Does the owner of Baymont Inn & Suites hotel in Macon, GA face legal liability after a fatal shooting left one dead at the troubled hotel?<\/p>\n

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Georgia Negligent Security Law<\/h2>\n
In Georgia, hotel and motel owners, including those with weekly rentals, face an important responsibility \u2013 ensuring proper security measures are in place if criminal activities have been reported around their property. These measures encompass customer ID checks, deterring unwanted individuals, fencing the premises, installing conspicuous security cameras, deploying on-site security guards, and ensuring well-lit surroundings. Research indicates that these efforts can effectively curb violent crime in apartment communities.<\/p>\n
A History of Negligence at the Baymont Inn & Suites<\/h2>\n
A 62-year-old woman and a 33-year-old man were found with gunshot wounds <\/a>at the Baymont Inn on July 11. The Bibb county police are investigating the shooting and are not yet sure if the two shootings are connected.<\/p>\n
People who have stayed at the Baymont Inn & Suites motel have written online reviews<\/a> that say there are problems with the people who run it and drugs on the property. Reviewers report half the hotel is used by long term residents which causes problems on the property.<\/p>\n
One person wrote, \u201cMy family and I didn\u2019t even make it to the rooms without feeling unsafe. There was what appeared to be a gang hanging outside.\u201d<\/p>\n
Another reviewer added, \u201cIf you want to feel safe enough to actually go to sleep, don\u2019t stay here.\u201d<\/p>\n
Only Crime Victims or Their Family Can Demand Justice<\/h3>\n
In Georgia, the onus falls on hotel and motel owners to ensure the safety of their properties against potential criminal incidents. Failure to address such issues could perpetuate a cycle of crime.<\/p>\n
While law enforcement can apprehend criminals, they lack the authority to compel hotel or motel owners to proactively prevent crime or compensate victims\u2019 families.<\/p>\n
In the aftermath of a violent crime, only survivors or victims\u2019 families have the right to bring property owners and management companies to court. A civil judgment can alleviate costs such as medical expenses and lost earnings, serving as a crucial step towards healing, although it cannot fully compensate for the profound suffering caused by violent crime.<\/p>\n
Importantly, owners and management often hesitate to take preventive measures until they face significant legal consequences, highlighting a potential reluctance to address security concerns.<\/p>\n
Together we can Make Georgia Safe, one community at a time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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