If you or a loved one has been the victim of a violent crime on someone else’s property, the physical and emotional toll can be devastating. Beyond the trauma of the attack itself, you may be facing mounting medical bills, lost income, and long-term psychological effects. Many crime victims don’t realize they may have legal recourse beyond the criminal justice system to seek financial compensation from negligent property owners or businesses who failed to protect them.
At Holder Susan Slusher, LLC, we understand that no amount of money can undo what happened to you, but pursuing full compensation can provide the resources you need to rebuild your life. With more than 20 years of accomplished experience representing crime victims throughout Missouri, our attorneys have the knowledge and determination to hold negligent parties accountable.
What Types of Damages Can Crime Victims Recover?
When property owners, business operators, or event managers fail to provide adequate security or warn visitors of known dangers, they can be held liable for resulting harm. Our firm strives to obtain maximum compensation for our clients across multiple categories of damages.
Economic Damages
Economic damages include tangible financial losses such as medical bills and future medical care, loss of income and wages, and loss of future earning capacity. These concrete costs can be substantial, especially when serious injuries result in permanent disability or require ongoing treatment.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages address the pain and suffering, emotional distress, and mental anguish you’ve endured. Treatment for post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety resulting from the attack is also recoverable. Additionally, if the assault caused permanent disability, disfigurement, or scarring, you deserve compensation for these life-altering consequences.
Damages for Family Members
In cases involving serious injury or death, family members may recover damages for loss of consortium, companionship, and counseling. Attorney fees and expenses may also be recoverable depending on the specifics of your case.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Crimes on Their Property?
Holder Susan Slusher, LLC uses extensive experience and knowledge to pursue civil actions against business owners, property managers, event operators, and even criminal perpetrators for all types of assaults resulting in severe injury or death. Our law firm has pursued justice for crime victims through claims and lawsuits against many well-known corporations and franchisees, including convenience stores, gas stations, international hotels, casinos, and others.
These premises liability and negligent security cases require proving that the property owner knew or should have known about dangerous conditions or security risks and failed to take reasonable steps to protect visitors. We thoroughly investigate the history of criminal activity at the location, security measures in place, and industry standards to build your strongest case.
How Our Contingency Fee Arrangement Works
Holder Susan Slusher, LLC represents crime victims on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. If there is no recovery, there is no fee. If your case is successful, a predetermined attorney’s fee percentage will be paid from the monetary settlement or award.
You may be responsible for paying certain expenses associated with the case, including but not limited to filing fees, expert witness fees, and deposition-related expenses. We’ll discuss these details transparently during your initial consultation.
Why Choose Holder Susan Slusher, LLC for Damages Recovery in Columbia, MO?
Our firm brings a unique combination of experience, compassion, and tenacity to every case. We believe that seeking and obtaining full compensation for our clients is the only way to prompt property owners and businesses to change their practices to protect or warn their customers of known dangers.
When you work with our team, you’ll benefit from clear communication, individualized legal strategies, and attorneys who aren’t intimidated by large corporations or aggressive insurance companies. We handle every aspect of your case so you can focus on healing and moving forward with your life.
Get the Compensation You Deserve
If you or a loved one has been a victim of a crime due to negligent security or dangerous property conditions, you should consult with a competent attorney to assist in pursuing a legal compensation claim. Time limits apply to these cases, so it’s important to act quickly to protect your rights.
Holder Susan Slusher, LLC handles crime victims and premises security cases in St. Louis, Kansas City, and throughout Missouri and mid-Missouri. Contact our legal team at 573-499-1700 for a free initial consultation and case evaluation at our Columbia, MO office.