Holding Property Owners Accountable for Unsafe Conditions
When a property owner fails to provide proper security—and someone is injured as a result—the consequences can be life-altering. Assaults, robberies, and violent attacks frequently occur in locations where property management ignored warnings, failed to act, or neglected basic safety protocols.
At Rideout Law Group, our Arizona personal injury attorneys fight for victims of negligent security in Scottsdale, Lake Havasu City, Phoenix, and surrounding communities in Maricopa and Mohave County. If you were harmed because a business or landlord failed to provide a safe environment, you may be entitled to compensation.
What Is Security Negligence?
Security negligence—also called negligent security—occurs when a property owner fails to take reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable criminal activity.
Common examples of negligent security include:
- Lack of security guards in high-risk areas
- Poor lighting in parking lots, hotels, walkways, or apartment complexes
- Broken locks, gates, or doors
- No surveillance or poorly maintained cameras
- Ignored tenant complaints or previous crime incidents
- Untrained or improperly supervised security personnel
- No safety protocols at bars, clubs, or events
If a property owner knew or should have known of potential danger and failed to act, they may be held legally responsible.
Where Negligent Security Happens Most
Our attorneys have handled security negligence cases at:
- Hotels and resorts
- Apartment complexes and student housing
- Nightclubs and bars
- Shopping malls and retail centers
- Parking lots and garages
- Gas stations
- Office buildings
- College campuses
- Airbnb and Vrbo properties
- Public event venues
If you were attacked, assaulted, or injured on someone else’s property, you may have a valid claim.
Injuries Common in Negligent Security Cases
Victims of security negligence often suffer:
- Assault and battery injuries
- Sexual assault trauma
- Gunshot or stab wounds
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- PTSD, anxiety, and lasting emotional trauma
Property owners are legally obligated to protect guests, tenants, and visitors. When they don’t, victims have the right to seek justice.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
Negligent security lawsuits may hold multiple parties accountable, including:
- Commercial or residential property owners
- Landlords and leasing companies
- Event organizers
- Security firms
- Property management companies
- Business operators
Our legal team investigates crime history, prior complaints, maintenance records, and security policies to determine liability.
Compensation for Victims of Negligent Security
If you’ve been harmed due to inadequate security, a claim can help you recover:
- Medical bills and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Emotional distress and psychological trauma
- Pain and suffering
- Disability or permanent injuries
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages (if a loved one was killed)
At Rideout Law Group, we pursue maximum compensation for every client.
Local Experience in Security Negligence Cases
Scottsdale Negligent Security Lawyer
In Scottsdale, we represent victims of attacks at:
- Old Town nightclubs and bars
- Apartment complexes near ASU, Tempe, and Phoenix
- Resorts, hotels, and short-term rentals
- Retail centers along Scottsdale Rd and Loop 101
Our Scottsdale office serves Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Peoria, Laveen, Avondale, and beyond.
📍 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 225, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
📞 (480) 584-3328
Lake Havasu Negligent Security Lawyer
In Mohave County, negligent security often occurs at:
- Waterfront restaurants and tourist bars
- Hotels and lakefront motels
- Rental properties and apartment complexes
- Event venues near the London Bridge
Our Lake Havasu legal team understands the unique safety risks in Arizona’s resort towns.
📍 2800 Sweetwater Ave, Suite A104, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
📞 (928) 854-8181
Why Victims Choose Rideout Law Group
- ✅ Experienced personal injury and civil litigation attorneys
- ✅ Aggressive litigation against negligent property owners
- ✅ Local knowledge of Scottsdale & Mohave County courts
- ✅ Compassionate legal support and clear communication
- ✅ We don’t let insurance companies shift blame to victims
Our team brings decades of combined trial experience and media-recognized leadership in high-profile cases.
Injured Due to Negligent Security? Contact Us Today.
If you were assaulted or harmed because of inadequate property security, you have legal rights. Our attorneys are ready to hold property owners accountable and fight for your recovery.
📞 Scottsdale: (480) 584-3328
📞 Lake Havasu: (928) 854-8181
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This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal guidance specific to your situation, please contact a licensed attorney at Rideout Law Group.