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Boulder Negligent Security Lawyers
If poor lighting or security let someone attack you in Boulder, we can help. Free consultation, no fee unless we win.
Negligent Security Claims in Boulder
When another person commits a crime on someone else's property, that crime is not automatically the property owner's fault. But property owners who invite the public onto their premises, like apartment complexes, bars, parking structures, and shopping centers along corridors such as Broadway or Arapahoe Avenue, can still be held responsible if their own carelessness helped create the danger.
For a visitor who qualifies as an invitee, the legal question can include whether the landowner knew or should have known about a security risk and failed to use reasonable care to address it. Burned-out lighting in a stairwell, broken locks on exterior doors, absent or poorly trained security staff, and unaddressed access points can all become part of that inquiry when the facts support it.
We do not tell clients that one prior incident automatically makes an owner liable, and we do not claim that property owners are insurers of a visitor's safety. Every case depends on what the owner knew, what they should have known, and what a reasonably careful owner would have done differently.
Building the Evidence
These cases often turn on details that disappear quickly. Was a light out for a long stretch before the attack? Had a lock been reported broken? Had similar incidents happened before and gone unaddressed? We work to gather maintenance records, prior incident reports, security logs, and any video footage the property may have retained before it is deleted or overwritten.
We also look at what the property did after the incident, since new locks, added lighting, or increased patrols can sometimes speak to what was missing beforehand. Witness statements from tenants, employees, or other visitors who noticed the same hazards matter too, and we move to secure them while memories are still fresh.
- Report the incident to police and get a case number
- Photograph the scene, including lighting, locks, and access points
- Write down what you remember about the location's condition
- Identify any witnesses or others who saw the same hazards
- Keep records from any treatment at Boulder Community Health Foothills Hospital
Handling Negligent Security Cases in Boulder
We take on negligent security claims tied to properties across Boulder, from complexes near U.S. Highway 36 and Foothills Parkway to businesses along Broadway and Arapahoe Avenue, as well as nearby Louisville. Boulder's mix of dense apartment housing, university-area rentals, and commercial strips means security conditions vary widely from one property to the next, and we investigate each location's specific setup.
When a case moves forward, it's typically filed at the Boulder County Justice Center. Our office is based in Denver, and we regularly handle matters throughout Boulder County without requiring clients to travel for every step of the process.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical expenses for injuries from the assault
- Future medical or psychological treatment costs
- Lost income during recovery
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and related counseling needs
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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After I was hit by a drunk driver with no insurance, my own insurer refused UM benefits. McCormick & Murphy sued for uninsured motorist benefits and bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.
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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Boulder Negligent security FAQ
Can I sue a property owner if I was attacked by someone else on their property?
It depends on whether the owner knew or should have known about a security risk and failed to use reasonable care to address it. A crime by another person does not automatically make the property owner liable. We look closely at the facts, including lighting, locks, and any history of problems at the property.
Does one prior incident at a property automatically mean the owner is liable?
No. A single past incident is one fact among many, not an automatic path to liability. We examine the full picture, including how the owner responded and what security measures were reasonable under the circumstances.
What kind of security failures matter in these cases?
Burned-out lighting, broken locks, inadequate staffing, and unaddressed access points can all be relevant when they contributed to the danger. Not every security gap leads to liability, so we assess how each factor connects to what happened to you.
What should I do after being attacked on someone else's property in Boulder?
Report the incident to police, seek medical care, and photograph the scene if you're able to, including any broken locks or poor lighting. Try to identify witnesses and preserve any records of your treatment, then reach out so we can start investigating while evidence is still available.
Do I need to prove the property owner was an insurer of my safety?
No, and we would never argue that. The standard is reasonable care, not a guarantee of safety. Our job is to show what the owner knew or should have known and how their response fell short of that reasonable care standard.
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