Hello, and thank your for your question.  Please note that I am a licensed, Texas attorney.  I urge you to seek the advice of a local practitioner in all cases.  The answer to your question depends on the exact circumstances of the situation.  I know urban lore is rife with stories of would-be burglars who [...]

I tripped and fell down the stairs inside my two-story apartment that I lease. The handrail was removed by the previous tenant. Is my landlord responsible for my injuries? Thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear about your accident. Under Texas law, landlords are generally not responsible for your injuries.  However, there are some exceptions [...]

Our family was recently severely injured when our home caught on fire, what are our legal rights in Texas? Our firm represents victims of home fires on a regular basis.  There are a multitude of steps that must be taken as soon as possible to preserve your legal rights, and potentially obtain compensation for the [...]

I was violently assaulted at a night club; can I bring a claim against the person who assaulted me, or the night club? People who commit intentional actions such as assaults are liable for damages due to such bad actions under Texas law.  An assault can constitute not only a physical beating, but even a [...]

Question:  I slipped & fell at a grocery store.  What can I do now? Do I have a claim? If you slipped and fell on a slippery floor or debris at the grocery store or other establishment, the property owner may be liable for your injuries, such as neck injury, back injury, or other type [...]