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SECURITY EXPERT SPECIALTIES AND OTHER INFORMATION |
LOUNGE & HOTEL SECURITY EXPERT
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Roger H. Schmedlen, CPP, CFE, CII, MIPI |
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Areas of Expertise (Security) Hospitals & Assisted Care Units Labor Dispute & Strike Security Personal Protection Negligence Private Investigator Negligence Surveillance Videotape Analysis Areas of Expertise--Fraud Contact Information Other Services Available Loss Prevention Concepts, Ltd. Qualifying Security Experts Michigan Lawyers Weekly (2006) Missouri Lawyers Weekly Article Michigan Lawyers Weekly Article
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Lounges, bars. resorts and lodging facilities offer unique security exposure. Litigation stemming from security related incidents at these facilities is common. Excessive force used by security personnel in lounges is one typical cause of action. Another is failure to provide adequate security to customers. However, in cases involving hotels, motels and other lodging facilities, the foundation for the action usually concerns allegations of deficient physical security, lighting, access control and locking devices. While Mr. Schmedlen is experienced in setting up and managing security, as well as consulting in both lounge and lodging environments, he has not otherwise conducted independent security surveys or risk analyses, since these small businesses seldom contract for such projects. While there are no security standards, per se, which apply in these situations--other than physical security/lighting standards--this is an area where countermeasures should be reasonable for the environment taking into account community standards and historical events. Additional short-term countermeasures or procedures may be necessary when there is a specific known risk. Often in lawsuits involving lounges, pubs and bars, Dram Shop Acts play a part in the litigation. Mr. Schmedlen's area of expertise does not include this related specialty. Please scroll down to view security expert witness lounge, hotel, restaurant and resort case titles. SECURITY EXPERT WITNESS LITIGATION CASE HISTORY Larry J. Rogers v An attachment to Mr. Schmedlen's curriculum vitae identifies the clients in each of these matters and contains a recap of each of the cases. Questions on this subject? Write Roger H. Schmedlen, CPP, CFE, CII, MIPI |