Haggard Crime Victim Attorneys Launches Shooting Litigation Discussion

Haggard Crime Victim Attorneys is drawing attention to civil litigation involving shooting victims following the August 11, 2026, launch of Case & Cause, a podcast hosted by attorney Michael Haggard, Esq. The program, produced through The Haggard Law Firm in Florida, examines gun violence litigation, property security responsibilities, and civil accountability, including issues relevant to shooting incidents in Colorado and other states.

The program's first episode addresses legal proceedings arising from shootings and the relationship between civil litigation and violence prevention. The discussion features Michael Haggard, attorney Todd Michaels, and Happy Perry, whose son, D'Sean Perry, was killed in the 2022 University of Virginia shooting. The episode examines the legal and institutional questions that can arise after fatal incidents.

"Civil cases involving shootings require an examination of the circumstances surrounding an incident, including the responsibilities of property owners and other parties," said Michael Haggard, Esq., managing partner of The Haggard Law Firm. "The discussion addresses how those responsibilities are evaluated through the civil legal process."

The podcast examines legal issues involving negligent security, premises liability, wrongful death, and institutional responsibility. These subjects concern circumstances in which a shooting occurs at a commercial establishment, residential property, or another location managed by a third party. Civil proceedings may examine whether a property owner or another responsible party failed to meet an applicable legal duty.

In Colorado, shooting incidents may give rise to criminal investigations and separate civil proceedings. Criminal cases address alleged violations of criminal law, while civil lawsuits address liability and potential monetary damages. A civil claim involving a shooting generally requires an assessment of the facts, the applicable legal standards, and the relationship between the alleged conduct and resulting injuries.

Negligent security litigation examines the security responsibilities of businesses, property owners, and other entities. Such cases may involve apartment complexes, parking facilities, entertainment establishments, hotels, and commercial properties. The existence of a shooting does not automatically establish negligence or legal responsibility.

Investigations into these cases may include security footage, incident reports, property records, witness statements, and documentation of previous events. Attorneys may also examine access controls, security staffing, maintenance records, and policies governing the premises. The relevance of each category of evidence depends on the circumstances and the applicable law.

Colorado premises liability law establishes requirements for certain claims involving injuries occurring on another party's property. The legal analysis may involve the injured person's status under the applicable statute, the property owner's knowledge of a dangerous condition, and the circumstances surrounding the incident. Claims involving criminal acts committed by third parties can raise additional questions about duty, causation, and statutory requirements.

The firm's published shooting victim resources address civil claims following shootings at residential and commercial properties. The materials discuss potential responsibilities of property owners, the distinction between civil and criminal proceedings, and the types of losses that may be examined in personal injury or wrongful death litigation. The information describes general legal principles rather than determining liability in any individual case.

The Haggard Law Firm was established in 1972 and handles civil litigation involving serious injuries, wrongful death, premises liability, and negligent security. Its practice includes cases involving shootings, assaults, and other incidents in which allegations of inadequate property security are central to the legal dispute. The firm operates from Coral Gables, Florida, and describes its crime victim practice as serving clients nationally.

Michael Haggard serves as the firm's managing partner and has worked on negligent security and personal injury litigation. His professional background includes involvement in the National Crime Victim Bar Association and civil cases concerning property security responsibilities. The firm's official website provides background on its practice areas and published case information.

The launch of Case & Cause adds a public discussion format to the firm's existing legal and educational materials. Future discussions are intended to examine civil justice, injury litigation, institutional accountability, and public safety issues. Additional information about the program and its initial episode is available through the firm's podcast announcement.

The program's treatment of shooting litigation reflects the distinction between identifying a criminal offender and examining whether other parties have legal responsibilities arising from an incident. Civil claims remain dependent on the evidence, governing law, procedural requirements, and individual circumstances. The firm's published materials provide further information about these legal subjects and the civil litigation process.

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Michael Haggard, Esq.
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