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Premises Liability Attorney in Mesquite: Representing Clients Injured on Others’ Property

In Texas, property owners must keep their premises safe and free of hazards for anyone lawfully present. If you get injured while visiting someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation. Here’s how premises liability cases work in Texas and the steps to hold negligent property owners accountable.

What Is a Premises Liability Case?

A premises liability case arises when someone legally present on another’s property gets injured due to a hazard the owner failed to address. For example, if a customer slips and falls in a restaurant restroom because of a wet floor, they may have a claim against the owner.

Premises liability encompasses various personal injury claims, including slip and falls, dog bites, swimming pool accidents, and injuries from falling objects or malfunctioning elevators.

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How Do You Prove a Property Owner Was Negligent?

In a premises liability case, the victim must prove the property owner’s negligence. This involves demonstrating three key points:

The property owner breached their duty of care by failing to maintain a safe environment.
This breach directly caused the victim’s accident and injuries.
The accident resulted in significant damages that warrant compensation.

Watch: Slipped and Fell in a Texas Store? The First 24 Hours — Gregg Oberg on the eight steps that protect a claim, and how notice and causation are actually proven when the store has already cleaned up the hazard (8 min, with full transcript).

A skilled premises liability lawyer can help gather the necessary evidence to support your case.

Can Premises Liability Cases Apply to Trespassers?

Premises liability typically applies only to individuals lawfully present on a property. Guests at a private home, customers at a store, or visitors at a public park fall into this category.

Trespassers—those who enter a property without permission—usually cannot sue for injuries sustained while trespassing. For instance, a burglar injured by a homeowner’s dog generally has no claim. However, if a trespasser can prove the property owner acted with gross negligence or intent to harm, they might have a case. Every situation is unique, so consult a premises liability lawyer for guidance.

Why Work With a Premises Liability Lawyer?

Premises liability cases are common, making it essential for plaintiffs to build strong cases supported by evidence of the accident, its causes, and the damages incurred. This can be overwhelming, especially while recovering from injuries.

Hiring a premises liability lawyer allows you to focus on healing while they handle your case. Your attorney will protect your rights and fight for maximum compensation. If you’ve been injured on someone else’s property, the Oberg Law Office in Mesquite, Texas, can help. Call us at 972-682-9700 for a free initial consultation to discuss your case.

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