Houston, TX asked in Personal Injury and Landlord - Tenant for Texas

Q: Can I see my landlord for not making repairs in my apartment causing me a health injury?

2 Lawyer Answers
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
Answered
  • Frisco, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Unless you have agreed otherwise in your lease, yes. You will need to prove that your landlord was aware of the dangerous condition that caused your injury (usually because you sent in a maintenance request) and that the landlord failed to correct the condition within a reasonable time.

Tara Gilmore-Low
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Tara Gilmore-Low
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  • Abilene, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Generally, yes, if your landlord is aware that a dangerous condition exists on the property. This is subject to any terms of the lease agreement.

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