Negligent Security & Excessive Force Lawyers in Anaheim, California

If you or someone you love was seriously hurt due to a lack of proper security or the unreasonable use of force by a security guard in Anaheim, California, you may have a valid claim under California law. Businesses and guard services have a legal duty to take appropriate steps to protect people from predictable criminal activity and to ensure that security personnel act within the law.

I represent individuals and families throughout Anaheim and Orange County who were hurt because security was poorly planned, undertrained, or out of control.

Understanding Negligent or Inadequate Security in Anaheim

Inadequate security occurs when a landlord fails to provide appropriate security despite the presence of foreseeable risks. In Anaheim, these claims often arise when safety concerns are minimized to save money.

Examples of negligent or inadequate security may include:

• Failing to hire licensed security guards
• Understaffing for the size of the property
• Nonexistent lighting in parking lots
• Unsecured gates, locks, or access points
• Missing surveillance cameras or monitoring
• Ignoring prior crimes or safety complaints
• Poor procedures for foreseeable threats

When injuries occur under these conditions, financial accountability may extend far beyond the individual attacker.

Excessive Use of Force by Security Guards in Anaheim

Security guards are not peace officers. In Anaheim, private security personnel have narrow legal rights and may not use excessive force.

Unfortunately, excessive force incidents frequently occur when guards are improperly supervised.

Excessive force may include:

• Striking patrons or visitors
• Improper restraints or chokeholds
• Unlawful detention
• Deployment of batons, pepper spray, or weapons without justification
• Escalating minor disputes into violent encounters
• Detaining individuals without legal authority

Both the individual actor and the property owner may be held legally responsible.

Where Negligent Security Injuries Occur in Anaheim

Negligent security and excessive force injuries occur at properties throughout Anaheim, Orange County, and nearby communities such as Aliso Viejo, Brea, Buena Park, and Costa Mesa.

Common locations include:

• Multi-unit housing
• Commercial plazas
• Hotels
• Bars
• Parking structures
• Festivals
• Care centers
• Office buildings

Each location carries different security obligations under California law.

Who May Be Liable for Negligent Security in Anaheim?

Depending on the facts, one or more of the following parties may be held responsible:

• Premises owners
• Landlords
• Security contractors
• Supervisors
• Venue operators
• Businesses operating on the property

California law allows claims against all responsible parties.

Damages Available in Negligent Security Cases

Victims of negligent security and excessive force in Anaheim may be entitled to compensation for:

• Ongoing treatment
• PTSD
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Permanent injury
• Wrongful death damages
• Exemplary damages in appropriate cases

These cases often require immediate investigation.

Why Choose Norman Gregory Fernandez for Your Anaheim Case

I am Norman Gregory Fernandez, a California personal injury attorney with over 25 years representing injured people — not insurance companies. I personally handle negligent security and excessive force cases throughout Anaheim and across California.

When you hire my firm:

• You work directly with me
• Litigation is always an option
• You are not a volume case
• Accountability is pursued

Serving Anaheim, Orange County & Nearby Areas

I represent clients in Anaheim, throughout Orange County, and surrounding areas including Aliso Viejo, Brea, Buena Park, and Costa Mesa.

Time limits are enforced. Acting quickly can preserve video footage.

Speak With a Lawyer – No Fee Unless We Win

If you were injured due to negligent security in Anaheim, California, contact my office today for a confidential case review. You pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you.