The Atlanta crime victim attorneys at Finch McCranie have brought personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits against a wide range of commercial entities and property owners:

• Nightclubs and bars — Violent crimes frequently occur inside and directly outside of nightclubs and bars, resulting in serious injury to the victim of the attack or innocent bystanders. In some cases, there is a long history of criminal activity at certain establishments that is known to the owner. If the owner or operator knew of these past episodes of violent crime and failed to take appropriate action to ensure patrons were safe, they may be liable to the victim.
• Liquor establishments — In Georgia, bars and restaurants may be held liable under what is known as the Dram Shop Act for injuries resulting from serving alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons. For example, if a bar or restaurant serves alcohol to a visibly intoxicated patron, and knows that patron plans to operate a motor vehicle when they leave, the establishment may be held liable.
• Apartments and housing complexes — Landlords have a duty to keep tenants and guests safe, via a secured entry, lighting and other security measures. If the landlord knows there is a history of violent crime in or around the property, and fails to provide adequate security, there may be grounds for a claim against the landlord.
• Hotels and resorts — Under the law, these establishments have a duty to protect guests by monitoring and securing their premises. The failure to take appropriate measures to deter or prevent criminal activity may result in a claim against the owner and/or property management company.
• Cyber Crime and Computer Hacking