Can Michigan landlords and businesses be held liable for the criminal activity of others?
Devon Bailey attended a social gathering in the common area of an apartment complex, where security guards were patrolling the area. During the event, a resident informed the security guards that an individual was brandishing a revolver and threatening to kill. The security guards did not respond. Thereafter, the individual shot Mr. Bailey twice in his back, rendering Mr. Bailey a paraplegic. He then sued the owner and operator of the apartment complex. After appeals, th