When property owners in Palm Beach County neglect basic safety measures like lighting, gates, and surveillance, they expose residents and visitors to preventable violence. At The Altman Law Firm, led by Jeffrey S. Altman, we stand up for individuals who have suffered traumatic physical and emotional harm due to lax security standards on commercial and residential premises.
Reviewed by Jeffrey S. Altman · Florida Bar No. 159174 · Reviewed 15 September 2026
Property owners throughout Palm Beach County—from bustling retail hubs in Boca Raton to apartment complexes in suburban greenacres—have a legal obligation to keep their grounds reasonably secure. When a business or landlord ignores a history of local crime or fails to fix broken locks, dark stairwells, and unmonitored parking garages, they may be held civilly liable when a criminal act occurs.
Building a strong premises liability claim requires rapid action. Surveillance camera footage, maintenance work orders, and police incident reports can disappear or be overwritten quickly. Working with The Altman Law Firm allows our team to secure vital evidence before it is lost, helping establish whether the property management knew about security gaps and failed to act.
Florida law governs how personal injury and wrongful death claims are brought forward, including strict deadlines under the statute of limitations. Furthermore, insurance adjusters frequently attempt to use modified comparative negligence arguments to diminish a victim's recovery. We carefully evaluate every detail of your incident to counter unfair blame and protect your right to compensation.
Negligent security happens when a property owner or manager fails to provide reasonable safety measures—such as working lights, security guards, or functional gates—making it easier for a foreseeable crime to occur on their premises.
Yes. Even though the physical act was carried out by a criminal, the property owner can still be held financially responsible if their lack of adequate security directly enabled the attack to take place.
For negligence claims accruing on or after March 24, 2023, Florida law generally requires a lawsuit to be filed within two years of the incident. Wrongful death claims are also subject to a two-year limit.
Florida applies a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning an insurance company may try to shift blame onto you. Having legal representation helps ensure your side of the story is properly represented and investigated.
If you or someone you care about was hurt due to property neglect in Palm Beach County, contact The Altman Law Firm today to discuss your situation. Call (305) 373-3730.
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