properly, leading to a permanent deformity. Although a birth injury, this case emphasizes the firm’s experience with young children suffering from negligence-related injuries.
A young boy sustained severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures, after he slipped while running after his school bus and was subsequently run over. This case demonstrates the firm’s experience with child injuries involving negligence and transportation safety, relevant to daycare environments.
A baby suffered nerve damage (Erb’s Palsy) due to excessive force during a complicated delivery. This case underscores the firm’s capability in securing justice for young children affected by negligence, a crucial aspect of daycare-related injury cases.
A young girl suffered a severe injury when her ring finger was severed after it became caught in a gap while she slid down a slide at an NYC school playground. This case highlights the firm's experience in handling injuries to children due to unsafe playground equipment.
A 30-year-old carpenter fell from a ladder while working on a job site in a retail store, resulting in serious injuries. This case emphasizes the firm's experience with ladder- related accidents, which are frequent in construction settings.
An undocumented immigrant working on scaffolding at a construction site fell 30 feet onto the cement, resulting in extensive injuries. This case highlights the firm's expertise in handling severe fall injuries common on construction sites.
A construction worker suffered fractures of the shoulder, clavicle, ribs, and hip, as well as internal injuries that required multiple surgeries. This case underscores the severity of construction injuries and the firm's ability to secure significant settlements.
This tragic accident occurred when our client, a sanitation worker, was ejected from his truck in the Bronx after the driver lost control. He was fatally injured when the truck ran over his leg. This case demonstrates the firm's experience with wrongful death claims involving vehicles.
Maria, a housekeeper, was fatally injured when she was struck by a school bus in Brooklyn. She was thrown over 25 feet, suffering life-ending injuries. This case illustrates the firm's ability to pursue justice in severe pedestrian accident cases resulting in fatalities.
Our client, a NYC Parks Department employee, was preparing his truck to spread salt on Staten Island's roads during a snowy night. Tragically, he was struck and killed, underscoring the firm's experience with fatal vehicle accidents involving workplace and road safety.
A 21-year-old developmentally disabled young man was fatally struck by a City bus while walking with friends after school. This wrongful death case demonstrates the firm’s commitment to securing justice in fatal pedestrian and vehicle collision cases.
In one of the most tragic cases handled by the firm, two mothers and their four teenagers were driving to a high school swimming meet when the vehicle had a suspected flat tire. The mother stopped the van in the moving lane, resulting in a fatal accident. This high-profile case highlights the firm's ability to handle complex, fatal freeway accidents.
This tragic accident occurred when our client, a sanitation worker, was ejected from his truck in the Bronx after the driver lost control. He was fatally injured when the truck ran over his leg. This case demonstrates the firm's experience with wrongful death claims involving vehicles.
Un trabajador de construcción de 50 años estaba montando su bicicleta cuando cayó debido a un defecto en la carretera y sufrió pequeñas fracturas y daños cognitivos leves.
Un trabajador de mantenimiento de 31 años golpeó un sensor de presión de control de tráfico de la ciudad de Nueva York mientras montaba su bicicleta. Debido a un mal mantenimiento del sensor, el trabajador sufrió lesiones graves.
Una mujer y su novio estaban andando en bicicleta cuando entraron en un sitio de excavación sin protección en una zona completamente oscura bajo un paso elevado. La bicicleta de Rhonda cayó en un pozo y su cara se estrelló contra la carretera.
Un repartidor en bicicleta de 26 años fue golpeado por una camioneta Dollar Rent-A- Car que iba a gran velocidad en una intersección concurrida, causando múltiples fracturas en el cuello, espalda, brazo y pierna, así como daños cerebrales leves.
Un recién nacido sufrió daño en los nervios y parálisis parcial del brazo izquierdo debido al uso de fuerza excesiva durante un parto complicado en el que debería haberse realizado una cesárea.
Una joven madre primeriza sufrió lesiones graves debido a la negligencia médica del personal en el Hospital Beekman Downtown, causando complicaciones durante el parto.
Un bombero de 42 años se cortó la pierna mientras luchaba contra un incendio. Aunque recibió tratamiento en la clínica, la falta de atención adecuada resultó en lesiones graves que afectaron su vida.
Un niño de 4 años sufrió daño cerebral severo después de una cirugía de párpados caídos. El hospital había contratado servicios de anestesia a una corporación que empleaba principalmente enfermeras anestesistas en lugar de médicos capacitados.
Un guardia de seguridad resbaló en una superficie helada frente a un edificio propiedad de Metropolitan Life, lo que le causó una fractura de rodilla.
Una asistente de salud en el hogar de 56 años tropezó con un cable expuesto que se extendía desde una cabina telefónica en la plataforma del metro, resultando en una lesión que requirió un reemplazo de rodilla.
Un conductor de servicio se bajó de su vehículo para recoger dinero en el carril de un Burger King cuando cayó a través de una rejilla de alcantarillado rota, resultando en una caída de 4 pies y lesiones significativas.
