Premises liability in Texas and Oklahoma
Property owners must keep their premises reasonably safe. When they do not and someone is hurt, a premises liability claim can follow. We evaluate duty, notice, and the loss. Free case evaluation.
What a premises case requires
What do I have to prove in a premises liability case?
You generally must show the property owner or occupier owed you a duty of care, that a dangerous condition existed, that the owner knew or should have known about it (notice), that the owner failed to fix or warn of it, and that this caused your injury. The duty owed depends on why you were on the property (invitee, licensee, or trespasser), which Texas and Oklahoma define. Proving notice — that the hazard existed long enough that the owner should have addressed it — is often the key issue.
Common premises claims
- Slip and fall on unsafe floors or walkways
- Negligent security leading to assault or harm
- Falling merchandise, unsafe stairs, or inadequate lighting
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No outcome is promised or guaranteed. Descriptions of process are general and are not a prediction about any specific matter.
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Frequently asked questions
- Do I pay a fee if there is no recovery?
- In appropriate cases these matters are handled on a contingent fee: the attorney fee is a percentage of any recovery, and no attorney fee is charged if there is no recovery. Case expenses are separate and are addressed in a written fee agreement.
- Is a business automatically liable if I fall?
- No. You generally must show the owner knew or should have known about the hazard and failed to address it. That notice question is often the heart of the case.