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Why Choose Us?

Hernandez Sunosky, LLP helps people across Houston and the Greater Houston Area pursue justice after preventable accidents caused by unsafe property conditions. We take quick action to preserve evidence, identify responsible parties, and build strong claims for injured clients.

  • Free consultations
  • No attorneys’ fees unless we recover
  • Strategic investigations and fast evidence preservation
  • In-depth knowledge of Texas premises liability law
  • Personalized representation and clear communication
  • Proven results for seriously injured victims
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What Is Premises Liability in Texas?

Premises liability is a legal concept that holds property owners and operators responsible when hazardous conditions on their property cause injuries. These cases often arise from conditions such as wet floors, broken stairs, parking lot wheel stops, sinkholes, poor lighting, or other dangerous property defects.

A premises liability accident can happen almost anywhere, including public businesses, streets, parking lots, construction areas, and private homes. When those responsible for a property fail to correct hazards or warn visitors, they may be liable for resulting injuries and damages.

Common Types of Premises Liability Cases

If I Get Hurt on Someone Else’s Property, Do I Automatically Win My Case?

No. Being injured on another person’s property does not automatically mean the property owner is liable. Texas requires victims to prove specific legal elements.

  1. Knowledge of the hazard: The property owner or responsible party knew or should have known about the dangerous condition.
  2. Failure to act: They failed to make the condition safe or failed to warn you.
  3. Causation: The dangerous condition directly caused your injury.

Texas also uses comparative negligence, meaning your compensation may be reduced if you share any responsibility for the accident.

What Duty of Care Do Property Owners Owe in Texas?

Texas classifies injured visitors into three groups, and each category determines what duty of care the property owner owes.

Invitee

An invitee has express or implied permission to be on the property, such as store customers, employees, or guests in a home. Property owners must exercise reasonable care to protect invitees from dangers they knew or should have discovered.

Licensee

A licensee has permission to enter the property but does so for their own purposes, such as social guests, neighbors, or door-to-door visitors. Property owners must warn licensees of dangerous conditions if the owner had actual knowledge of the hazard and the licensee did not.

Trespasser

A trespasser has no permission to be on the property. Property owners may not intentionally harm a trespasser and must avoid grossly negligent conduct, but owe no general duty to make the property safe.

Common Causes of Premises Liability Accidents in Houston

Premises liability accidents are often preventable and occur when owners fail to inspect, repair, or warn of dangerous conditions.

  • Building code violations
  • Defective design or construction
  • Improper maintenance
  • Lack of safety features
  • Poor lighting
  • Inadequate security
  • Poor training of staff
  • Failure to post warning signs

How Can a Premises Liability Lawyer Help Me?

Hiring a premises liability lawyer gives you the best opportunity to gather critical evidence before it disappears and to pursue full compensation for your injuries. Because surveillance recordings and property conditions can change quickly, early legal help is essential.

Contact Our Houston Premises Liability Attorneys for a Free Consultation

Hernandez Sunosky, LLP fights to hold negligent property owners accountable for dangerous conditions that injure innocent people. If you’ve been hurt on someone else’s property in the Greater Houston Area, contact our premises liability attorneys today for a free consultation.

FAQs

What should I do immediately after a premises liability accident?

Document the hazard, take photos, seek medical care, report the incident, and contact a premises liability lawyer as soon as possible.

Can I file a claim if the property owner fixed the hazard after my accident?

Yes. Prompt repairs do not eliminate liability, but they do make early evidence preservation critical.

What damages can I recover in a premises liability case?

You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses related to your injuries.

How long do I have to file a premises liability lawsuit in Texas?

Most claims must be filed within two years, although certain exceptions may apply. Acting quickly protects your rights.

Based in Kingwood, Hernandez Sunosky LLP serves clients in Houston, Atascocita, Humble, New Caney, Porter, Pearland, and across Texas. Our experienced personal injury attorneys are here to support you in your time of need, providing the guidance you require to seek justice and compensation.