Slip and fall accidents are some of the most common types of premise liability injuries. Slippery substances on the floor, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, or improperly installed handrails lead to most slip and fall accidents in Texas. Injuries usually entail soft tissue swelling and slight bruising.  But in severe cases, the injured person may sustain broken extremities, head trauma, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, disc injuries, or even death.

Recent Texas case law has made it difficult to prove your case against the business owner. Knowing this and potential jury verdicts, insurance companies will immediately downplay injuries and attempt to blame the victims themselves. They will argue that “you” should have been aware of your surroundings, that you should have been more cautions and paid attention to where you were walking.  This may hold true in certain situations, but what if the slippery substance could not be seen? What if an employee had been around the dangerous area for some time and did nothing to clean, advise, and protect the general public? 

When you go onto someone else’s property that landowner has a duty to warn and protect you from certain dangers. The level of responsibility owed depends on certain factors. What the property is used for, either commercial or personal use, and the type of danger, either obvious or difficult to see, are all factors in determining who is responsible for your injuries. Insurance companies attempt to gather evidence early on to use against victims.  Often, this includes a recorded statement with leading questions to provoke a certain response.  It is much better to have an experienced attorney handle your case. Our attorneys are personal injury attorneys and have the experience to walk you through these tricky situations.

By hiring an experienced personal injury attorney, you increase your chances of avoiding these dishonest defense tactics. Shifting blame solely on the premises owner ensures recovery of your medical expenses and future damages from the property owner who failed to correct or warn you of the dangerous situation. We have handled numerous slip and fall cases, ranging from a slip by the soda fountain center to a trip outside the premises due to an uneven sidewalk.  All have had devastating injuries.  If you believe that you have been injured as a result of a negligent business owner, call us at 210-547-0505.