Know Your Rights About Slip and Fall Accidents in Texas

Slipping and falling is always painful and frightening—but it’s especially frustrating when it happens in a public place due to someone else’s negligence. If your injuries are serious enough to require medical treatment, the financial and emotional toll can quickly become overwhelming. From unexpected medical bills to missed time at work, a slip and fall injury can disrupt your entire life.

In these situations, understanding your rights under Texas law is critical. At Kelso Law, our Dallas-based personal injury attorney Rhiannon Kelso is here to help you make sense of what happened, determine who is at fault, and take legal action if needed. With extensive experience representing injury victims across Texas, Attorney Kelso provides compassionate yet aggressive representation to help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

When a Property Owner Is at Fault

In Texas, store owners, property managers, and other businesses have a legal duty to maintain safe premises for visitors. When they fail to do so—and someone gets hurt—they can be held liable under what’s called premises liability law.

Common hazards that may lead to a valid slip and fall claim include:

• Wet or freshly mopped floors without warning signs
• Spills that were not cleaned up in a timely manner
• Uneven flooring or loose tiles
• Poor lighting in walkways or stairwells
• Obstacles or debris in customer areas

To bring a successful claim, you must prove that the property owner or store knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to correct it or provide a warning. This concept, known as “notice”, is a key element of slip and fall cases, and our slip and fall attorney can help you gather evidence to prove that the property owner had notice of the dangerous condition.

What to Do Immediately After a Slip and Fall

If you’ve been injured in a store or on someone else’s property, your actions in the moments and days after the accident can make a big difference in the outcome of your claim. Here’s what to do immediately after an accident:

1. Report the incident to a store manager or employee immediately. Ask that they document the accident formally.
2. Take photos of the scene, especially the hazardous condition that caused your fall, as well as your visible injuries.
3. Obtain witness contact information, if anyone saw what happened.
4. Seek medical attention as soon as possible. This not only protects your health but also creates a record linking the full extent your injuries to the accident
5. Avoid delays in treatment, as insurance companies often use gaps in care to question the seriousness of your injuries.

Even if you’re unsure whether your fall justifies legal action, it’s important to protect your rights and preserve evidence.

Texas Law and the Challenge of Proving Negligence

Under Texas law, victims must prove that the property owner had actual or constructive notice of the dangerous condition. This means either they knew about it, or they should have known about it through reasonable inspection.

Evidence that can support your claim includes:

• Security camera footage
• Incident reports
• Maintenance or cleaning logs
• Eyewitness statements
• Photos of the hazard at the time of the fall

Because proving notice is often challenging, working with our experienced personal injury lawyer is essential. Our attorney knows how to collect evidence and build a case that clearly displays the property owner’s liability for your accident and injuries.

How Kelso Law Can Help You

Since founding Kelso Law in 2017, Attorney Rhiannon Kelso has tried over 25 personal injury cases before Texas juries and recovered millions of dollars for her clients. Her practice is rooted in helping everyday Texans navigate the legal system with confidence—whether they’re recovering from a slip and fall, dealing with a car accident, or facing challenges related to immigration.

Attorney Kelso takes a practical, honest, and results-driven approach to every case. She listens carefully, explains your legal options clearly, and fights hard to secure justice for her clients.

Injured in a Slip and Fall? We’re Ready to Help.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a fall due to unsafe conditions at a store or other property, don’t wait to take action. The sooner you speak with a qualified attorney, the better your chances of building a strong case and recovering the compensation you need.

Contact Kelso Law today to schedule a consultation. Let us help you understand your rights and start the path toward recovery.