Un trabajador de construcción indocumentado cayó desde un andamio a 30 pies de altura, impactando contra el cemento y sufriendo lesiones graves. Este caso muestra la experiencia de la firma en caídas graves en el trabajo, que se relacionan con incidentes de resbalones y caídas en entornos peligrosos.
Un niño de 16 años fue atropellado por un camión que estaba retrocediendo lentamente y quedó atrapado contra una pared, sufriendo una grave laceración en el bazo, que tuvo que ser removido.
Un empleado del Departamento de Parques de Nueva York fue golpeado por un camión mientras preparaba su vehículo para esparcir sal en una carretera nevada en Staten Island, lo que resultó en su fallecimiento.
Dos madres y sus cuatro adolescentes estaban en camino a una competencia de natación cuando el vehículo en el que viajaban tuvo una falla en la llanta y fue detenido en un carril de tráfico, resultando en un trágico accidente en la autopista con un camión.
Una pasante de teatro de 22 años fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que se abrió repentinamente debido a una falla de seguridad del conductor mientras caminaba en la calle 42 y Novena Avenida en Manhattan, resultando en lesiones graves.
Un empleado del Departamento de Parques de Nueva York fue atropellado fatalmente por un camión mientras preparaba su vehículo para esparcir sal en una carretera nevada en Staten Island.
Un hombre de 49 años falleció al caer por el hueco de un ascensor cuando las puertas se abrieron sin que la cabina estuviera en el piso correcto. La familia recibió una compensación significativa por esta trágica pérdida.
En un caso trágico, dos madres y sus cuatro adolescentes se dirigían a una competencia de natación en la autopista New York State Thruway cuando su vehículo tuvo un fallo en la llanta. La conductora detuvo la camioneta en el carril de circulación, lo que resultó en un accidente fatal.
Este accidente ocurrió en el Bronx cuando Rafael C. estaba trabajando en un camión de saneamiento. El conductor perdió el control al girar el vehículo.
Una pasante de teatro de 22 años caminaba por la intersección de la calle 42 y la Novena Avenida en Manhattan cuando fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que pasaba cuando la puerta abrio volando porque no había sido asegurado correctamente por el conductor.Una pasante de teatro de 22 años caminaba por la intersección de la calle 42 y la Novena Avenida en Manhattan cuando fue golpeada por la puerta trasera de un camión que pasaba cuando la puerta abrio volando porque no había sido asegurado correctamente por el conductor.
En uno de los casos más trágicos que ha visto esta oficina, dos madres y sus cuatro adolescentes conducían a una reunión de natación de la escuela secundaria en el New York State Thruway en una camioneta.
Un bombero de 42 años, que antes había corrido más de 30 maratones, se cortó la pierna mientras luchaba contra un incendio.
Un Oficial de la Policía de la Ciudad de Nueva York de 35 años era una pasajera en un automóvil de la policía que iba a una llamada de emergencia.
An undocumented Mexican immigrant working on scaffolding at a construction site fell 30 feet onto the cement. He fractured his skull and vertebrae in his neck and back. It was shown at trial that the company he worked for failed to provide him with a safety line, which would have prevented his fall.
Julio, 16, was an outpatient at the Manhattan Children’s Psychiatric Hospital where he attended school and got psychiatric counseling and supportive therapy every day. The NYC Board of Ed operated the school. One day after school, Julio ran after his bus, which was leaving without him. He slipped and was run over by the back wheels, sustaining severe injuries, including bilateral hip fractures and a shearing injury to his buttocks. Board of Ed rules required that Julio was to be escorted to the bus. The NYCTA denied liability, claiming they weren’t negligent because Julio ran after the bus. The City denied liability because they claimed the school day was over. At trial, both the Board of Ed who had knowledge of Julio’s poor impulse control and was required to put him safely on the bus, and the NYCTA whose bus driver saw Julio running and made no effort to slow or stop the bus were found to be responsible.
Baby Taylor C. – Taylor’s mother had gained over 50 pounds during the pregnancy, was past due, and had a prolonged first stage and second stage of delivery. These are warning signs of an overly large baby. Baby Taylor was 9 lbs. 13 oz. Instead of delivery by C-section, which was clearly indicated, the attending physician elected a natural birth. When the baby was stuck in the pelvic area, excessive force was used to pull her out, injuring the nerves in her neck and causing partial paralysis of her left arm. The condition is known as Erbs Palsy. The case was settled during the trial. Fortunately, Baby Taylor’s injury improved over time.
Ayisha W- A young girl slid down a sliding pond in the playground of an NYC school. The slide was not installed properly and there was a gap between the metal on the side of the slide. As Ayisha slid down, her ring finger went into the gap and the top of it was cut off. The City argued that since it was just the tip of her finger it was not worth much money. At trial, it was proved that Ayisha had a devastating emotional reaction that affected every aspect of her life and self-esteem. The jury agreed.