If my car was broken into in a restaurant parking lot, can they be held liable?

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If my car was broken into in a restaurant parking lot, can they be held liable?

The waitress said it happens all the time. They haven’t made an attempt to deter the break-ins or warn the customers.

Asked on January 3, 2012 under Business Law, Ohio

Answers:

Paula McGill / Paula J. McGill, Attorney at Law

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

If there is a history of car break-ins, you might be able to hold them liable for insufficient security. Is the waitress willing to testify on your behalf? Are there police reports regarding the other break-ins? All these are important to determine if its worth pursuing the matter.

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