A:You may be able to hold a property owner responsible for injuries that result from criminal acts, such as a physical assault at a nightclub, sporting venue, place of business, or apartment / condo complex. To determine if you have a claim, your attorney will need to evaluate factors such as the type of business or property, the owner’s duty of care, the likelihood of injury, prior incidents or lawsuits, and the feasibility of precautions like security, among other factors.