ANDREOZZI + FOOTE
Stabbing Victim Lawyer
Helping Victims of Violent Crime Hold Negligent Organizations Accountable
Reviewed by:
Benjamin D. Andreozzi, Esq.
- Last Updated: October 2, 2026
On This Page
- Why Trust Andreozzi + Foote To Handle Your Stabbing Lawsuit
- Can You File a Civil Lawsuit After Being Stabbed?
- Who Can You Sue After a Stabbing?
- Common Places Where Stabbings May Occur
- What Compensation is Available in a Stabbing Injury Lawsuit?
- Evidence That Can Support a Stabbing Injury Claim
- How Quickly Should You File a Stabbing Injury Lawsuit?
- Contact a Stabbing Victim Lawyer Today
A stabbing can leave survivors facing serious physical injuries and emotional trauma that affects their lives long after the attack. While the attacker is responsible for causing the harm, business or property owners may also share liability for failing to address known security risks that enabled or contributed to the harm.
At Andreozzi + Foote, our stabbing victim lawyers are here to help you pursue justice and compensation to address the lasting impacts of stabbing. We are available to discuss your legal options in a free, no-obligation consultation.
“A stabbing can change a person’s life in an instant, but survivors often don’t realize that the individual who committed the attack may not be the only party responsible. When businesses, landlords, schools, or other institutions fail to address known safety risks, they may be held accountable through a civil lawsuit. Our team is committed to uncovering the facts and helping survivors pursue the justice and compensation they deserve.”
Why Trust Andreozzi + Foote To Handle Your Stabbing Lawsuit
At Andreozzi + Foote, we represent crime victims nationwide and bring more than 50 years of combined experience in handling complex, high-stakes cases. Our attorneys have the skill and dedication needed to take on challenging claims involving serious injuries and large institutions.
When you choose us, you’ll receive the following advantages:
- A commitment to accountability: We have a proven record of achieving meaningful results and holding institutions responsible when they fail to protect people from harm.
- Trauma-informed legal representation: We understand the impact of violent crimes and provide respectful guidance throughout the legal process.
- Comprehensive investigations: Our team examines security concerns, prior incidents, and available evidence to understand how a property owner’s failures may have contributed to your injuries.
- Trial-ready attorneys: We prepare every case to achieve the strongest possible outcome through settlement or trial.
- No upfront fees: You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Can You File a Civil Lawsuit After Being Stabbed?
Yes, you may be eligible to sue for the injuries and losses you suffered after being stabbed. A civil lawsuit differs from a criminal case and allows victims to seek compensation for the harm they’ve experienced.
You may be able to pursue a claim against the attacker or another party whose negligence played a role in the stabbing. Depending on the circumstances, that could include a business, a landlord, a property owner, or another entity. Criminal cases focus on punishing the attacker, not third parties, with penalties such as incarceration.
Because civil and criminal cases are separate proceedings, you may be able to pursue a lawsuit even if the attacker is never charged or convicted. The facts of the stabbing will determine whether another party may be legally responsible.
Who Can Bring a Stabbing Victim Lawsuit?
A stabbing victim who suffers physical or emotional harm may be entitled to file a civil lawsuit. Common Injuries from a stabbing include deep lacerations, nerve damage, organ damage, permanent disability, and scarring. Victims may also suffer emotional trauma or PTSD from an attack.
If a stabbing has resulted in the victim’s death, certain family members may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death claim. The rules for governing who can file and what compensation is available vary by state.
Who Can You Sue After a Stabbing?
Liability for a stabbing often extends beyond the attacker. Depending on where the stabbing occurred and the circumstances leading up to it, negligent security may have contributed to the attack, making certain other parties liable for the harm.
Potential defendants include:
- Apartment complexes
- Hotels
- Bars and nightclubs
- Shopping centers
- Restaurants
- Parking garages
- Schools and universities
- Employers
- Security companies
- Property management companies
- Hospitals
- Event venues
- Retail stores
When Is a Property Owner or Business Liable for a Stabbing?
A property owner or business may be liable for a stabbing if negligent security has contributed to the attack. Negligent security is an area of premises liability law. In general, property owners and businesses owe a duty to take reasonable safety measures to prevent foreseeable criminal activity on their premises. If they breach that duty, they may be held liable fo the resulting harm from a stabbing attack on their property.
Examples of security failures include:
- Lack of security personnel when reasonably necessary
- Broken locks or gates
- Inadequate lighting
- Lack of operable surveillance cameras
- Failure to address previous violent crimes
- Ignoring reports of threats or dangerous individuals
- Inadequate employee training
- Failure to control access to the property
Common Places Where Stabbings May Occur
Stabbings occur in many different types of settings, including the following:
- Apartment complexes
- Bars and nightclubs
- Hotels and motels
- Shopping centers
- Parking lots and parking garages
- Schools and universities
- Workplaces
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Concert and sporting events
The location alone does not automatically establish liability. Our stabbing victim lawyers can evaluate the circumstances of the case and determine whether third parties may share responsibility for the stabbing.
What Compensation is Available in a Stabbing Injury Lawsuit?
You can generally seek compensation for the harm resulting from a stabbing, including the financial impacts and the effects on your life. Depending on the circumstances, recoverable damages may include:
- Emergency care and ongoing medical treatment
- Wages lost while recovering
- Future loss of earning capacity
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma, such as PTSD
- Permanent scarring or disability
If the stabbing results in death, a wrongful death claim may help eligible family members seek compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and other related damages.
Evidence That Can Support a Stabbing Injury Claim
To prove your claim, you’ll need evidence establishing what happened leading up to the stabbing and whether another party’s negligence contributed to your injuries. Depending on the circumstances, relevant evidence may include the following:
- Police and incident reports
- Photo, video, and surveillance footage
- Witness statements
- Information on prior crimes
- Security policies
- Maintenance records
- Medical records
- Expert testimony from qualified professionals
- 911 recordings
You do not have to handle the investigation on your own. An attorney can collect the evidence needed to strengthen your claim while you focus on your recovery.
How Quickly Should You File a Stabbing Injury Lawsuit?
You should file a stabbing injury lawsuit as soon as reasonably possible because each state has its own deadline on when you can bring a claim. Certain circumstances may change these deadlines, but waiting too long can bar you from recovering compensation.
Quick action also matters because evidence does not always remain available. Surveillance footage may be erased, and witnesses may lose important memories of the attack. Important records can also disappear or become more difficult to obtain over time.
If you or a loved one was injured in a stabbing, consult with a stabbing victim attorney promptly. They can determine which filing deadlines apply to your case and begin building your case while critical evidence is still available.
Contact a Stabbing Victim Lawyer Today
The circumstances leading up to a stabbing can matter just as much as the attack itself. If a business or property owner knew about a security concern and failed to respond, that organization may also be responsible for your injuries.
At Andreozzi + Foote, we focus on holding organizations accountable when their failures contribute to serious harm. We will explain your legal options and answer any questions you may have.
Contact us online or call (866) 311-8640 today for a free consultation with a stabbing victim lawyer.