What Is Premises Liability Under Odessa Law? 

You were running errands, grabbing lunch, or maybe visiting a friend’s apartment, and then it happened. A slip on a wet floor. A fall down a poorly lit stairwell. An injury caused by faulty wiring or broken equipment. Suddenly, you're in pain, out of work, and wondering: How did this happen, and is anybody besides me responsible? 

   

Welcome to the complex, often misunderstood world of premises liability. A powerful area of Texas law exists to protect individuals like you when property owners fail to maintain safe premises. 

   

At Anderson Alexander (A2X), we know that injuries on someone else’s property can be just as life-altering as a car wreck or a workplace accident. And yet, victims are often told to “watch where they’re going” or made to feel like it was their fault. We’re here to say to you: if you were hurt due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property in Odessa, you have rights, and we’re here to help you fight for them. 

 

What Exactly Is Premises Liability?

Premises liability is the legal responsibility that property owners and occupiers have to maintain safe conditions on their premises. Under Odessa and Texas law, if you are injured due to a hazard that the property owner knew about (or should have known about) but failed to fix or warn you about, they may be held liable for your injuries. 

   

It’s not just about puddles in a grocery store. Premises liability applies to situations like: 

  • Slippery restaurant floors with no warning signs 
  • Broken handrails in stairwells 
  • Faulty lighting in parking lots or walkways 
  • Loose tiles, uneven pavement, or unsecured rugs 
  • Unmaintained sidewalks or driveways 
  • Dog bites and animal attacks 
  • Negligent security in high-risk areas like apartment complexes or bars 
  • Swimming pool accidents with no barriers or supervision 
  • Dangerous conditions at construction sites or oilfield-adjacent properties 

   

What ties all of these together is one core issue: negligence. If someone was responsible for keeping a space safe and failed, you may have a claim. 

 

Odessa’s Growth = More Accidents Waiting to Happen 

Odessa is growing, and fast. With new shopping centers, oilfield-adjacent developments, apartment complexes, warehouses, and public venues springing up all over Ector County, this growth brings opportunity but also risk. Many property owners are more focused on profits than on the people they impact. Corners are cut. Maintenance is delayed. Security is an afterthought. And the results can be catastrophic. 

   

At A2X, we’ve represented clients who were injured in some of the most preventable and unacceptable circumstances: 

  • A mother who slipped on an oil spill in a gas station that hadn’t been cleaned for hours. 
  • A worker fell through an unsecured grate behind a retail strip under construction. 
  • A tenant was assaulted in a complex with broken security gates and a history of crime. 
  • A child who fell into an unfenced pool during a backyard gathering. 

   

These aren’t rare stories. They’re happening in Odessa, and victims often don’t realize they have legal options. 

 

Who Can Be Held Liable? 

It’s not always clear who’s at fault when you’re hurt on someone else’s property, but that doesn’t mean no one is. Depending on the location and circumstances, liable parties could include: 

   

  • Business owners (retailers, restaurants, service centers) 
  • Commercial landlords or property management companies 
  • Residential landlords or HOAs 
  • Event organizers or venue operators 
  • Contractors or subcontractors maintaining a job site 
  • Oilfield companies managing field offices or temporary housing 

   

In some cases, multiple parties share liability, especially when a lease is involved or outsourced maintenance or security services are provided. That’s why it’s critical to speak to our team, who understands the full scope of premises liability law in Texas, and how it applies to your case in Odessa. 

   

At A2X, we know how to untangle these relationships, identify who was truly responsible, and build a compelling case based on evidence, not assumptions. 

 

What Damages Can You Recover in a Premises Liability Case? 

Injuries caused by property owner negligence can have devastating consequences. Broken bones, concussions, spinal cord injuries, lacerations, burns, and even seemingly minor injuries can lead to chronic pain, job loss, and emotional distress. 

   

If you have a valid premises liability claim, you may be entitled to recover compensation for: 

   

  • Emergency medical care and hospital bills 
  • Ongoing treatment, rehab, or physical therapy 
  • Lost wages and diminished earning capacity 
  • Pain and suffering 
  • Mental anguish 
  • Permanent disability or scarring 
  • Loss of quality of life 

   

At A2X, we work with medical experts, life care planners, and financial analysts to ensure your damages are calculated completely and correctly, and not just based on what you’ve already suffered, but on what you’ll need to recover fully in the months and years ahead. 

 

What Makes Premises Liability in Texas (and Odessa) Unique? 

Texas law is not always friendly to injury victims, and Odessa is no exception. For example, Texas uses a “modified comparative negligence” rule. That means if you’re found to be more than 50% at fault for your own injury, you can’t recover compensation at all. Property owners and their insurers love to use this to their advantage, claiming you were “distracted” or “should have been more careful.” 

   

That’s why documentation is key. So is acting quickly. Surveillance footage can disappear in days. Witnesses forget what they saw. Property owners fix the hazard and deny that it was ever there. The sooner you contact A2X, the stronger your case can be. 

 

Why Choose Anderson Alexander (A2X) for a Premises Liability Case? 

Premises liability claims are often dismissed as “slip and fall” cases, but we know they’re so much more than that. When you’re injured on unsafe property, it’s not just an inconvenience; sometimes it can upend your life depending on the injuries resulting. Medical costs, missed work, physical recovery, and emotional trauma all add up fast. 

   

At A2X, we take your case seriously because we understand what’s really at stake. We listen first. We don’t talk down to you or give you vague answers. We explain your rights under Texas law, help you understand what compensation may be available, and investigate the incident with urgency and attention to detail. 

 

When you hire A2X, you get trusted advocates who will fight to ensure that unsafe property owners are held accountable and that you’re not left carrying the burden of someone else’s negligence. 

 

Injured on Unsafe Property in Odessa? Don’t Wait.  

Premises liability cases are time-sensitive. Evidence disappears. Companies close ranks. Insurance adjusters get to work right away, trying to protect their client, not you. Please don’t give them a head start. 

   

If you were injured in a store, apartment, parking lot, event space, job site, or any property that failed to meet safety standards, contact A2X today. Let’s talk about what happened, what it cost you, and how we can help make it right.