Stabbing at Santa Monica Bar – Premise Liability Lawyers
Breaking News: the authorities are investigating a stabbing at a popular Santa Monica bar that left one man dead and another hospitalized. Reportedly, the Santa Monica Police Department responded to reports of a stabbing at The Bungalow located at 101 Wilshire Boulevard at approximately 1:50am on Saturday, February 15, 2025. When they arrived, they found two victims with stab wounds; both were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Later than night, police confirmed that one of the victims died due to his injuries; he was a 31-year-old man from Anaheim. The other male victim remained hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Reportedly, no arrests have been made and the details surrounding the stabbing incident remain unclear. According to police, they believe the incident was isolated and that there was no threat to the public.
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This is a very important question. Ultimately, property owners can be liable for stabbing incidents or other intentional acts that occur on their premises. In general, property owners have a duty to ensure that their premises remain free of any hazards or dangerous conditions that could lead to incidents and harm to guests; this also applies to dangerous conditions presented by other people on their premises (including staff, other guests, homeless individuals, etc.). Further, if the property owner knew or should have known of the danger but failed to take any action, then the property owner could be held liable for resulting harm.
Normally, property owners are not held liable for random acts of violence or isolated incidents. So, if this stabbing incident was the first of its kind, then the property owner may not be liable. However, if the premises has been associated with similar incidents, including physical altercations, assault and battery, attacks with weapons, etc., then the property owner could potentially be held liable. This liability can be based on the failure to have appropriate security present, the failure to have surveillance cameras, the failure to turn away guests who are already intoxicated, the failure to stop serving intoxicated guests, etc.
If a property owner is found liable, they can be sued by victims and their families.
For more information about liability for stabbing incidents at bars, please do not hesitate to reach out to our law firm as soon as possible.
Who Owns The Bungalow?The Bungalow is owned by Brent Bolthouse, founder of The Bungalow Hospitality Group. Although the Santa Monica bar is the original location, there are multiple locations now, including locations in Huntington Beach and Long Beach. If you have questions about your right to sue The Bungalow Hospitality Group and Brent Bolthouse, contact us today!
Can I Sue and Recover Compensation?Yes, you could have the right to sue. You could also be entitled to receive compensation. Whether you are pursuing an injury lawsuit or a wrongful death lawsuit, you could potentially be entitled to receive compensation for some of the following: medical costs, lost pay, pain and suffering, property damage, punitive damages, wrongful death benefits, legal fees, etc. Ultimately, the value of your case will be based on the facts surrounding the incident and, of course, the harm that occurred as a result. For more information about your right to sue and recover compensation, please do not hesitate to reach out to our legal team as soon as possible.
Our lawyers are ready to fight for your right to receive the maximum payout available. Whether our experts have to negotiate a settlement or take your claim to trial to reach a verdict, you can trust that our team will do everything within our reach to secure the highest recovery available for your lawsuit.
Unfortunately, violent crimes can happen anywhere, including bars and other nightlife venues. If you or a member of your family were harmed in a stabbing at a bar, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. You could have the right to file a civil lawsuit against the property owner. For more information about the legal options available to you and your right to sue, contact our team as soon as possible. We are a personal injury law firm with decades of experience and are committed to fighting for your right to get justice.
Free Case Reviews: our firm offers free case reviews, which include initial consultations and second opinions. During these legal services, our experts will be available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide you with all the information that you need to either start or continue your stabbing injury or wrongful death lawsuit. To schedule a free consultation or free second opinion, contact us today.
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