San Antonio’s Fiercest Premises Liability Lawyers
When you’re injured, we hold Texas property owners accountable for negligence
Property owners in Texas are legally responsible for maintaining safe environments. When they fail to do so, accidents can happen, leaving innocent people seriously injured. These accidents fall under the area of personal injury law known as premises liability. If you’ve been hurt on someone else’s property — whether in a store, at an apartment complex, or even on public grounds — you may have the right to seek compensation. In San Antonio, Wyatt Law Firm fiercest premises liability lawyers have the experience and determination to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve. Injured? Contact us for a free consultation to learn more about how the law applies to your case and your options for maximum compensation.
How Does Texas Define Premises Liability?
In Texas, premises liability refers to the legal responsibility of property owners to ensure their premises are safe for visitors. If a hazardous condition exists, and the property owner knew — or should have known — about it but did not address it, they can be held liable for any resulting injuries. Some common premises liability cases include:
- Slip and Fall Accidents: Slip and falls can be caused by many hazardous conditions, including wet floors, uneven surfaces, or poor lighting.
- Negligent Security: Leading to assaults or other criminal activities.
- Residential and Commercial Fires: Fires caused by faulty wiring, unsafe heating systems, or lack of fire safety measures can lead to severe injuries or death in homes and businesses.
- Dog Bites: If a property owner’s dog attacks and injures someone.
- Swimming Pool Accidents: Unsafe conditions or lack of supervision in pools.
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Faulty appliances or poor ventilation can lead to deadly carbon monoxide exposure, often without warning signs.
- Falling Objects: From improperly secured shelves or construction areas.
Each of these accidents can lead to severe injuries, from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries. Understanding the different types of premises liability can help you recognize when you have a case, and Wyatt Law Firm is here to guide you through the process.
Texas Premises Liability Laws
Texas law holds property owners to specific standards of care, but the level of responsibility depends on the type of visitor to the property. There are three main types of visitors recognized by Texas law:
- Invitees: These are individuals who are invited onto a property for business purposes, like customers at a store. Property owners owe invitees the highest duty of care, ensuring that the premises are safe and warning of any potential dangers.
- Licensees: These are social guests or individuals visiting for non-commercial purposes. Property owners must warn them of any known hazards but are not required to inspect the property for unknown dangers.
- Trespassers: People who enter the property without permission. While property owners generally do not owe a duty of care to trespassers, they cannot intentionally harm them.
Understanding these distinctions is necessary when filing a premises liability claim. Wyatt Law Firm has the experience and passion for justice to help determine your visitor status and build a strong case for compensation.
Common Injuries from Premises Liability Accidents
Premises liability accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, many of which can have long-lasting consequences. Some of the most common injuries include:
- Broken Bones: A fall or impact from an unsafe condition can lead to fractures such as broken wrists, ankles, hips, or ribs. These injuries often require surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term care to fully recover.
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Head injuries from falls or other accidents can lead to concussions, skull fractures, or more severe brain damage, such as contusions or hemorrhages. These injuries may require extensive medical care and can result in long-term cognitive or physical impairments.
- Spine and Spinal Cord Injuries: Damage to the spine, including herniated discs, fractures, or spinal cord compression, can lead to chronic pain, limited mobility, or nerve damage. Severe spinal cord injuries may cause paralysis, either partial or complete, affecting a person’s ability to walk, move, or even perform basic daily tasks. These injuries often require extensive rehabilitation and may have life-long consequences.
- Back Injuries: Strains, sprains, or herniated discs caused by falls or other accidents can result in severe back pain and restricted movement. Back injuries often require physical therapy, pain management, or even surgery, and can significantly impact daily activities and work capabilities.
- Neck Injuries: Whiplash, muscle strains, or cervical spine injuries from accidents can cause significant pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. Severe neck injuries may involve damage to the vertebrae or discs, potentially leading to long-term discomfort, headaches, or nerve issues. Treatment often includes physical therapy, pain management, or, in severe cases, surgery.
- Cuts and Lacerations: Sharp objects or dangerous conditions can cause deep cuts, leading to infections or the need for stitches.
- Burns: Fires, electrical hazards, or chemical exposure on someone else’s property can lead to serious burns.
These injuries not only cause physical pain but also significant financial strain due to medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs. Recovering full compensation is critical to ensuring your recovery, and Wyatt Law Firm is committed to fighting for everything you deserve.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Premises Liability Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a premises liability accident, you may be entitled to several forms of compensation. Each case is unique, but common types of compensation available in premises liability claims include:
- Medical Expenses: Covering hospital bills, surgeries, medications, and rehabilitation.
- Lost Wages: If your injury prevents you from working, you may recover compensation for the income you’ve lost.
- Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain and emotional distress caused by your injury.
- Future Medical Costs: Serious injuries may require long-term treatment, and future medical expenses can be included in your claim.
- Loss of Earning Capacity: If your injury limits your ability to work in the future, you may be entitled to compensation for lost earning potential.
Having an experienced premises liability lawyer by your side ensures that you pursue every possible avenue of compensation. Wyatt Law Firm has recovered over $1 billion for injury victims and will fight tirelessly to secure the compensation you need to move forward.
Put a Powerful Fighter on Your Side – Contact Wyatt Law Firm for a Free Consultation Today
Premises liability cases can be challenging to navigate, especially when dealing with complex Texas laws and uncooperative insurance companies. Proving that a property owner was negligent requires thorough investigation, evidence gathering, and sometimes expert testimony. Without experienced legal representation, you risk facing tactics from insurance companies that aim to reduce or deny your claim.
Wyatt Law Firm has over 40 years of experience in premises liability cases, building strong claims and fighting insurance companies to protect your best interests. With our no-fee guarantee, you don’t pay unless we win, allowing you to focus on recovery. We’re not just lawyers — we’re fierce advocates and proud supporters of the San Antonio community. With over $1 billion recovered for Texas injury victims, we hold negligent property owners accountable and strive to improve safety for everyone. Contact our San Antonio premises liability lawyers today for a free consultation and take the first step toward justice.