If it seems like more and more security guards are getting injured by gunfire these days, you’re not alone. Security guards at hospitals, working at entertainment lounges, and patrolling parking lots are being shot and in some cases killed in
One of the worst things that can happen after an unfortunate security incident is a wrongful death suit. This response occurs frequently in the security industry following a tragedy, as people seek to place blame or find recompense. The more
We’ve provided plenty of advice on how security guards should handle events, including angry shoppers, combative bar patrons, and more. But there’s another scenario that guards may be even more likely to face on a job: Hearing a security or
Civil suits – and their associated court processes – are a way to file a legal complaint against another party, holding them liable for something they did. It doesn’t necessarily mean that they broke a law, but a civil lawsuit
El Dorado is here to help protect your security firm against liability problems with both our customizable policies, and periodic advice about the current state of the industry. That includes warnings about what not to do, and specifically actions that
Retail security has seen a tumultuous few years, which has led to the retail industry rethinking its relationship with security and how it works – including interesting new regulations. Back during the days of COVID, we noted how the retail
Hiring off-duty police officers to moonlight as security guards (or retired officers, a similar prospect) is common and widespread throughout the industry. But is it a good security practice? Does using off-duty cops come with any risks or limitations? Your
We work to keep security firms updated about the latest liability issues they may run across, and recently a piece of important news could make a big difference for some firms. The catalyst is a new action taken by the
Many security firms are facing interesting times in 2023. Demand for security guards remains high across a variety of industries, although hiring new guards poses challenges. That’s also led to another issue in some regions: Clients are beginning to look
Shoplifting is on a significant rise in stores across the country, and retailers are looking for ways to stop it. A combination of new tactics like mass organized shoplifting, desperation and anger from rising prices, and emboldened shoplifters is creating serious problems.
