Crime Victims’ Rights Lawyers
Victims of violent crime expect and deserve that justice be served, and that the perpetrator of the crime face the consequences for his or her action. Many crime victims are unaware that further recourse for justice and fairness are often available.
If you are the victim of a violent crime, additional parties can often be held legally accountable for your injuries and harm. In North Carolina, private property owners, including the owners of apartment buildings, hotels, retail and fast-food stores, malls, nursing homes and medical care facilities, are required to ensure a safe environment on their property.
When violent crimes occur on private property, the owner of the property may be liable for damages if he or she failed to take the proper steps to ensure your safety.
At The Richards Law Firm PC, we are experienced in fighting for the rights of crime victims. Attorney Kimberly Richards is a former prosecutor and is skilled with both criminal prosecution and liability law. We have been involved with numerous cases involving the rights of crime victims, including:
- A convenience store robbery. A client was injured in a robbery. The case settled for over $67,000;
- A rape in a fast-food parking lot. The client sued on the basis of inadequate lighting and security. The case settled out of court for a favorable amount; and,
- An assault in a men's room. Our client was required to clean a men's room after-hours, when security was unable to monitor the area properly. This case is currently pending.
Contact Us
If another party has contributed to a violent crime committed against you through negligence, including inadequate security and lighting, you deserve financial compensation. If you have questions regarding your rights as a crime victim, contact us. We offer consultations and are available weekdays, evenings and weekends. To contact our office, call (866) 775-3436 or (919) 805-3479.
