If You Sustained A Serious Injury On Someone Else’s Property, Do You Know What To Do Next?
If You Sustained A Serious Injury On Someone Else’s Property, Do You Know What To Do Next? Whether your injury occurred at a store, restaurant, bar, hotel, or office, property owners have a reasonable duty of care to maintain their premises safely. That involves eliminating or fixing the risk involved or, at the very least, warning others of its presence.
If the property owner knew or should have known about the defect or dangerous condition that caused your injury and failed to act, they are liable for the injuries you sustained. Your injury has many serious ramifications for your future health, finances, job and family. For these reasons, you need trustworthy, dependable legal advice.
Escamilla Law Firm, PLLC Has The Answers And Solutions You Need
If you or someone you care about has been injured due to a property owner’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. But navigating the complexities of premises liability law can be overwhelming without the right guidance. That’s why your first step should be contacting an experienced premises liability lawyer who can protect your rights, advocate for your interests, and secure the compensation you deserve.
At Escamilla Law Firm, PLLC, we have a proven track record of helping clients in McAllen and Austin, TX, recover damages for injuries caused by unsafe property conditions and negligent property owners.
With over 20 years of experience in premises liability law, John Escamilla is ready to put his knowledge, dedication, and expertise to work for you. Your recovery is our priority, and we’ll stand by your side every step of the way to ensure your voice is heard and your case is handled with the care it deserves.
How Do I Know If I Have A Legitimate Premises Liability Case?
If you were injured on someone else’s property—whether as a guest, customer, or client—you might have a premises liability claim. However, specific legal criteria must be met to determine whether your case is valid.
Under the law, property owners are required to maintain safe premises for those who have a legal right to be there. To establish a premises liability claim, consider the following key elements:
1. Was there a dangerous defect or condition on the property?
A dangerous condition can include a wide range of hazards, such as:
- Compromised flooring (wet, slippery, loose, cracked, or uneven)
- Broken railings or stairs
- Poor or broken lighting
- Exposed or dangerous wiring
- Faulty machinery
- Inadequate or lack of security
- Absence of appropriate warning signage
- Falling, dangling, or unsecured objects
These conditions, and many others, may constitute a “dangerous defect” that creates a valid premises liability claim.
2. Did the property owner know–or should they have known–about the dangerous condition?
Property owners are responsible for addressing hazards they knew about or should have known about.
- Were employees, guests, or customers aware of and reporting the hazard?
- Did the property owner have enough time to address or repair the issue?
If it can be shown that the property owner was aware (or reasonably should have been aware) of the condition, this element of your claim is supported.
3. Did the property owner take steps to eliminate or minimize the risk?
Property owners have a duty of care to address hazardous conditions on their premises.
- Did they repair the hazard?
- Did they provide adequate warning (e.g., signs, barriers)?
If they failed to take reasonable steps to eliminate or minimize the danger, they may be held liable for your injuries.
4. Was the risk or defect the actual or direct cause of your injury?
It must be demonstrated that the hazard or dangerous condition was the direct cause of your injury.
- Is there clear evidence linking the defect to your injury?
- Were there no other intervening factors that caused the harm?
If the dangerous condition can be shown to have directly resulted in your injury, this final element of property owner liability is established.
Contact Escamilla Law Firm, PLLC, To Find Out If You Have A Case For Compensation
A native Texan with deep roots in his community, John Escamilla is widely respected by both colleagues and clients for his dedication to personal injury law. He’s earned a sterling reputation for consistently delivering generous and just settlements in injury cases.
Don’t wait to protect your rights and secure the compensation you need to move forward. Contact Escamilla Law Firm, PLLC, today to schedule your free consultation. Let us help you take the next step toward justice and recovery.
