$5.5 Million
Mass Shooting Accident

When Mr. Hawkins entered the venue that evening, he never imagined he would leave injured, traumatized, and forever changed. But that night, during what should have been a routine public gathering, gunfire erupted inside the building. Chaos followed. Lives were lost, and dozens were injured — including our client, Mr. Hawkins.

On that tragic evening, the venue was hosting an event open to the public. But beneath the surface, the security protocols were flawed, the emergency plans were vague, and those in charge of the property had failed to address known safety gaps. The company contracted to provide security was undertrained and unequipped to handle the type of threat that occurred. Yet, the venue proceeded anyway — without taking the necessary steps to protect those inside.

Mr. Hawkins was shot during the incident. He sustained physical injuries that required surgical intervention and months of rehabilitation. Far worse, though, were the emotional and psychological wounds that would follow him long after his discharge from the hospital. Flashbacks. Panic attacks. Anxiety. He would carry this trauma with him every day.

Now, as is often the case, despite clear failures in planning and security, no one wanted to take responsibility. The venue claimed it had no reason to expect a violent incident. The private security contractor insisted it had followed instructions. And every party pointed fingers at someone else — while Mr. Hawkins was left to suffer in silence.

This is where Bojat Law Group stepped in.

We immediately launched a full investigation into the incident. Our attorneys uncovered internal documents, contracts, and surveillance footage that showed exactly how the breakdown occurred. We worked with leading experts in venue security and threat prevention, and together, we built a powerful case that demonstrated just how avoidable this tragedy truly was.

When powerful companies refuse to take accountability, you need a law firm with the skill, tenacity, and courtroom presence to take the fight to them. Without experienced trial lawyers in your corner, you are at the mercy of a system designed to protect insurers and corporations. A case like this requires preparation, precision, and attorneys who know how to walk into a courtroom and own the room.

This was no easy task. Mass shooting cases are among the most emotionally complex and aggressively defended in personal injury law. Fortunately, Bojat Law Group has trial attorneys who know exactly how to present a case to a jury — clearly, compellingly, and with complete command of the facts. The result was a $5.5 million recovery for Mr. Hawkins, ensuring he received the care and compensation he needed to rebuild his life.

When you only have one opportunity to seek justice, you cannot leave your case in the hands of just any firm. You need lawyers who understand how to litigate serious injury claims and who will not back down when the stakes are high. Bojat Law Group represents survivors across California in their most difficult moments. We have the resources, results, and resolve to take your case all the way.

If you or someone you love has been injured due to the negligence of a public venue, private security contractor, or corporate entity, call Bojat Law Group today at (818) 877-4878 for a free and confidential consultation.