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One moment you're walking through a store, parking lot, or someone's property. The next, you're on the ground — in pain, confused, and scared. Slip and fall injuries can be serious. Broken bones. Head trauma. Back injuries that change your life. And the property owner's insurance company? They're already building a case against you.
Medical bills stack up fast. You may be missing work. And you're probably wondering if any of this is even worth pursuing. It is. Texas law gives injured people the right to hold negligent property owners accountable. But you only have so much time to act — and the clock is already ticking.
In Texas, you generally have 2 years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. This is called the statute of limitations. If you miss this deadline, you could lose your right to seek compensation entirely. Don't wait — contact an attorney as soon as possible to protect your claim.
Nothing upfront. Attorneys in the HurtMatch network work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless they win your case. Your initial match through HurtMatch is completely free.
First, get medical attention — even if you feel okay. Injuries can worsen over time and a medical record creates important documentation. Report the incident to the property owner or manager and ask for a written copy. Take photos of the hazard, the scene, and your injuries. Get names and contact info of any witnesses. Then contact an attorney before speaking with any insurance company.
Every case is different. Some cases settle within a few months once liability and damages are clear. Others that go to trial can take one to two years or longer. Your matched attorney will give you a realistic timeline based on the specifics of your situation.
To have a strong case in Texas, you generally need to show that a property owner knew or should have known about a dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn you. Things like wet floors, broken steps, poor lighting, or uneven pavement can all be factors. The best way to find out is to speak with an attorney. That's exactly what HurtMatch helps you do — fast and free.
Texas injury law has unique rules that differ sharply from other states. Knowing them is the difference between a fair outcome and pennies on the dollar.
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §16.003 gives you exactly 2 years from the date of injury to file suit. Miss it and your case is over — there is no extension, no exception for "I didn't know I could sue." Wrongful death claims have the same 2-year window from the date of death.
Texas uses Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §33.001. You can recover damages as long as you are 50% or less at fault. If you are 51%+ at fault, you recover nothing. Insurance companies know this rule and aggressively try to push fault percentages above 50%. An experienced attorney pushes back.
Texas caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $250,000 per defendant (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §74.301). There are no caps in standard auto, premises, or product cases — making attorney negotiation skill the deciding factor in your final number.