Every student deserves to feel safe on campus.
But when colleges and universities fail to provide adequate security, the results can be devastating: sexual assaults, robberies, even fatal attacks.

At GOLDLAW, we represent students and their families in negligent security claims against schools that failed to protect their communities. If you or your child was hurt on campus due to a preventable crime, you may have a legal claim — and a right to justice.

Colleges Have a Legal Duty to Keep Students Safe

Florida law requires educational institutions to take reasonable measures to protect students, visitors, and faculty from foreseeable harm. This includes both on-campus areas and school-controlled housing or events.

Negligent security on campus may include:

No security patrols in high-crime areas

Broken dorm entry systems or unlocked doors

Poor lighting in parking garages or walkways

Delayed or ignored emergency calls

Inadequate sexual assault prevention policies

Lack of response to known threats or past incidents

These are not just lapses in judgment — they are legal liabilities.

Where Campus Incidents Commonly Occur

GOLDLAW has seen incidents arise in:

Dormitories and residence halls

Campus parking lots or garages

Fraternity or sorority houses

Athletic facilities or arenas

School-sponsored events or concerts

Off-campus housing affiliated with the college

Whether the violence happens inside a dorm or just steps from a classroom building, the school may still be responsible.

What Can Victims Sue For?

Civil claims can result in compensation for:

Medical bills and hospitalization

Mental health care or trauma therapy

Tuition loss or relocation costs

Lost earning potential (in the case of long-term disability)

Pain and suffering

Some victims are also eligible for punitive damages — especially when the school ignored clear red flags.

Why GOLDLAW?

We are aggressive legal advocates and trauma-informed allies. We know how to investigate campus security failures — and how to build a case that holds the institution accountable.

✅ Access to campus safety experts and legal investigators
✅ Experience handling cases involving minors and FERPA protections
✅ Compassionate support for survivors and their families
✅ Fierce litigation strategy when schools deny responsibility

📞 Call GOLDLAW at 561-222-2222
🌐 www.goldlaw.com

If your safety was compromised, your voice matters — and GOLDLAW will help you use it.