Fort Worth Slip and Fall Lawyer
Slip and Fall Lawyer Fort Worth, TX
If you slipped and fell on someone else’s property in Fort Worth, then you may be dealing with serious injuries and worried about your medical bills and other losses. The property owner’s insurance company may already be working to minimize what you receive, or deny your claim entirely, but we protect your best interests and recovery. Our Fort Worth, TX slip and fall lawyer has been handling premises liability cases for over 12 years. At Brandy Austin Law Firm, we represent injured Texans on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no fees unless we win your case. If you’ve been hurt in a slip and fall accident, reach out to us for a free consultation.
Why Choose Brandy Austin Law Firm for Slip and Fall Cases in Fort Worth, TX?
Deep Experience in Texas Premises Liability Law
Brandy M. Austin is the founder and managing attorney of Brandy Austin Law Firm. She has been licensed to practice in Texas since 2008 and has handled slip and fall cases in Fort Worth and throughout Tarrant County for more than a decade. She is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern, Eastern, and Southern Districts of Texas. She understands how local insurance carriers approach slip and fall claims, what defense attorneys argue in Tarrant County courts, and what it takes to build a case that results in high compensation for clients.
Attorney Austin is a member of the Tarrant County Trial Lawyers association and currently serves as President-Elect. She is also a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation and an Associate Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America. She has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2015 through 2018, named a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine from 2015 through 2018, and received the Top 10 Attorney Under 40 designation from the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys.
A Record of Results for Injured Clients
Our firm has helped clients recover millions of dollars across personal injury cases. Attorney Austin secured a $1,000,000+ judgment in a premises-related injury case and successfully reversed existing law in Terry Revell v. Morrison Supply Co., LLC, a case that directly affects how liability is analyzed in Texas injury cases. Results vary by case, but we pursue full compensation for every client we represent.
No Fees Unless We Win
We handle slip and fall cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that you pay nothing upfront. There is no retainer and no hourly rate. If we don’t recover compensation for you, you don’t owe us attorney’s fees. That’s how we work, and we believe this is how it should be. Those who are injured should not have to worry about another added expense when they are already dealing with financial hardships.
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“The entire team at Brandy Austin Law Firm was fantastic. Our family faced an unexpected loss. They were there to advise us and to help us close a difficult chapter of our life.” — Andrea Thompson
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Types of Slip and Fall Cases We Handle in Fort Worth
Slip and fall cases fall under Texas premises liability law, which requires proving that a property owner knew or should have known about a dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn visitors. We handle a wide range of these claims throughout Fort Worth and Tarrant County.
- Slip and fall accidents. Wet floors, unmarked spills, freshly mopped surfaces without warning signs, and slick entryways cause serious injuries every day. We investigate the property conditions, gather surveillance footage, and document what the owner knew. Premises owners have a duty to maintain safe conditions for lawful visitors, and when they don’t, they can be held accountable. We can guide you through steps to take after sustaining injury.
- Trip and fall accidents. Broken sidewalks, uneven pavement, raised flooring, and loose carpeting are some of the most common hazards we see. These cases often come down to whether the owner knew the condition existed. We work to prove there was negligence on behalf of the property owner.
- Negligent security injuries. If you were assaulted or injured on a property where inadequate security contributed to the harm, that may give rise to a premises liability claim. Apartment complexes, parking garages, and retail locations carry obligations to protect lawful visitors.
- Grocery stores, retail, and hospital falls. Stores and hospitals are among the most common locations for slip and fall injuries. Spilled liquids, freshly stocked shelves, and high-traffic floors all create hazards. These defendants often have legal teams ready to dispute your claim quickly, but we come to your defense and advocate for you.
- Construction site and workplace falls. Falls on job sites involve overlapping liability questions, including third-party premises liability in addition to workers’ compensation. We evaluate both avenues to make sure all parties who are responsible are held accountable.
- Nursing home and assisted living falls. Elderly residents who fall due to understaffing, inadequate monitoring, or neglected maintenance may have both personal injury and nursing home abuse claims available to them.
Texas Legal Requirements for Slip and Fall Cases
Texas law governs slip and fall claims under premises liability doctrine. Several rules directly affect whether you can recover and how much.
Statute of Limitations. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003, injured plaintiffs have two years from the date of their injury to file a lawsuit. If you miss that deadline, the court will almost certainly dismiss your case regardless of how strong it is. Two years sounds like plenty of time to take action, but it goes by faster than most people expect, especially once you factor in investigation, demand letters, and negotiation.
Proportionate Responsibility. Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001. If you are found more than 50% responsible for your own injury, you cannot recover anything. If you’re found partially at fault but below that threshold, your damages are reduced proportionately. Insurance adjusters frequently use this rule to argue contributory fault and reduce payouts. Having an attorney document the scene and circumstances early is one of the most effective ways to counter this.
Duty of Care and Visitor Status. Texas law distinguishes between invitees (customers, guests on business premises), licensees (social guests), and trespassers. Property owners owe the highest duty to invitees. Most slip and fall victims in commercial settings qualify as invitees, which means the owner had an obligation to inspect the property and address or warn about known hazards. Understanding how your visitor status affects your claim is something we address in your initial consultation.
What Damages Are Recoverable in a Fort Worth Slip and Fall Case?
Texas law allows injured plaintiffs to seek compensation across several categories of damages. What you can recover depends on the severity of your injuries, the circumstances of the incident, and the strength of the evidence.
Economic damages are the most straightforward. They include past and future medical expenses, costs for surgeries, physical therapy, and rehabilitation, lost wages from missed work, and diminished earning capacity if your injuries affect your ability to work long-term. A serious spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury can generate hundreds of thousands of dollars in ongoing medical costs alone.
Non-economic damages compensate for harms that don’t come with a receipt. Pain and suffering is the most significant category, including physical pain, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and the lasting psychological effects of a serious injury. Texas does not cap non-economic damages in most personal injury cases (unlike medical malpractice), which means these amounts can be substantial depending on the facts.
Punitive damages, also called exemplary damages under Texas law, are available when the defendant’s conduct rises to the level of gross negligence or fraud. They’re not awarded in most slip and fall cases, but when a property owner had clear knowledge of a dangerous condition and deliberately failed to address it, exemplary damages become a real consideration. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 41.003, the plaintiff must prove the conduct by clear and convincing evidence. These awards are capped under Texas law, though the caps are substantial in cases involving intentional conduct.
One thing people don’t always realize is that some soft tissue injuries from falls don’t produce visible symptoms immediately. Back and neck injuries, in particular, can worsen significantly over the days and weeks following a fall. Documenting your symptoms consistently and seeing a doctor right away matters, both for your health and for your claim.
Contact Brandy Austin Law Firm
If you were hurt in a slip and fall in Fort Worth, TX, please don’t wait. At Brandy Austin Law Firm, we offer free consultations for slip and fall cases, and there are no attorney’s fees unless we recover for you. We respond promptly and can guide you through what your case may be worth and what the process looks like. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.