Negligent Security Attorney in Midland

More Than 25 Years Handling Serious Injury Cases in West Texas

Hanna Allen, PLLC represents people injured in assaults, shootings, robberies, sexual assaults, and other violent incidents linked to allegedly inadequate security at Midland apartments, businesses, hotels, and other properties. We investigate whether preventable security failures contributed to the harm and whether a property owner or another responsible party may be held civilly accountable.

A negligent security claim is separate from the criminal case against an attacker. It focuses on whether a property owner or occupier failed to address a foreseeable and unreasonable risk of harm. We explain that process in plain language while respecting the physical injuries, medical concerns, fear, and uncertainty that can follow a violent incident.

Our firm has handled serious personal injury and wrongful death cases in West Texas for more than 25 years. We bring a determined, compassionate approach to each case and prepare for resistance from property owners, management companies, and insurers.

Injured because of poor security at an apartment, hotel, or business? Call (432) 220-3331 or reach out to Hanna Allen, PLLC online.

Serious Preparation for Contested Security Claims

Negligent security cases require focused investigation and a legal team prepared to confront property owners and insurers who rarely accept responsibility. Disputes may involve foreseeability, control of the property, the adequacy of security measures, causation, and the extent of the injuries.

Our approach to these cases includes:

• Insurance industry insight: Our founders previously represented insurance companies, giving us firsthand knowledge of how insurers evaluate claims, what evidence they prioritize, and how they attempt to limit payouts. We use that experience when responding to defense tactics.
• Board-certified trial leadership: Partner Greg Allen is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. These distinctions guide our preparation standards and firmwide litigation strategy.
• Results in serious cases: Our firm has secured multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements in catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters. This record shows that we have the resources to fully prepare high-stakes cases, although past results don’t determine the outcome of a new claim.
• Continuity throughout the case: Senior paralegals and case managers have been with our firm for decades. Attorneys, paralegals, and case managers work together so a client isn’t dependent on one person.
• Clear, bilingual communication: Clients receive updates and continued contact with familiar staff members. Our bilingual staff can explain the process in English or Spanish.

When you work with our negligent security attorneys in Midland, you’re supported by a coordinated team that listens, answers questions, and remains involved from start to finish. We put in the time required to understand complicated facts rather than cutting corners before negotiations or trial.

What Negligent Security Means under Texas Law

Negligent security is a type of premises liability claim. It addresses whether a property owner or occupier failed to take reasonable precautions against foreseeable criminal conduct and whether that failure contributed to an injury. Texas doesn’t impose a blanket duty on property owners to prevent every crime committed by a third party.

A duty may arise when criminal activity presents an unreasonable and foreseeable risk under the circumstances. Texas courts may examine the proximity, recency, frequency, similarity, and publicity of prior crimes. These considerations are commonly called the Timberwalk factors, a framework used to evaluate whether criminal conduct was foreseeable.

Foreseeability and an unreasonable risk of harm are related but distinct issues. The burden and practicality of a proposed security measure can also matter. Depending on the facts, a claim may require evidence that the responsible party knew or should have known about a dangerous condition, failed to use ordinary care, and caused or contributed to the injury.

Property conditions and security failures that may be relevant include:

• Lack of lighting or long-term burned-out lights in parking lots and stairwells
• Broken locks, gates, or access systems that aren’t repaired in a reasonable time
• Missing or poorly maintained cameras in areas where surveillance is warranted
• Failure to respond to prior incidents, police calls, or complaints about crime
• Untrained or insufficient security staff despite a known history of violence
• Uncontrolled access to apartment complexes or hotels

Not every crime on a property establishes negligent security. We review the incident, the property’s history, prior criminal activity, the surrounding area, and the connection between the alleged security failure and the injury. That fact-specific analysis helps determine whether Texas law may support holding a business or property owner accountable.

Steps to Take after an Assault

After a violent incident, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, unsafe, and unsure what to do next. You might be worried about your physical recovery, returning to the property, or how involving the police and the courts will affect your life.

Taking a few practical steps can help protect both your health and your potential legal rights:

• Get to a safe place and call 911 to report the crime.
• Seek medical care right away and follow your doctor’s instructions.
• Write down what you remember as soon as you can.
• Take photos of the location and any visible injuries, when possible.
• Keep clothing or items that may be evidence in a safe place.
• Save messages or letters from property management or insurers.
• Contact an attorney to learn how negligent security law may apply.

