A ceiling collapse may seem like a rare or unlikely occurrence, but it is actually quite common. You should always be wary of water spots and bulges that develop around plumbing—especially if you live or work in an older building.
What begins as a small, dark spot on the ceiling can quickly become the neighbor’s bathtub in your living room. This can leave you wondering if you are able to sue for damages caused by a ceiling collapse.
If you have been in a ceiling collapse accident in the Texas region, speak with a ceiling collapse lawsuit attorney right away. Our team at Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP, will walk you through how to recover from the devastation of a roof or ceiling collapse.
We have litigated ceiling collapse lawsuits and negotiated ceiling collapse settlements across Texas, and we know what it takes to get you back on your feet.
Types of Ceiling Collapses
Ceilings can collapse because of a variety of maintenance and structural issues. Typically, these have to do with landlord or owner negligence. Some of these problems include:
- Negligent long-term maintenance;
- Inadequate or neglected plumbing;
- Improper drainage; and
- Construction or repair defects.
This is not an exhaustive list. There are many more potential causes of ceiling collapses. In all cases, Texas landlords have a duty to their tenants to maintain safe properties. If you are a victim of any of these types of accidents, you may be able to file a ceiling collapse lawsuit. An experienced ceiling collapse lawyer can help.
Evidence in a Ceiling Collapse Lawsuit
If you are injured in a ceiling collapse accident, making sure you and your loved ones get prompt medical attention should be your first priority.
After ensuring that everyone is given proper medical attention, it is important to photograph (or have someone help you photograph) the scene of the accident. When filing a ceiling collapse lawsuit, you will very likely need these photographs as some of your key evidence.
Additionally, you should be prepared to describe anything you observed about the condition of your apartment or office immediately before the collapse. Write down as much detail as you remember, and do not hesitate to ask neighbors what they remember as well.
You should also be prepared to describe the exact manner in which you were injured, whether it was from falling debris, being scalded by leaking hot water, or however your injuries occurred.
Be sure to save all medical bills and receipts, as well as any evidence showing you had to take time off of work. These may be relevant to a ceiling collapse settlement with your landlord or their insurance company.
How a Ceiling Collapse Lawyer Can Help
At Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP, we have litigated thousands of personal injury cases, like ceiling collapse lawsuits, all throughout Texas. We draw on the deep experience of our dedicated team—in the courtroom and at the negotiation table—to get you the financial recovery you deserve.
We are serious about getting justice for our clients. Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation.
Joshua Lee believes in aggressive, tough advocacy and a client-centered approach to every case. Joshua draws from a wide body of experiences and a robust understanding of the law. Joshua graduated from the New York University School of Law in New York City, which is considered among the best law schools in the world.