Representing individuals at risk of violent crime or involved in the criminal justice system poses unique challenges. An article by attorney Nick Hergott, Clients Injured in a Violent Crime May Have a Valuable Personal Injury Case, published in Missouri Lawyers Media explores strategies and resources to help victims seek justice and recovery beyond criminal courts.
Types of cases discussed in the article:
- Negligent Supervision
- Negligent Entrustment
- Negligent Hiring
- Negligent Alcohol Service/Dram Shop cases
- Negligent and Inadequate Security
Types of strategies explored:
- Whether or not crime is foreseeable
- What are reasonable security measures
- Whether you should refer it out or work it up
These types of cases can be a powerful tool for your clients to obtain justice, hold responsible parties accountable, and provide a means for financial recovery. Read the full article, Clients Injured in a Violent Crime May Have a Valuable Personal Injury Case, published in Missouri Lawyers Media.