If you were injured on someone else's property, choosing the right premises liability attorney determines whether you receive full compensation or settle for less. Here are five key insights.
1. Experience With Property Owner Defenses
Premises liability cases require countering defenses like 'open and obvious condition,' 'assumption of risk,' and 'no notice.' An experienced attorney anticipates these and builds evidence to defeat them.
2. Investigation Capability
Surveillance footage has limited retention windows. Incident reports get altered. A premises liability attorney must act quickly to preserve the evidence that proves your case.
3. Expert Witness Network
Engineering experts, safety consultants, and medical professionals are often required. CDF Law has an established network for premises liability cases.
4. Trial Experience
Insurance companies settle more generously when they know your attorney will go to trial. Cedrick D. Forrest has Harris County trial experience.
5. Contingency Fee Structure
A premises liability attorney who works on contingency — like CDF Law — only wins when you win. This aligns your attorney's interests with yours.