Could a fatal shooting at AMLI Lenox apartments be the offshoot of negligent security by the building\u2019s owners?<\/p>\n

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A shooting at the AMLI Lenox apartments in Buckhead Heights has left one man dead, the Atlanta Police reports.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Georgia Negligent Security Law<\/h2>\n
Apartment owners in Georgia are required by law to take reasonable security measures if criminal activity is likely on the property. To combat crime in the neighborhood, landlords could be obligated to put in place effective security measures such as visible video cameras, on-site security, a perimeter fence with access-controlled gates, and even a guard station at the entrance gate.<\/p>\n
The good news is that the research has indicated that conspicuous security cameras, functional access-controlled gates, secure perimeter fencing, adequate lighting, and, where required, private security guards can reduce violent crime in apartment buildings.<\/p>\n
A History of Negligence at AMLI Lenox Apartments<\/h2>\n
Apartment residents have left online reviews<\/a> with a list of security and maintenance related problems. \u201cVery very dangerous,\u201d warns a reviewer pointing out the \u201climited security\u201d on site.<\/p>\n
Another resident reports they don\u2019t feel safe, \u201cthere have been two shootings in this building and reckless driving in the parking garage.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe elevator smells like urine,\u201d states another review and adds that \u201cthere is trash in the hallways, elevators & garage.\u201d<\/p>\n
Only Crime Victims or Their Relatives Can Demand Justice<\/h3>\n
Georgia law requires apartment owners to take basic practical steps to prevent foreseeable crimes. If landlords do not address criminal activity occurring in the community, they frequently wind up encouraging a cycle of violence.<\/p>\n
Although law enforcement can find criminals and bring them to justice, there isn\u2019t much they can do to force property owners to take preventative measures against crime on their property, and they cannot make amends to the victims\u2019 families.<\/p>\n
Only those who have survived a violent crime or the victim\u2019s family are eligible to file a civil lawsuit against property owners and managers. Even though it will never fully compensate for the anguish caused by violent crime, a civil judgment can help with expenditures like medical bills and lost wages as well as serve as a starting point for recovery.<\/p>\n
It is important to understand that when property owners suffer major financial losses in court, they generally feel compelled to take the necessary precautions to prevent future violent crimes on their property.<\/p>\n
Together we can Make Atlanta Safe, one community at a time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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