Garland slip and fall lawyers handle premises liability cases where a hazard on someone else’s property, such as a wet floor, broken stair, or poor lighting, caused an injury. Jim Ross Law Group proves the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard, and pursues compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If a hazard on someone else’s property caused you to slip, trip, and fall, our Garland slip and fall lawyers at Jim Ross Law Group are ready to hear from you. We specialize in premises liability cases, where victims are injured because a property owner failed to identify and address a dangerous condition.
What is premises liability?
Premises liability cases involve victims injured on someone else’s property. The property owner has a legal obligation to identify and address hazards so that no one is injured by them, and when they fail to do this, they can be held accountable. Our slip and fall lawyers in Garland TX advocate for you after an accident to make sure the negligent party is identified and that the full financial and non-financial impact on your life is brought to light.
Common hazards behind Garland slip and fall accidents
Slip and fall cases can arise from a wide range of hazards, including:
- Recently mopped or wet floors without warning signs
- Uneven or cracked pavement and flooring
- Poor lighting in stairwells, parking lots, or hallways
- Cluttered walkways or aisles
- Broken or missing handrails on stairs
- Spills that were not cleaned up in a reasonable amount of time
A key part of these cases is proving the property owner had actual or constructive knowledge of the hazard, meaning they either knew about it or should have discovered it through reasonable inspection, and failed to fix it or warn visitors.
Protecting your claim after a fall
While slips, trips, and falls might not seem like they inflict especially serious injuries, they can result in broken bones, sprained ankles and wrists, traumatic brain injury, muscle strains or tears, cuts, and bruises. Never discount the severity of your injuries; an injury that seems minor at first can become complicated over time. Report the fall to the property owner or manager and ask for an incident report, photograph the hazard before it’s cleaned up or repaired, and seek medical treatment promptly so there’s a clear record connecting your injury to the fall.
Consult with Jim Ross Law Group
Thank you for considering Jim Ross Law Group as your Garland slip and fall lawyers. Call 817-275-4100 and tell us about your recent accident.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to prove in a Garland slip and fall case?
You generally need to show that a hazardous condition existed on the property, that the owner knew or should have known about it through reasonable inspection, and that they failed to fix it or warn visitors, and that this hazard caused your injury. Documentation and prompt reporting help support each of these elements.
What should I do immediately after slipping and falling on someone else’s property?
Report the fall to the property owner or manager and request a written incident report, take photos of the hazard before it can be cleaned up or repaired, and seek medical attention even if your injuries seem minor. These steps help create a record connecting the hazard to your injury.
Can I still file a claim if the hazard has already been fixed?
Yes, but it becomes more important to gather other evidence, such as witness statements, photos taken at the time, or maintenance records, since the hazard itself is no longer available for inspection. Contacting an attorney quickly improves the chances of preserving this evidence.
What kinds of injuries commonly result from slip and fall accidents?
Common injuries include broken bones, sprained ankles and wrists, traumatic brain injury, muscle strains or tears, cuts, and bruises. Some injuries that seem minor at first can become more serious over time, which is why prompt medical evaluation matters.
How much does it cost to hire a Garland slip and fall lawyer?
Jim Ross Law Group handles slip and fall cases on a contingency fee basis, so there’s no cost upfront and you only pay if we successfully recover compensation for you. We also offer a free consultation to review your case.