UCLA Security Blocks Disabled Man from Accessing Public Walkway

UCLA campus security guards were captured on video stopping a disabled man from accessing a public walkway. The incident occurred during the peak of the pro-Palestine protest encampments on the campus. Reportedly, the encampment and a security buffer blocked one of the school’s main entrances to Powell Library; this forced both students and the public to use different entrances. Video footage shows the disabled man trying to push through the barricade as security guards physically stopped him. The man falls to the ground and his crutch is kicked away. The man then gets back up and walks towards a security guard, but the guard throws the crutch to the ground.

Allegedly, the campus security told him that he was not allowed to use the walkway over “concerns for his safety.” The victim claimed that it was the security who tackled him and hurt him. He sustained a large scrape to his leg.

Although school policy states that demonstrators cannot block public access, the school reportedly allowed this to occur.

The public walkways surrounding the university are used by members of the community every day. It is the university’s job to keep these walkways clear – especially considering disabled members of the community.

If you or a loved one suffered harm because of the negligence of UCLA campus security or the negligence of the university, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. You could have the right to file a lawsuit and even recover compensation. For more information about the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at the Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible.

The Normandie Law Firm has decades of experience handling personal injury claims and is not afraid to take on any negligent party or entity to fight for the rights of our clients and secure the highest recovery available for their claims. If you are ready to speak with our security injury lawsuit lawyers, contact us today.

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Injured by Security or Protesters at UCLA

When there are protests on university campuses, the university has a duty to ensure that all parties – including protesters and others on their premises – are safe. Just like the university has the duty to put up security barricades to protect protesters from counter protesters, the university has the duty to ensure that walkways remain clear for pedestrians. When the university fails to do either of these, they can be liable for any harm that occurs.

I was injured by protesters. If protesters on universities turn violent and attack other protesters or passersby, the university has a duty to have enough security to avoid incidents. Even if the incident occurs due to the intentional actions of a protester, the university could be found liable for failing to take action to prevent the incident.

I was injured by security. If the security at the university used excessive force or assaulted you, resulting in injury, then you could pursue a claim. Whether it was campus security or third-party security hired by the university, the university could still be held liable for any resulting harm.

Can I File a Lawsuit? Yes, based on the duty of care expressed above, you could have the right to file a lawsuit if you were injured by security or even protesters at UCLA. If you were the victim of false imprisonment, false arrest, a lack of security, assault and battery, or even assault with a deadly weapon, you could potentially file a lawsuit. For more information about the legal options available to you, it is important that you reach out to a UCLA injury lawsuit lawyer as soon as possible.

Can I Recover Compensation?

Yes, you could be entitled to receive compensation if your UCLA injury lawsuit is successful. Although every claim is different, you could potentially be eligible to recover compensation for some of the following:

• Medical costs
• Lost earnings
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Wrongful death benefits (including loss of consortium and funeral/burial costs)
• Legal fees

Here at our law firm, our team is fully committed to getting all injured victims the highest payout available for their claims. Whether our team has to negotiate a settlement or take your claim to trial to reach a verdict, you can trust that our lawyers will do everything possible to secure the highest payout that you are owed.

How much can I recover? The value of your claim is strictly based on the details surrounding your claim; these details may include the injuries that you suffered, the permanency of your injuries, and more. The value of your claim could range anywhere from $75,000 to $500,000 – although some cases can be worth even more.

What Should I Do?

If you were injured by UCLA protesters or by security, you could have the right to file a lawsuit. Consider some of the following recommended steps:

• Take photos of all visible injuries
• Take photos of the scene of the accident
• Seek medical care as soon as possible
• Speak to any witnesses and collect their contact information
• Gather all medical records
• Gather all records of lost income
• Seek legal assistance as soon as possible

How Long Do I Have to Sue?

All claims are subject to a statute of limitations – or a deadline to sue. This deadline establishes the total length of time that claimants have to fie their claims. If claimants do not file their claims on time, then they can run the risk of losing their right to sue entirely. So, how long do you have to file your claim? Since UCLA is considered a government entity, claimants only have six months to file their administrative claims. Once filed, they will have either six months or two years to file civil lawsuits – depending on the response from the university.

For more information about the total length of time that you have to file your claim, do not hesitate to reach out to our legal team. Our experts are ready to guide you every step of the way and make sure that your claim is filed on time.

Contact the Normandie Law Firm Today

Here at the Normandie Law Firm, our team has decades of experience handling all sorts of personal injury claims – working tirelessly to fight for the rights of our clients and get them the recovery that they are owed. Our law firm is not afraid to take on any party or entity to fight for the rights of our clients and get them the highest settlement available. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Normandie Law Firm. Our team is ready to go above it all to fight for your rights and secure the payout that you are owed.

We are proud to be able to offer free legal services, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our lawyers will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns – this ensures that you will have access to all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. To benefit from these free legal services, contact us today.

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