Negligent Security in Connecticut

By John F. Buckley, Jr.

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Premises Liability

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Last Modified on Apr 30, 2026

Negligent security in Connecticut means that the property owner did not implement reasonable security measures to protect lawful visitors from criminal acts, such as assaults and robberies. Negligent security claims are a type of premises liability case. They center on what the owner knew or should have known about the possibility of someone getting hurt.

If there were adequate safety measures in place, then someone getting injured would not result in a negligent security claim. Just because a criminal act takes place on someone’s property does not mean that they will be held liable for the injuries caused.

However, the owner should take reasonable precautions to prevent criminals from hurting others if:

• Prior crimes were committed at the location or in the area.
• The crime was predictable.
• Conditions on the property presented an unreasonable risk of harm.

A skilled attorney, such as one from Buckley Wynne & Parese, can determine if your case qualifies for a claim. If so, we can find all the liable parties and include them in your claim.

Premises Liability Law in Connecticut

Property owners have a duty to keep their properties reasonably safe. If they fail to do so and someone is injured as a result, they can be held liable under Connecticut premises liability law. Negligent security cases can arise when something about the condition of the property or the surrounding area contributes to a victim being injured.

Under Connecticut premises liability laws, claims typically have a two-year statute of limitations. If the injured party is somewhat at fault, culpability may be lowered under comparative negligence rules. These legal requirements frequently decide whether a case involving negligent security can move forward.

Police Reports as Evidence

Many negligent security cases will turn on evidence. You will want to present:

• Police reports of previous crimes that occurred on the property
• Maintenance records showing how the property owner knew about a hazardous condition but failed to repair it
• Any video surveillance of the incident
• Professional testimony about what security precautions were reasonable

In Connecticut, there were a total of 928,700 injury and illness cases. Of these, 865,100 are from injuries. This equaled an injury rate of 75.1 cases per 100 full-time workers.

About Buckley Wynne & Parese

Since 1881, Buckley Wynne & Parese has been representing injury victims from across Connecticut. We only practice personal injury and wrongful death law, and every client is represented by an attorney on their case. Our attorneys have argued cases in courthouses all over Connecticut, including in the New Haven County Superior Courthouse.

Crimes can be foreseeable in busy areas of Connecticut, like Downtown New Haven, off campus near Yale University, or on congested streets, like Chapel Street.

Hire a Premises Liability Lawyer

Once you have been injured, you should hire a premises liability lawyer right away. An attorney can gather evidence, identify liable parties, and see that your injuries are documented while they are fresh. Insurance companies and property owners do not always admit liability, but a Connecticut premises liability attorney can represent you through this process. Contact Buckley Wynne & Parese today for the legal assistance you need.