Premises Liability Lawyers Serving Austin, Dallas, Houston, & Surrounding Areas
Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises for visitors. When they fail in this responsibility and someone gets hurt, they can be held liable for the resulting injuries. At Motiwala Legal Concepts, our slip and fall attorneys help injured Texans recover compensation from negligent property owners and businesses.
What is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is a legal concept that holds property owners and occupiers responsible for injuries that occur on their property due to unsafe conditions. This includes:
- Retail stores and shopping centers
- Restaurants and bars
- Hotels and motels
- Apartment complexes and rental properties
- Office buildings
- Parking lots and garages
- Private residences
- Parks and recreational facilities
Common Slip and Fall Hazards
Our firm has successfully represented clients injured by:
- Wet or Slippery Floors: Spills, freshly mopped floors without warning signs, tracked-in rain
- Uneven Surfaces: Cracked sidewalks, potholes in parking lots, warped flooring
- Poor Lighting: Inadequate illumination in stairwells, hallways, or parking areas
- Broken or Missing Handrails: Stairs without proper railings or support
- Clutter and Obstacles: Merchandise blocking aisles, electrical cords across walkways
- Torn Carpeting: Loose or torn carpet creating trip hazards
- Ice and Snow: Failure to salt or sand walkways during winter weather
- Defective Stairs: Broken or uneven steps
- Inadequate Security: Lack of proper security leading to assault or injury
Serious Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents
Don’t let anyone minimize your slip and fall injury. These accidents can cause:
- Hip fractures (especially in older adults)
- Traumatic brain injuries from hitting the head
- Spinal cord injuries and back trauma
- Broken wrists, arms, and ankles
- Shoulder injuries and torn rotator cuffs
- Knee damage and ligament tears
- Facial injuries and dental damage
Proving a Slip and Fall Case in Texas
To win a premises liability case, we must prove:
- The property owner owed you a duty of care (you were lawfully on the property)
- The owner breached that duty (they knew or should have known about the dangerous condition)
- The breach caused your injuries (the hazard directly led to your fall)
- You suffered actual damages (medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering)
What Property Owners Must Do
Texas law requires property owners to:
- Regularly inspect their premises for hazards
- Repair dangerous conditions promptly
- Warn visitors of known dangers they can’t immediately fix
- Maintain adequate lighting
- Keep walkways clear and safe
Why You Need a Slip and Fall Lawyer
Insurance companies and property owners often try to blame the victim, claiming:
- “You should have been watching where you were going”
- “The hazard was obvious”
- “We had no notice of the dangerous condition”
- “You were wearing inappropriate footwear”
Don’t let them get away with it. Our Austin slip and fall lawyers gather evidence—including surveillance footage, maintenance records, incident reports, and witness statements—to prove negligence and secure fair compensation.
Statute of Limitations in Texas
In Texas, you generally have two years from the date of your slip and fall injury to file a lawsuit. Don’t wait—evidence disappears, witnesses’ memories fade, and your right to compensation can expire.
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident, call (512) 262-8456 for a free consultation with Motiwala Legal Concepts.