Simon Property Group appealed to the Texas Supreme Court to dismiss negligence claims in the 2023 Allen mall shooting case.
Why it matters: The ruling could redefine premises liability standards and security obligations for mall operators, influencing risk management and legal accountability across commercial real estate nationally.
- May 6, 2023, mass shooting at Allen Premium Outlets killed nine and injured seven.
- Simon Property Group, owner of the mall, faces negligence claims for alleged inadequate security.
- Trial and appellate courts denied dismissal; Simon appealed to the Texas Supreme Court.
- On Sept. 16, 2026, Texas Supreme Court heard arguments; Justice Lehrmann indicated openness to revising liability standards.
On May 6, 2023, a mass shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, Texas, resulted in nine deaths, including the shooter, and seven injuries. The mall is owned by Simon Property Group, the largest mall operator in the United States.
Victims and their families filed negligence and premises liability lawsuits against Simon Property Group, alleging the company failed to provide adequate security despite credible threats and the high-risk environment. Simon responded by filing a motion to dismiss under Rule 91a of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, arguing it owed no legal duty to protect against unforeseeable criminal acts on its property…