Safety and medical treatment come before evidence collection. When possible, prompt action may help preserve surveillance footage, access records, witness information, incident and police reports, maintenance records, photographs, and other material that could otherwise be lost or overwritten.

How We Prepare a Midland Negligent Security Claim

Our claim preparation process includes:

• Understanding what happened: We begin by gathering detailed information about the incident, the property, and your injuries. We also examine available footage, reports, witness accounts, prior complaints, and records concerning lighting, gates, locks, cameras, or access control.
• Identifying responsible parties: Negligent security cases often involve more than one defendant. We examine who owned, managed, occupied, maintained, or provided security for the property and what each party did or failed to do.
• Evaluating the full impact of your injuries: We look beyond immediate medical bills to understand current and future treatment needs, counseling or therapy, lost income, and the ways trauma affects daily life and relationships.
• Preparing for disputed defenses: Property owners and insurers may argue that the crime wasn’t foreseeable, that existing measures were reasonable, or that the attacker alone caused the injury. We analyze liability, document damages, and anticipate these positions before settlement discussions or trial.
• Sustaining the work: Our firm invests significant time preparing cases. Greg Allen’s Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law credential informs our litigation strategy and preparation standards.

Clients in Midland and across West Texas interact with familiar team members throughout the case. Our bilingual staff can explain the process in English or Spanish and keep you informed at every stage.

Compensation in Negligent Security Cases

When a negligent security claim is successful, compensation can address documented financial losses and the human effects of a violent incident. The damages available depend on the injuries, supporting evidence, the claimant’s legal status, assigned responsibility, and other case-specific factors under Texas law.

Potential damages in an injury claim may include:

• Medical expenses and future medical needs
• Counseling or therapy expenses
• Lost wages and lost earning capacity
• Physical pain and emotional distress
• Disruption to family life and daily activities

In wrongful death cases, eligible surviving family members may seek damages that include funeral costs, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship. The available categories and value of any claim must be assessed from the particular facts rather than a general list.

Texas generally requires personal injury and wrongful death actions to be filed within two years after the applicable claim accrues, but exceptions and case-specific rules can change the deadline. Texas proportionate responsibility rules can also reduce compensation according to a claimant’s assigned percentage of responsibility. A claimant assigned more than 50 percent responsibility generally can’t recover damages under that framework.

We know that cost is a major concern for people who contact a negligent security attorney in Midland. Our firm works on a contingency-fee basis. There’s no upfront legal fee, and you don’t pay legal fees unless we recover money for you. During your free consultation, we explain this arrangement in plain language so you understand how it works before making any decisions.

Ask our negligent security attorneys in Midland to review what happened and explain your legal options. Call (432) 220-3331 or schedule a consultation with Hanna Allen, PLLC.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Know Whether I Have a Negligent Security Case?

We review the incident, the property’s history, and available evidence to assess whether the law supports a claim.

How Long Do Negligent Security Cases Usually Take?

Timeframes vary. Some cases resolve in several months, while others, especially those involving severe injuries or contested liability, can take longer. Factors include the complexity of the facts, court schedules, and how willing defendants are to negotiate. We keep you informed throughout the process.

How Involved Will I Need to Be in My Case?

You can expect to share information, answer questions, and possibly provide testimony, but we handle the legal work and communication with the other side. Our attorneys and staff guide you step by step and work to reduce the stress and time demands on you whenever possible.

Does Your Team Have Experience Representing Clients in West Texas?

Yes. Our firm has represented clients in West Texas for more than 25 years.

Request a Free Negligent Security Case Review

If you were injured in an assault, robbery, shooting, or other violent incident connected to inadequate property security, contact us for a free consultation. We can review what happened, discuss the evidence that may matter, and explain potential next steps.

We serve clients in Midland and across West Texas, make ourselves available outside standard hours when needed, and may travel to meet injured clients dealing with hospital stays or difficult schedules. There’s no upfront legal fee, and no legal fee is owed unless we recover money for you.

Call (432) 220-3331 to discuss your negligent security claim with Hanna Allen, PLLC.