Cases involving injuries caused by third-party criminal acts are among the most challenging to pursue. The law is generally unfavorable to plaintiffs in these situations, especially when establishing foreseeability and legal duty in the face of sudden, violent acts. From the outset, the defendant maintained that the shooting was entirely unforeseeable and bore no responsibility for the harm caused.
We litigated the case aggressively, uncovering critical yet difficult-to-obtain evidence that pointed to systemic failures and a troubling breakdown in basic safety protocols. The defendant fought us at every turn, resisting discovery, downplaying warning signs, and refusing to acknowledge any lapse in security procedures.
Despite these hurdles and the inherent difficulty of assigning liability in a case involving third-party criminal conduct, we refused to back down. Through persistence, careful strategy, and a relentless pursuit of the truth, we secured a $30 million settlement that will provide our client with the long-term care and support they need and deserve.
