Mass shootings can devastate a community. In addition to injuries and the death of loved ones, victims and their families can face significant financial hardship. If you were injured or a loved one was injured or killed, you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover compensation. However, you need to understand that the road to compensation in these cases is a difficult one.
At Claggett, Sykes & Garza, our team of experienced Glastonbury mass shooting lawyers can help you pursue compensation in these cases. We understand the unique challenges these cases present and will work diligently to recover compensation on your behalf. Contact us today by phone or through our website to schedule a free case review.
Shooting Victims Can File a Lawsuit After a Mass Shooting
If you were injured in a mass shooting, you have the right to pursue compensation from the liable party. The medical costs you face can be significant, and the injuries you sustain may be life-altering.
Even if you were not wounded in the attack, if you suffered significant property damage, you may be eligible to file a claim. If your car or other personal property was shot up by the assailant, you can pursue compensation.
Unfortunately, recovering the money you need in these cases can be challenging. In all mass shootings, the primary liable party is the shooter. Because of the significant damages that are common in these shootings, the money being pursued by victims will likely far surpass the financial means of the shooter or their estate.
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Family Members May Be Able to File a Lawsuit Following a Mass Shooting
In addition to direct victims of mass shootings, their families may also be able to file lawsuits in some cases. The surviving family members of a person killed in a mass shooting have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Furthermore, if the victim was injured to a degree that renders them unable to bring legal action themselves, a family member can pursue damages on their behalf. The medical expenses for a severely injured person can be expensive and continue throughout the rest of their lives.
The death of a loved one can bring financial hardship to their family. In addition to funeral and burial expenses, you may face loss of income, which can be incredibly impactful if the deceased was the primary earner for the household. A Glastonbury wrong death lawyer can help you file a claim.
Liable Parties in a Mass Shooting
Unfortunately, it can be difficult to find additional liable parties beyond the shooter in a mass shooting case. While you might be able to recover a small portion of your damages from the shooter or their estate, the amount you receive will likely fail to come anywhere near the full extent of your damages.
Mass shooting victims have filed lawsuits against a wide range of other potentially liable parties over the years. While there have been varying levels of success in these cases, the majority of these lawsuits are rejected by the court.
Some of the parties that have faced lawsuits include:
- Gun manufacturers
- Gun sellers
- Parents of the shooters
- Property owners
- Media creators
- Social media platforms
Pursuing lawsuits against gun manufacturers and sellers is particularly difficult because of the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Congress enacted this legislation to protect those in the gun industry from facing lawsuits in connection with crimes committed using the weapons they produce and sell. However, there are some exceptions to the PLCAA.
Victims have also brought lawsuits against the parents of shooters in school shootings for negligent parenting. Property owners have faced lawsuits for failing to provide proper security to prevent a mass shooting.
Meanwhile, media creators have been sued for making violent video games and movies that people have blamed for inspiring the violence and social media platforms have been sued for allowing violent rhetoric that incited shooters to violence to be posted on their sites. Winning any of these third-party liability cases is challenging and requires experienced legal representation.
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Securing Legal Representation Is Critical in Mass Shooting Cases
Pursuing compensation on your own after a mass shooting is unlikely to yield favorable results. These cases are incredibly complex, especially when seeking compensation from a party other than the shooter.
Federal and state regulations regarding shootings are varied and often contradictory. Navigating the ins and outs of these cases requires someone familiar with all applicable laws. Furthermore, unique and untried approaches may be the only way to get you the money you deserve.
An experienced mass shooting lawyer will be able to build the strongest case possible to help you recover favorable compensation.
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Get Started on Your Mass Shooting Lawsuit Today
Following a mass shooting in which you were injured or a loved one was injured or killed, it is critical that you take action as soon as possible. The earlier you hire an experienced mass shooting attorney to help with your case, the easier it will be for them to build a strong case in support of your compensation claim.
At Claggett, Sykes & Garza, we understand the challenges you face. Our experienced team will do everything we can to win your case. Contact us today to set up your free case consultation with a member of our legal team. We’ll review your case, answer all your questions, and advise you of the best path forward.
