Have you been hurt because of an unsafe condition on someone else’s property in Austin, TX? If so, contact Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers at (512) 503-4878 for a free consultation. Let our experienced Austin premises liability lawyers help you pursue maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Our team has 32 years of combined experience helping accident and injury victims get the justice they deserve. We have helped recover millions of dollars in compensation for these victims, and we are ready to help you, too. Let us handle every detail of your claim while you focus on a healthy recovery.
How Can Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers Help With a Premises Liability Claim in Austin?
Premises liability claims in Austin, Texas, can sometimes be difficult because many victims are not taken seriously. Even though the property owner may be legally responsible for your injuries, getting them to compensate you appropriately without the help of an experienced personal injury lawyer can be tough.
At Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers, we will fight diligently to get you all the compensation you are owed and help you hold the responsible party accountable.
Our Austin premises liability lawyers can help you by:
- Investigating the circumstances surrounding your accident
- Interviewing witnesses who may have seen the accident or the events leading up to it
- Researching the property to uncover any past incidents
- Gathering evidence to prove the property owner’s knowledge of the unsafe condition
- Completing all necessary paperwork for the claims process
- Negotiating a settlement that fully compensates you for all your injuries
- Filing a premises liability lawsuit and taking your case to a jury when necessary
Your time to file a claim after your accident is limited. Contact Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers today to schedule a free consultation with an Austin premises liability attorney and let us get to work.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Premises Liability Claim in Texas?
Property owners have a duty to maintain their property in a reasonably safe condition. When their failure to do so results in an injury, they can face civil liability for all the injuries and damages that result. The specific duty owed by a property owner in Texas varies depending on the visitor’s status.
Those duties are:
- Invitee (business customer): Property owner must keep the property safe, regularly inspect for unsafe conditions, and warn of any conditions that they know or should have known about.
- Licensee (social guest): Property owner has a duty to warn the guest of any known dangers that might not be obvious to the guest.
- Trespasser: Owner owes them the lowest duty of care. The property owner must not intentionally or recklessly harm trespassers, but no duty exists to inspect for dangers.
Once a property owner’s duty has been established, you will need to prove a breach of that duty, causation, and damages. Causation basically means that your injuries were the direct result of the property owner’s action or inaction. Damages are the losses that you suffer, whether they are financial or otherwise.
Our experienced Austin premises liability lawyers will investigate and ensure that all wrongdoers are held responsible for your injuries.
What Kinds of Damages Are Available in Premises Liability Cases in Austin, TX?
Victims who are injured in premises liability cases are entitled to recover both economic damages and non-economic damages.
Economic damages are used by the court to compensate you for your financial losses, and include items that have a specific monetary value, such as:
- Current and future medical bills
- Lost wages
- Diminished earning capacity
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Home health care
Conversely, non-economic damages can be much more challenging to evaluate, and these damages compensate victims for their intangible losses, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Permanent disability
- Disfigurement
- PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Loss of consortium
At Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers, we can help put an accurate value on all your damages. Call us today to schedule a free consultation and let us get started.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit for Premises Liability in Texas?
The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in Texas is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit for your damages. Missing the deadline can cause you to lose all your rights to recover compensation for your injuries.
However, there are some special cases that can significantly affect the deadline for filing your claim. This is why you should always seek guidance from an experienced personal injury lawyer to help you with your claim. The team at Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers can help you determine the deadline for your case to ensure that you do not miss your chance to recover compensation.
Contact Our Austin Premises Liability Lawyers for a Free Consultation
If you have been hurt because of an unsafe condition on someone else’s property in Austin, TX, contact Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers for help today. Let us help determine the duty owed to you by the property owner and gather evidence to prove their negligence.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with an Austin premises liability attorney who is ready to help.
Austin Local Emergency Rooms
- Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas – Emergency – 1500 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701
- Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin – Emergency – 1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX 78705
- St. David’s Medical Center Emergency Room – 919 E 32nd St Emergency Entrance, Austin, TX 78705
* Disclaimer: The hospitals listed above are provided for informational purposes only. We do not endorse, recommend, or have any affiliation with the medical facilities listed.
Premises Liability Resources
City of Austin Code & Property Safety Resources
- Austin Code Enforcement – 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701
- Austin Code Department – 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752
- Austin Code Enforcement (Rutherford Ln) – 1520 Rutherford Ln #1, Austin, TX 78754
Report unsafe property conditions or code violations online, via the Austin 3-1-1 app, or by calling 3-1-1 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin). You can also search code complaints and track cases using the City’s Citizen Connect tool.
Visit Our Personal Injury Law Office Located at Austin, TX
Heaton McLean Personal Injury Lawyers
3933 Steck Avenue, Suite B-115, Austin, TX 78759
(512) 503-4878
Hours: M-F 8:30 AM–5:30 PM