When you visit someone else’s property—whether it’s a store, apartment complex, hotel, restaurant or even a private home—you have the right to expect a safe environment. Unfortunately, property owners don’t always take the necessary precautions and that’s when injuries occur.
At Jim Adler & Associates we represent people who have been injured due to unsafe premises. Whether it’s a slip and fall, negligent security or unsafe workplace conditions you deserve justice and fair compensation.
If you or a loved one were injured due to a property owner’s negligence, contact us today for a free case review.
Premises liability is a legal term that holds property owners responsible when someone is injured due to hazards on their property. Under Texas law property owners must take reasonable steps to identify, fix or warn visitors about dangers.
These cases are often complicated and require strong legal arguments to prove negligence caused the injury. That’s why you need a Texas premises liability lawyer on your side.
Premises liability covers a broad range of accidents and injuries. Here are some of the most common cases:
Slip and falls are one of the leading causes of premises liability claims. Property owners must keep walkways clear of hazards such as:
Wet floors without warning signs.
Uneven surfaces, loose flooring or torn carpets.
Poor lighting in stairwells, hallways or parking lots.
Icy or slippery sidewalks outside of businesses and homes.
In some cases, injuries result from criminal activity rather than unsafe conditions. Property owners are required to provide adequate security in certain locations. Failing to do so can result in assaults, robberies or other violent crimes. Negligent security cases often involve:
No security cameras or surveillance in high crime areas.
Poorly lit parking lots or stairwells which increases the risk of attacks.
Unsecured entrances or gates which allows unauthorized people to enter.
Inadequate security personnel at apartment complexes, hotels or shopping malls.
Texas follows a one-bite rule meaning owners may be held liable if they knew or should have known their dog was dangerous. If a property owner fails to restrain a dangerous dog they can be sued for damages.
Private and public pool owners must ensure safety measures are in place. Common swimming pool related premises liability cases involve:
No fencing or pool covers leading to drownings.
No lifeguards or safety measures at public pools.
Slippery pool decks causing slip and fall injuries.
Unsafe structures and falling objects can cause serious head injuries, broken bones or even fatalities. Premises liability cases often involve:
Ceiling collapses due to poor maintenance.
Store displays falling on customers due to improper stacking.
Broken staircases or balconies leading to falls.
Malfunctioning elevators or escalators can result in severe injuries including:
Sudden stops or drops leading to falls.
Entrapment in doors or between floors.
Electrocution or mechanical failures due to poor maintenance.
Some premises liability cases involve toxic substances that cause long term health damage. These cases may involve:
Mold exposure in apartments or rental properties.
Asbestos exposure leading to lung disease.
Carbon monoxide poisoning from faulty heating systems.
In Texas, the property owner is usually responsible for maintaining safe conditions. But liability can also extend to:
Business operators (if an unsafe condition existed at a store, hotel or restaurant).
Landlords and property managers who fail to maintain safe rental properties.
Government entities (if the accident occurred on public property).
To win a premises liability case you must prove:
The property owner had a duty to keep the premises safe.
They knew (or should have known) about the dangerous condition.
They didn’t fix or warn about the problem.
You got hurt because of it.
Example: If you slipped on a wet floor in a store and no sign was posted, the store may be liable for not warning customers.
Texas law divides visitors into three categories:
Invitees – Customers, tenants, or anyone with permission to be on the property. Property owners owe the greatest duty of care to invitees.
Licensees – Guests or social visitors. Owners must tell them of known dangers.
Trespassers – Property owners have limited liability but can’t intentionally harm.
One exception is the “Attractive Nuisance Doctrine”, where property owners are liable for child injuries caused by hazardous property features (like pools) even if the child was trespassing.
If you were hurt because of property hazards, you may be able to get compensation for:
Medical bills – Emergency care, surgery, physical therapy.
Lost wages – If you can’t work due to your injuries.
Pain and suffering – For emotional and physical distress.
Wrongful death – If a loved one died due to property negligence.
Our attorneys fight for full and fair compensation to help you recover from your injuries.
If you got hurt on someone else’s property, do the right things to protect your claim:
Notify the property owner or manager as soon as possible.
Take pictures and videos of the hazard.
Get witness information from anyone who saw the accident.
See a doctor, even if injuries seem minor.
Contact a premises liability attorney before talking to insurance companies.
At Jim Adler & Associates, we’ve spent decades holding property owners accountable for their negligence. Our firm offers:
✅ Aggressive representation – We don’t back down from big businesses or insurance companies.
✅ No upfront costs – We work on a contingency basis—you don’t pay unless we win.
✅ Proven success – We’ve secured millions for injured Texans.
Consultations are FREE. If we don’t win, you won’t pay.*
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