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Security Officer Rights: On- and Off-Duty Car Accidents
Security guards regularly face one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States, according to the International Federation of Protection Officers. Approximately 50 security guards are killed each year while on the job, while many more are injured. In 2008 alone, 36 security guards lost their lives in car accidents, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. With the rate of violent workplace attacks on the rise, the lack of training and proper equipment only serve to make a security guard's job more dangerous.
Security officers are often the first on the scene at any crime or accident, and as such, they often find themselves performing some of the more dangerous duties usually handled by Security officers, such as pursuing suspects. In these situations, a car accident that could injure or kill the security officer becomes a very realistic threat.
The untimely loss of an Indiana security officer is felt keenly by both those who work and visit the places the officer was protecting and by the officer's family, who must face the grief of losing a loved one. Injuries suffered by a security officer can also be onerous for both the officer and his or her family, as lost wages and mounting medical bills place more pressure on an already difficult situation.
Security officers who are involved in car accidents in Indiana face more complications than the average citizen in pursuing legal claims against other parties to the accident. Several factors play a role in determining how to best proceed with a personal injury case involving a security officer in Indiana. Some of these factors relate to whether a security officer was on duty, off duty, or responding to a call, what training the officer had and whether he or she was following it, and the nature of the officer's duties and responsibilities.
Situations in which an Indiana security officer may face danger from a car accident include:
- While pursuing a suspect, either in a vehicle or on foot
- While patrolling in a vehicle or on foot
- While responding to the scene of an accident, crime, or other issue
- While traveling to or from work or a work-related event such as a training session
- From malfunctioning or defective equipment, including defective vehicle parts or improper vehicle maintenance
Since the circumstances surrounding a car accident are crucial to determining who is responsible for a security officer's injuries, security officers in Indiana would be wise to contact an experienced Indiana security officer car accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident occurs. A personal injury attorney with experience representing security officers can help you and your family make sense of the accident and the situation surrounding it.
At Sevenish Law Firm, attorney Randy Sevenish puts his experience as a former Security officer and as a skilled Indiana personal injury lawyer to work for you. He uses experienced health care professionals, accident reconstructionists, and other experts to clarify the details of your accident and ensure no stone is left unturned in pursuit of the compensation you deserve. Call Sevenish Law Firm today at 800-278-9200 for a free and confidential case evaluation.
