Negligent Security Claims in New York: When Property Owners Fail to Protect

The Duty to Provide Security

Property owners can be liable when foreseeable criminal acts injure visitors and the owner failed to provide reasonable security measures.

Foreseeability Is Key

A history of similar incidents on or near the property can make harm foreseeable, triggering a duty to take precautions like lighting, locks, or guards.

Building the Case

Crime data, prior complaints, and security records help establish what the owner knew and should have done. These cases require careful investigation.