Stabbing at Sunny Isles Lounge Leaves One Hospitalized, Suspect Arrested: Legal Options for Victim

A violent incident at a Sunny Isles lounge left one man hospitalized Sunday evening, prompting an arrest and raising serious concerns about security and violence prevention at Miami-Dade nightlife establishments. According to NBC6, police arrested Bagrat Vlaadimirovi Garamov, 46, after he allegedly stabbed another man inside a lounge located on the 100 block of Sunny Isles Boulevard.

The victim was rushed into surgery and later listed in stable condition. Garamov was charged with attempted second-degree murder with a deadly weapon and transported to the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Institution.

While the criminal case will determine Garamov’s guilt and any resulting punishment, the victim and his family have the right to pursue civil justice—including compensation for medical bills, lost income, trauma, and more. Cases like this often involve negligent security, one of the most complex but important areas of Florida personal injury law.

The Attack

• The stabbing occurred inside a lounge on Sunny Isles Boulevard.
• Police allege the suspect stabbed another man during an altercation.
• The victim required emergency surgery and is now in stable condition.

The Arrest

• Police arrested Garamov at the scene shortly after the incident.
• He faces a second-degree attempted murder charge, a first-degree felony in Florida.

The Crime Scene

• The incident took place inside a commercial establishment, a critical fact for evaluating civil liability.
• Florida law requires bars, lounges, restaurants, and clubs to maintain reasonable safety and security measures to protect patrons from foreseeable harm.

Could the Lounge Be Legally Liable? Understanding Negligent Security in Florida

When a violent crime happens inside a business open to the public—especially nightlife venues that historically have higher risks of fights, assaults, and stabbings—property owners may bear responsibility under Florida’s negligent security laws.

Under Florida Statute §768.0755, property owners can be held liable if a victim is injured because the owner failed to provide adequate security and the harm was foreseeable.

Potential Security Failures That Could Matter

An investigation may explore whether the lounge:

• Had proper security personnel on duty
• Maintained working security cameras
• Conducted patron screening or bag checks
• Had a history of prior violent incidents
• Allowed overserving or escalating altercations
• Provided sufficient lighting, exits, and surveillance
• Properly intervened when the argument began (if applicable)

Nightclubs and lounges are expected to maintain conditions that protect patrons from violent assaults. If security was lacking or inadequate, the victim may have grounds for a negligent security lawsuit.

Legal Options for the Victim and Their Family

Even though the victim survived, the injuries, surgery, and emotional trauma can have long-term consequences. The criminal case will not provide compensation. Only a civil injury claim can.

1. Negligent Security Claim Against the Lounge

If inadequate security contributed to the stabbing, the victim may be entitled to pursue damages such as:

• Medical expenses (surgery, hospitalization, ongoing care)
• Lost wages and lost earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and PTSD
• Scarring or disfigurement
• Future medical treatment

A negligent security claim often allows for significantly higher compensation than what is available through criminal restitution.

2. Civil Battery Claim Against the Attacker

In addition to the criminal charges, the victim may bring a civil lawsuit directly against the suspect for:

• Intentional infliction of harm
• Punitive damages (in some cases)

Even if the attacker cannot compensate fully, these claims help establish liability and may support recovery from other responsible parties.

3. Claims Through Crime Victim Funds

Florida offers compensation programs for victims of violent crimes, which may help cover:

• Initial medical costs
• Lost wages
• Mental health counseling

These programs cannot replace a civil case but can provide immediate support.

Why Victims Should Consult a Negligent Security Attorney Immediately

Violent assault cases require rapid investigation. Evidence can disappear quickly, and businesses may not voluntarily preserve surveillance footage.

A law firm can:

• Immediately request or subpoena video footage
• Obtain police reports
• Interview witnesses
• Investigate the lounge’s security policies
• Determine whether prior incidents occurred
• Identify all available insurance coverage

The sooner an attorney is involved, the better the chances of securing critical evidence before it is destroyed.

Our firm has extensive experience representing victims and families harmed by stabbings, shootings, assaults, and negligent security incidents throughout Miami, Sunny Isles, Brickell, Wynwood, and South Florida.

We understand the trauma victims face and fight to hold businesses accountable when they fail to protect their guests.

If you or a loved one was injured in this attack—or any act of violence—contact us for a free and confidential consultation.

We can help explain your rights, start an immediate investigation, and pursue the compensation you deserve.