San Antonio Premises Liability Lawyer
Property owners have a legal duty to keep the people on their property safe. When they fail to meet that duty, the results can be devastating, from serious falls to violent attacks that could have been prevented. At San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyers®, we hold negligent property owners accountable.
What Is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is the area of law that holds property owners and managers responsible when a dangerous condition on their property causes injury to a lawful visitor. It covers a wide range of cases beyond a simple fall, including inadequate security, dangerous animals, unsafe structures, and pool accidents.
Every premises liability case turns on the same core question: did the property owner know, or should they have known, about the danger, and did they fail to fix it or warn visitors in time? We know how to investigate that question and build the case that answers it.
Common Types of Premises Liability Cases
Slip and Fall Accidents
Wet floors, uneven surfaces, and poor lighting are among the most common premises hazards. See our dedicated slip and fall page for more on how we handle these cases.
Inadequate or Negligent Security
When a property owner fails to provide reasonable security, such as working locks, adequate lighting, or security personnel, and a visitor is assaulted or robbed as a result, the property owner may be held liable.
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
Property owners and animal owners can be held responsible for injuries caused by a dangerous animal they knew, or should have known, posed a risk.
Swimming Pool Accidents
Inadequate fencing, missing safety equipment, and poor supervision can turn a pool into a serious hazard, especially for children.
Elevator and Escalator Accidents
Poorly maintained elevators and escalators can cause serious injuries when property owners or maintenance companies fail to keep them in safe working order.
Fires and Building Code Violations
Faulty wiring, blocked exits, and other code violations can turn a manageable emergency into a catastrophic one.
Common Causes of Premises Liability Cases
Premises liability cases happen on private, commercial, and public property alike. What they have in common is this: in most cases, someone else is responsible. Here is how these injuries typically happen and who can be held accountable.
Poor maintenance: Deferred repairs and neglected upkeep are behind many of the hazards that lead to serious injury.
Inadequate lighting and security measures: Dim parking lots, broken locks, and absent security staff create the conditions for preventable attacks.
Building and safety code violations: Ignoring code requirements for exits, railings, and fire safety puts visitors at serious risk.
Failure to warn of known hazards: Property owners who know about a danger but fail to warn visitors can be held liable when someone is hurt.
Negligent hiring and supervision: In security-related cases, a property owner’s failure to properly vet or supervise staff can be a factor in liability.
How We Handle Your Premises Liability Cases
We establish duty and notice. We investigate maintenance records, prior incidents, and inspection history to show the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard.
We gather the evidence before it disappears. Surveillance footage, incident reports, and physical evidence of the hazard are often altered or removed quickly. We move fast to preserve them.
We bring in the right experts. Security consultants, engineers, and other specialists help us prove exactly how a property owner’s negligence caused your injury.
We calculate what your case is actually worth. We account for your medical bills, lost income, and the full impact the incident has had on your life.
We go to trial when necessary. Attorney Steven Nunez is an experienced trial lawyer and is ready to take your case to court if needed.
Indemnizaciones que podrías reclamar
Premises liability injuries range from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries and beyond. When we take your case, we fight to recover compensation across every category of loss, present and future.
Daños económicos
Emergency and Ongoing Medical Care:
ER visits, surgery, physical therapy, and follow-up care are all part of what we pursue on your behalf.Future Medical Expenses: Some injuries require months or years of continued treatment. We account for those future costs.
Lost Wages: If your injuries have kept you out of work, you may be entitled to recover the income lost during your recovery.
Pérdida de capacidad de generar ingresos: Si tus lesiones limitan de forma permanente el tipo de trabajo que puedes realizar, es posible que tengas derecho a una indemnización por esa reducción de tu capacidad de generar ingresos.
Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Medical equipment and other costs tied directly to the incident should not come out of your pocket.
Daños no económicos
Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain and disruption the incident has caused to your daily life.
Emotional Distress: Anxiety, PTSD, and lasting fear are real and documented consequences of a serious injury or attack.
Loss of Enjoyment of Life: When an injury takes away activities and experiences that were part of your life before the incident, the law recognizes that loss.
Los resultados anteriores no garantizan resultados futuros. El valor de cualquier caso depende de sus hechos y circunstancias específicos.
¿Por qué elegir a San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyers®?
Sabemos cómo demostrar la responsabilidad por las condiciones de las instalaciones
Steven Nunez built this firm around cases that require real investigation. We know how to prove a property owner’s negligence, from a wet floor to a failed security system.
Las compañías de seguros no pueden desestimar nuestros casos
We prepare every premises liability case thoroughly so a less-than-fair settlement is never the only option on the table.
Nos hemos presentado ante jurados
El abogado Steven Núñez es un letrado especializado en juicios con experiencia en los tribunales y ha conseguido un laudo arbitral de 1,5 millones de dólares para un cliente.
Nuestros resultados gozan de reconocimiento
Steven Núñez es miembro tanto del Million Dollar Advocates Forum como del Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, títulos que ha obtenido gracias a los resultados reales conseguidos para clientes reales.
No pagas nada a menos que ganemos
We handle premises liability cases on a contingency fee basis. You owe nothing upfront and pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
Answers to Common Premises Liability Questions
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Premises liability is the legal responsibility a property owner has to keep their property reasonably safe for visitors, and to warn of hazards they cannot immediately fix.
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Depending on the circumstances, a property owner, property manager, tenant, or maintenance contractor may be held liable for a dangerous condition.
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Texas does not have a strict statute automatically holding an owner liable for a first bite, but an owner can be held liable under negligence principles, and additional rules apply if the owner knew the animal had dangerous tendencies. We evaluate the specific facts of your case.
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Texas law generally gives injury victims two years from the date of the incident to file a claim. Claims involving government-owned property may have shorter notice deadlines.
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Texas aplica una norma de negligencia comparativa modificada, lo que significa que puedes obtener una indemnización siempre y cuando no se te considere responsable en más de un 50 %.
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Case value depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, lost income, and the strength of the evidence showing the property owner’s negligence. We calculate the full value of your case, including future costs.
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Most premises liability cases settle before trial, but we prepare every case as if it is going in front of a jury, and we are ready to take your case to court if needed.
Premises Liability Attorney San Antonio
Prestamos servicio en San Antonio y las localidades de los alrededores
We represent clients throughout Bexar County and the surrounding communities of New Braunfels, Boerne, Seguin, Converse, Hondo, Pleasanton, La Vernia, Schertz, Leon Valley, and Helotes. Wherever you are, if someone else’s negligence caused your injury, we want to hear from you.
Get Help After a Premises Liability Injury
An injury caused by a property owner’s negligence can leave you facing medical bills and an insurance company looking for reasons to deny your claim. San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyers® handles premises liability cases on a contingency fee basis, which means no upfront costs and no fees unless we win. The consultation is free. Call us today.