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Dallas Premises Liability Attorneys

Filing Nationwide Lawsuits for Slip & Fall Accidents and More

Property owners or occupiers (such as a lessee in an office space) typically have a duty to keep their premises in a safe condition. Lawsuits claiming injuries as a result of some unsafe condition are dependent on determining what duty, if any, the property owner or occupier owed the injured individual. For example, a different legal duty may be owed to someone shopping at a grocery store than to someone playing on a swing set at a city park.

At Lyons & Simmons, LLP, we understand that an immediate assessment of the legal relationship of the parties may determine how—if at all—a lawsuit may proceed. Our Dallas premises liability attorneys are familiar with how the application of lesser-known statutes and case law can provide a game-changing position for their clients, such as the intricacies of a “Recreational Use” statute or when an independent contractor’s actions can create landowner liability.

Consult our legal team about a potential premises liability claim. Contact us online or call (844) 297-8898 today!

Justice Served:

Record Verdicts Achieved

For their successful pursuit of justice in the face of adversity, Lyons & Simmons attorneys Michael Lyons, Chris Simmons, Chris Carr, and Stephen Higdon have been awarded the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association’s prestigious 2021 John Howie Award. The honor is based on the trial team’s work representing an Alabama mother who lost three children in a tragic West Texas highway accident.
In a case that drew national attention, Lyons & Simmons attorneys Michael Lyons, Chris Simmons, Chris Carr, P. Wes Black, and Michael Wozniak won a record-setting $109.5 million verdict against CPS Energy after proving the company’s failure to maintain its gas system led to a devastating explosion and fire. The result not only delivered justice for the victims — it set a new standard for accountability in the utility industry.
The firm secured a landmark jury verdict for a client whose life was permanently changed after systemic hospital failures caused a nearly five-hour delay in emergency surgery, resulting in catastrophic paralysis. The case brought to light serious breaches of hospital policy and was recognized by Courtroom View Network as one of the nation’s top verdicts of 2022.

Which Accidents are Included in Premises Liability?

Since premises liability is a broad category of personal injury law, it encompasses various different types of accidents, such as slip and falls, dog bites, gym injuries, negligent security, staircase falls, and swimming pool accidents.

Simply getting injured on someone else’s property does not mean you have a premises liability claim on your hands. The following elements must first be met:

The property or landowner knew of a dangerous or harmful property condition.
The condition posed an unreasonable level of danger to others.
The property or landowner failed to properly warn visitors of the dangerous condition.
The property or landowner did not reasonably reduce or eliminate the dangerous condition.
The injuries sustained by the other person were directly caused by the property or landowner’s negligence.

Typically, any person injured on another person’s property can file a premises liability claim if they suspect negligence played a role. However, there is an exception when the person was trespassing at the time. Even then, trespassers may have the right to compensation if the property owner willfully acted to harm them. When it comes to children, there is the attractive nuisance doctrine—in which a landowner may be held liable if a child trespassing is injured on their property, only if the injury is caused by a hazardous condition or object that is likely to attract a child.

Discuss your case with a premises liability lawyer in Dallas, TX. Contact Lyons & Simmons, LLP today!

Premises Liability Cases We Handle

At Lyons & Simmons, LLP, our team handles a wide range of premises liability cases, including the following:

Severe slip-and-fall accidents
Dog bites & attacks
Electrocution / shock injuries
Drowning & near-drowning accidents
Toxic exposure to fumes or dangerous irritants

Third-Party Assaults on Premises

Additionally, our lawyers handle much more severe premises liability cases, including third-party assaults that result from a property owner’s failure to protect their patrons from known hazards.

Property owners that neglect to provide security, or that offer insufficient security, can be held responsible for the victim’s damages if the person sustains harm, personal injury, or physical assault as a result of the poor security.

For example, if a nightclub has a history of robberies, fights, or assaults, then the property owner should provide security guards to protect guests from such dangers. Failure to do so could result in a premises liability lawsuit if a guest is hurt due to the unsafe conditions.

Premises Liability Laws in Texas

In Texas, premises liability holds a landowner, homeowner, or property manager responsible for injuries that occur to others on their property.

