Premises Liability Archives

Why Do You Need a Lawyer After a Slip and Fall at Walmart?

Posted on September 20, 2023September 9, 2023

Slip and fall accidents can occur both indoors and outdoors, but they are widespread at locations where food or liquid tends to spill onto the floor — such as the grocery section of a Walmart or Walmart Supercenter. When a person slips and falls, they may hit the ground with a significant amount of force, […]

San Antonio Has A Lead Pollution Problem

Posted on September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

Many Americans were shocked last year when they learned about the high levels of lead in the municipal water of Flint, Michigan. In that city, about 5 percent of children were found to have elevated levels of lead in their bodies. It may be even more shocking for Texans to learn that San Antonio has […]

Swimming pool accident deaths in Texas

Posted on August 15, 2023August 15, 2023

It’s another hot summer in Texas, which means swimmers are cannon-balling into pools all over the Lone Star State. It’s also the season for fatal swimming pool accidents. As with most accidents, prevention is the best cure: adults and children should learn about swim safety, and pool owners should maintain safe premises. Too often, however, people […]

Do Texas Landlords Have to Install Smoke Detectors?

Posted on August 1, 2023August 7, 2023

Texas law does require landlords to install smoke detectors in rental properties. You can find the specific requirements in the Texas Property Code, Chapter 92, which establishes guidelines for residential tenancies. When landlords fail to comply with the law, tenants can suffer serious physical, mental, and financial harm – and even death. If the lack […]

Long-Term Effects of Severe Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Posted on June 13, 2023June 13, 2023

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a completely preventable occurrence with modern technology. If someone else was liable for your poisoning event, you should discuss the matter with a San Antonio carbon monoxide poisoning attorney as soon as possible. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 430 people die each year due […]

How Often Are Construction Workers Electrocuted?

Posted on April 4, 2023April 20, 2023

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reported that construction workers are one of the top professions to experience accidental death by electrocution. Their data comes from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, where they investigated the number of electrical fatalities among contract workers. Around 68 percent (about seven in ten) […]

What to Do When a Driver Ignores Motorcycle Laws and Injures You?

Posted on April 30, 2022July 11, 2022

A motorcycle accident can change your life. A motorcycle accident victim may sustain serious injuries or even die. Thousands of motorcyclists involved in accidents sustain injuries ranging from broken bones to traumatic spinal cord injuries. Insurance companies or the responsible parties commonly blame the victim, so you need an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer on your […]

When can a property owner be held liable for your fall on ice or snow?

Posted on March 1, 2021July 11, 2022

This winter has definitely been far more brutal than San Antonians are used to. If you’re not used to dealing with snow and ice, outdoor steps, walkways and driveways can become treacherous places to walk. A fall – particularly on a cement walk covered in ice – can cause serious injuries. You may face substantial […]

Is it possible to sue a landlord for a dog bite injury?

Posted on February 17, 2021July 11, 2022

Nobody wants to get involved in a lawsuit, but a dog bite can leave you with serious physical injuries and major financial difficulties due to lost wages and medical bills. If the owner of the dog that bit you happens to be a homeowner, you may be able to press a claim through their homeowner’s […]

Apartment hunting? Don’t overlook these “red flags” on your search

Posted on January 27, 2021July 11, 2022

There’s more to a home than four walls and a roof, so don’t expect your search for the perfect apartment or townhouse to be simple. You should, however, be on the watch for more than just a great view, top amenities and easy access to local shopping or roads. Often, the signs are right there […]