Business Break-in and Apathy

Since moving west 2 years ago I’ve had an acquaintance who is a small business owner with a shop in a plaza across the street from a major mall. His business is a smoke shop. He also sells soda and knives an a few other things.

In the two years that I have known him his business has been broken into three times. All the break-ins were through the window that looks out on to the parking lot – in full view of anyone who happens to be passing by. However, they have been taking place about 1:00 Sunday morning.

In all cases the police have arrived and surveyed the scene. I wasn’t there so I do not know the full exchanges between him and the police. All I have is his side of the story.

According to him all the plolice did was show up, look around a bit, talk and tell him that whoever did it wore gloves. That was it. I don’t think he has heard anything about the other two times.

To top it off the thieves went through his mail – not a good sign (can you say ID Theft?).

However, as citizens of a democratic nation, we do have the right to have our grievances resolved. The police are part of that process and we expect them to do their best to help us. However, we do have the responsibility to help them to help us.

If you are the victim of robbery or any other crime and nothing seems to be getting done about it what can you do? First, contact an attorney for advice and assistance. Their job is to help us deal with legal situations. Second, follow their advice and recommendations as completely and full as you are capable. Third, have them contact the law enforcement agency on your behalf to get resolution to your situation.

My friend doesn’t have any security cameras in his store. He doesn’t have an attorney. He does have insurance for theft and damages. He doesn’t realize that as these thefts happen his insurance premiums will increase. He doesn’t have a Pre-Paid Legal membership. He doesn’t understand that our Small Business Plan is a valid tax write off for his taxes.

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I am not an attorney, therefore, do not take anything in any of my posts as legal advice. In any legal situation, as in a medical situation, always consult a professional.

The posts on this blog are only intended to provide the reader with information on how and in what circumstances they may use their Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. membership.

I am not an employee of Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. I am an Independent Associate.