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When a hotel, apartment complex, parking garage, or business in Gainesville fails to provide adequate security, the people they serve can pay a devastating price. If you were assaulted, robbed, or injured because a property owner ignored known safety risks — broken locks, no lighting, no security patrol — you may be able to hold them legally accountable. Survivors are often treated at UF Health Shands or HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, but the trauma extends far beyond the ER.
As a Gainesville-area negligent security attorney serving Alachua County, Zach West takes these cases seriously and confidentially. Florida law allows victims of foreseeable crime on someone else’s property to recover for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and the lasting psychological impact. Every case is unique, and Zach personally takes the time to understand what happened and pursue every dollar of compensation you’re owed.
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Were you injured in an act of negligent security in Gainesville?
Attackers will often target places that are poorly lit, have no fences or locks, have no security cameras or guards. In extreme cases, these assaults may result in catastrophic injury or death.
Property owners who fail to provide adequate security for their tenants and visitors may be held liable for injuries sustained during a crime. These include landlords, business owners, colleges, commercial and residential property owners.
If you or a loved one has been attacked at school, work, a hotel, or in an apartment building and believe that your injury could have been prevented by the property owner implementing better security measures, contact the personal injury lawyers at West Law Firm today to make sure you receive all the benefits and compensation you are entitled to as a result of your injury.
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Negligent Security Cases We Handle
When a property owner fails to provide adequate security and someone is assaulted, that owner can be held liable. West Law Firm handles these claims across Gainesville, Florida.
Apartment Complex Assaults
Broken locks, unsecured gates, or non-functional cameras can establish landlord liability.
Hotel & Motel Attacks
Hotels owe guests a heightened duty of care. Inadequate locks, lighting, or security staff can support a claim.
Parking Lot & Garage Assaults
Poorly lit, unmonitored parking lots and garages are a frequent source of negligent-security claims.
Bar & Nightclub Incidents
Establishments serving alcohol have heightened duties to prevent foreseeable fights and assaults.
Shopping Center Security Failures
Malls and retail centers can be liable for assaults when prior incidents made future ones foreseeable.
ATM Robberies
Banks can be liable for ATM robberies when lighting, cameras, or location create foreseeable danger.
What Our Clients Say
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"I highly recommend using West Law Firm if you need a personal injury attorney. Zach and his team exceeded expectations, are local, and provide a personal touch you won't find with the big box law firms. They will go above and beyond to fight for you and your case!"
— Scott M.
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"I recently had the pleasure of working with West Law Firm during the hardest time in my life. I can't say enough about how exceptional their service was from start to finish. They were very attentive, professional, and genuinely cared."
— Arii P.
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"My sincere thanks to Zach West and his staff for helping me through a most difficult time. His compassion and knowledge goes beyond words. He really listens and treats you like a person, not just a number."
— Kathy M.
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Negligent Security Cases in Gainesville & Alachua County
Local knowledge that matters when your case is filed in Alachua County.
Where These Cases Arise
Negligent security claims in Gainesville typically arise at apartment complexes, hotels, parking garages, and retail centers along Archer Road and NW 13th Street (US-441) — properties where prior crime was known but not addressed.
Where You’ll Be Treated
Most serious negligent security incident victims in Gainesville are transported to UF Health Shands Hospital, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, or the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center. We work directly with billing departments, ER physicians, and lien holders at all three.
Where Your Case Will Be Heard
Negligent Security lawsuits in Gainesville are filed in the Alachua County Courthouse — part of the Eighth Judicial Circuit — at 201 E University Avenue. Our office is just steps away, and we are in this courthouse regularly for our Alachua County cases.
Serving Gainesville Negligent Security Victims
Our office is located in downtown Gainesville, just minutes from the Alachua County Courthouse and walkable from UF’s campus. We represent negligent security incident victims throughout Gainesville and across North Central Florida.
West Law Firm
14 E University Ave, Suite 207Gainesville, FL 32601
352-654-1996