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Slip and Fall Lawyer

Protecting Your Rights 

After a Slip and Fall

 If you slipped, tripped, or fell on someone else’s property in McAllen, Edinburg, Brownsville, or anywhere in the Rio Grande Valley, you may have a legal claim. At Crash Law Firm, we hold negligent property owners and businesses accountable for unsafe conditions. From slick grocery store floors to broken steps outside an apartment complex, we handle premises liability cases across South Texas with a focus on results and personal service.

Common Locations & Causes of Falls

Slip and fall accidents can happen just about anywhere when property owners cut corners or ignore maintenance issues. Some of the most common hazards we see include:

  • Wet floors in supermarkets and restaurants without warning signs
  • Cracked or uneven sidewalks
  • Poor lighting in stairwells or parking lots
  • Loose carpets or unsecured mats
  • Broken railings or steps
  • Spills not cleaned up in a reasonable amount of time
  • Potholes in commercial parking areas
  • Cluttered aisles in retail stores

Whether your fall occurred at a local chain store, fast-food restaurant, shopping center, hotel, or residential property, we’re ready to investigate.

Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall injuries can be far more serious than people realize—especially for older adults. Some of the most common injuries we handle include:


  • Broken hips and wrists
  • Herniated discs or spinal injuries
  • Knee and shoulder damage
  • Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
  • Facial fractures or scarring from hitting hard surfaces

Many of these injuries require surgery, extended physical therapy, and time off work. Our firm understands both the medical and legal sides of fall cases—we’ll make sure your injury is fully understood, documented, and factored into any compensation claim.

Proving Negligence in Premises Liability

In Texas, property owners and businesses are legally responsible for fixing or warning about dangerous conditions they know about—or reasonably should know about. If a store employee ignores a spill for 30 minutes and someone slips, that’s negligence. If a landlord fails to fix a broken stair for weeks, that’s negligence. At Crash Law Firm, we build strong premises liability cases by securing:


  • Photos of the hazard (if available)
  • Incident reports and video surveillance
  • Witness statements
  • Maintenance records showing lack of repairs or cleanup

The sooner you reach out, the better chance we have to preserve this evidence before it disappears.

Texas Premises Liability Law Nuances

The law divides visitors into categories, which affects what duty the property owner owes:


  • Invitees: Shoppers, tenants, and customers—owed the highest duty.
  • Licensees: Social guests—must be warned of known hazards.
  • Trespassers: Owed limited duty, but there are exceptions (especially for children).

Most of our clients are invitees—if you were injured in a store, public place, or rental property, the property owner likely had a duty to inspect and fix known hazards. We’ll help you understand your legal status and rights clearly.

Fighting Insurance Tactics

Property owners and their insurance companies rarely admit fault right away. They’ll say the spill was “obvious,” or claim you “should’ve been watching where you were going.” We push back on these tactics by gathering the facts. Even if you weren’t looking down, that doesn’t excuse a property owner’s failure to clean up a hazard or warn you. And even if you were partially at fault, Texas law may still allow you to recover—unless you’re found more than 50% responsible.

Maximizing Your Compensation

A slip and fall can impact your life for months—or even permanently. Our goal is to recover full compensation for:

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Medical expenses (past and future)

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Lost wages while you’re out of work

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Pain and suffering

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Ongoing care or rehab if injuries don’t fully heal

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Disability or disfigurement if applicable

We won’t rush into low offers or pressure you to settle. Your recovery matters—and we’ll fight to make sure it’s valued.

Frequently Asked Questions – Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

  • What do I need to prove in a slip and fall case?

    You need to show that the property owner knew—or should’ve known—about the dangerous condition and didn’t fix it or warn you. We’ll help gather the evidence to prove that negligence.


  • How long do I have to file a slip and fall claim in Texas?

    You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. However, acting quickly helps preserve evidence like video footage and maintenance logs.


  • Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault?

    Yes. Texas follows a comparative negligence rule. As long as you’re found less than 51% at fault, you can still recover—though your compensation may be reduced.

  • What if the store cleaned up the spill after I left?

    That’s common. Stores often clean hazards immediately after an incident. We work fast to collect surveillance footage, get witness statements, and request logs before the evidence disappears.

  • What damages can I claim after a slip and fall?

    You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, physical limitations, and future care if your injuries require ongoing treatment.

Speak with a Premises Liability Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip, trip, or fall due to someone else’s negligence, Crash Law Firm is here to help. Evidence fades quickly—store surveillance is often deleted within days. Let us get to work while you focus on healing. Call now for a free consultation. We’re available 24/7 and serve the entire Rio Grande Valley.