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Indiana Court Revives Security Guard's Negligence Case After 2017 Accident
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What Happened?
An Indiana appeals court has reinstated a negligence lawsuit by a security guard injured in a 2017 incident outside a hospital. The court found the hospital failed to address safety concerns.
Key points
- Paul McGann was injured by a car driven by suspected thieves in 2017.
- He accused IU Health of not maintaining safety barriers in the parking lot.
- The Indiana Court of Appeals overturned a lower court's decision favoring IU Health.
- The case will return to the lower court for further proceedings.
- McGann's allegations included missing speed bumps and barricades.
Key insights
- The ruling could set a precedent for similar negligence cases against hospitals.
- Property owners may face increased scrutiny regarding safety measures.
- The outcome may influence how hospitals manage security and safety protocols.
Why it matters
This case highlights the responsibility of property owners to ensure safety for visitors and employees.
Entities
Paul McGann· PersonIndiana University Health· OrganizationCalvert Asset & Property Protection· CompanyIndiana· StateIndianapolis· City
Source
Times of India
