New York Negligent & Inadequate Security Lawyers
Negligent Security Claims in New York
Everyone deserves to feel safe when visiting a business, residence, or public property. Under New York premises liability law, property owners have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to protect lawful visitors from foreseeable harm, including criminal attacks.
What Is Negligent Security?
Negligent security is a type of premises liability claim that arises when a property owner fails to implement adequate security measures to prevent foreseeable criminal activity. Common examples of negligent security include:
- Broken or missing locks
- Poor lighting
- No or defective surveillance systems
- Lack of trained security personnel
- Discontinued or downgraded security measures
- Damaged fencing, doors, or windows
Whether a property owner is considered negligent depends on factors like the type of property, crime rates in the area, prior incidents, and what is considered reasonable security under the circumstances.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
Negligent parties may include:
- Landlords and property managers
- Bars, nightclubs, and restaurants
- Apartment complexes and hotels
- Malls and shopping centers
- Schools, daycare centers, and hospitals
- Government agencies (e.g., City of New York, New York City Transit Authority, MTA)
If a property owner or operator failed to act despite a foreseeable risk of criminal activity, they can be held liable—even if the crime was committed by a third party.
Do You Have a Case?
You may have a valid negligent security claim if:
- You were lawfully on the premises
- The crime was foreseeable
- The property lacked reasonable security
- You suffered injuries or damages as a result
Every case is fact specific. For example, what’s sufficient security at a small retail store may be inadequate for a nightclub or hospital.
What Damages Can You Recover?
Victims of negligent security may be entitled to compensation for:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical bills (both past and future)
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity
- Disability and disfigurement
- Mental trauma and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
We will:
- Investigate your attack and the crime history of the property
- Analyze whether reasonable security measures were in place
- Identify all potentially liable parties
- Build a strong case for compensation
- Push back when insurance companies try to avoid liability or blame the victim
We will recover every dollar you deserve!
Don’t Be a Victim Twice – Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462)
Our firm’s motto is Don’t Be a Victim Twice. Call 1-800-Victim2 (1-800-842-8462). The New York Negligent & Inadequate Security Lawyers at Greenstein & Pittari, LLP are here to help. We’ll evaluate your case, explain your legal options, and fight for the justice and compensation you deserve. We offer:
- Free consultations
- No fees unless we win
- Dedicated, compassionate legal representation
- Extensive experience in complex premises liability and negligent security claims
If you were the victim of an assault, robbery, or other violent crime due to inadequate security, call 1-800-Victim2 (1-800-842-8462). The New York City Negligent & Inadequate Security Lawyers at Greenstein & Pittari, LLP have represented negligent security victims throughout New York. We have seven convenient locations throughout New York. We maintain offices in Harlem, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Yonkers, and Nassau County. Your convenience is our top priority!