Premises Liability Lawyer - Injuries on Property in New Mexico

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If you've been injured because a property owner failed to keep their space safe, Holt Law is here to stand up for your rights. As a trusted Albuquerque premises liability lawyer, we represent clients hurt on unsafe property across New Mexico-from crowded retail stores on Coors Boulevard to apartment complexes in Nob Hill and rural properties outside Las Cruces. Whether you slipped on a wet grocery aisle, suffered an attack due to inadequate security, or were bitten by an unrestrained dog, our team knows how to hold negligent property owners accountable.

When Property Negligence Leads to Serious Injuries

Premises liability law applies when someone is injured because the owner or manager of a property failed to fix or warn about a dangerous condition. These cases can involve hazards that should have been addressed-like spills, broken railings, faulty lighting, or a lack of security staff. We've handled claims against retail stores, restaurants, landlords, and other property owners who failed to meet their legal duty of care.

Types of Premises Liability Cases We Handle

We represent clients in a wide range of dangerous property cases, including:

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Slip & Fall Accidents

Wet floors, icy sidewalks, uneven pavement, and other trip hazards.

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Negligent Security

Assaults, robberies, or other harm that occurred because a property lacked proper lighting, cameras, or trained security.

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Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

Injuries caused by dangerous pets or animals not properly restrained.

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Other Hazardous Conditions

Falling merchandise, building code violations, fires, swimming pool accidents, and other unsafe situations.

How We Prove a Premises Liability Claim in New Mexico

To win a premises liability case, you must show that the property owner knew-or should have known-about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn visitors. We gather evidence such as incident reports, surveillance footage, maintenance records, and witness statements. New Mexico law generally requires property owners to take reasonable steps to keep their spaces safe for invited guests and customers, and we make sure those duties are enforced.

Common Injuries from Unsafe Property

We've helped clients recover compensation for:

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Some injuries require long-term treatment and can disrupt every part of your life. We work to ensure your claim covers not just immediate medical bills, but also future care, lost income, and pain and suffering.

Our Approach to Holding Property Owners Accountable

From the moment you hire us, we move quickly to preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and document the hazard before it's fixed. We deal directly with insurance companies-whether it's a property insurer, business liability carrier, or homeowner's policy-and fight to secure a fair settlement. If they won't negotiate fairly, we're ready to take your case to trial. You pay nothing unless we win.

Questions We Hear About Premises Liability Cases

  • What if I was partly at fault for my accident?

    You may still be able to recover damages under New Mexico's comparative fault law, though your compensation could be reduced based on your share of fault.

  • Can I sue a friend or family member if I was injured on their property?

    Yes, most of these claims are paid through insurance policies, not out of a friend or relative's pocket.

  • How long do I have to file a premises liability claim?

    In most cases, you have three years or less from the date of injury, but acting quickly can help preserve evidence.

Free Consultations for Injuries on Unsafe Property

If you were hurt on someone else's property, don't assume it was just bad luck-it may have been preventable.
to speak with an experienced Albuquerque premises liability lawyer today. We serve clients statewide, from Santa Fe to Alamogordo, with the compassion and determination they deserve.