Contact Our Aggressive Premises Liability Lawyers

The Dallas-based premises liability attorneys at Lyons & Simmons, LLP understand the best way to prevail in a case is to simplify complicated evidence and make it an unforgettable, but easy-to-understand part of the story. We work with preeminent experts and utilize captivating animations, presentations, and diagrams to bring our client’s case to life in the courtroom.

Navigating Cases of Premises Liability

Premises liability cases are most often associated with “slip and fall” claims, but they encompass a far broader spectrum of negligence-based claims, such as allegations of inadequate security at an apartment complex or insufficient policies and procedures related to hiring employees with criminal histories.

We have experience handling premises liability cases involving allegations of millions of dollars in damages for clients across the country. Contact us to consult with one of our attorneys for a fair and honest evaluation of your available options when faced with a premises liability matter.

El personal fue excepcional y profesional.
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Mi experiencia con el Sr. Mike Lyons, el Sr. Chris Simmons y su equipo fue excepcional. Manejaron mi caso con tal profesionalidad que me sentí muy tranquila. No me sentí como un simple número de caso ni como una clienta más. Fueron muy atentos con la familia, lo que me hizo sentir que la mía era su prioridad. Siempre me mantuvieron al tanto del estado de todos los trámites y, si tenía alguna inquietud, la atendían. Respetaron todas mis decisiones. Espero no tener que volver a contratar sus servicios, pero si lo necesitara, Mike y Chris serían mi primera opción. Creo que nos hemos hecho buenos amigos. Recomendaría a Lyons & Simmons a cualquiera que busque lo mejor en representación legal. Muchas gracias de parte de la familia Waldridge. ¡Que Dios los bendiga!
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- Dianna W.
Lyons & Simmons se convirtió rápidamente en el pilar que mantuvo unida a nuestra familia.
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Un fatal accidente aéreo dejó a mi familia sumida en una profunda angustia. Siendo una joven viuda y madre de un bebé, estaba aterrorizada e insegura sobre cómo seguir adelante en un mundo que lo había trastocado todo. Lyons & Simmons se convirtió rápidamente en el pilar que mantuvo unida a nuestra familia. Todo su equipo me acompañó y me guio hacia las siguientes etapas de mi vida con confianza y ternura."
Cuando la pandemia de COVID-19 azotó una semana después del accidente, Lyons & Simmons continuó trabajando diligentemente en medio de los cierres mundiales. Si bien defienden con esmero a sus clientes, su trabajo es genuino y sincero. No se han insensibilizado ante las trágicas experiencias de sus clientes, y gracias a ellos he encontrado apoyo en todos los sentidos. Mis preguntas reciben respuestas completas y oportunas. Hacen hincapié en la estrategia y realizan un análisis exhaustivo de cada caso.
Lyons & Simmons ha forjado y mantiene sólidas relaciones con personas de todos los ámbitos de su práctica. La profesionalidad demostrada por Mike, Chris, Melinda y los demás es inigualable, y su capacidad para iluminar incluso las situaciones más difíciles es verdaderamente admirable. Admiro al equipo de Lyons & Simmons y seguiré agradeciendo a Dios por el trabajo que han realizado por mí y por mi hijo hasta el último día de mi vida.
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- Kelsy
Obtuve un resultado excelente.
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Son un bufete que cree en obtener lo mejor para la familia. Son gente estupenda.
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- Dianna W.

What We Stand For. What We Deliver.

Client-Focused Attention

Lyons & Simmons is a nationally recognized trial firm combining personalized, hands-on representation with the experience and resources to take on the nation’s largest corporations and insurers. Our battle-tested lawyers prepare every case to win, with more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements secured for clients since 2023.
Aggressive Representation

Our highly skilled trial lawyers are fearless about going to battle for our clients. When the opposition pushes back, we push back harder. We are determined to end your case with the best possible result.
A National Reputation

Our firm has successfully tried life-altering wrongful death and personal injury cases throughout Texas and nationwide. We have earned a reputation for taking on—and winning—complex, high-exposure cases.
Customized Legal Strategies

No two cases are exactly alike. We provide each of our clients with customized legal strategies and litigation solutions tailored to their unique needs.

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