A Houston personal injury lawyer can evaluate your circumstances and walk you through how to sue NRG Stadium for personal injury in Texas, establish liability, and recover damages.
Whether you’re attending a sporting or social event, you expect to have a fun and safe experience at NRG Stadium. However, if you were injured because of negligence, then you may have the right to take legal action.
File a Lawsuit Against NRG Stadium
If you were injured at NRG Stadium and are entitled to file a lawsuit, it’s important to understand how the process works so all requirements are met. In order to sue NRG Stadium for personal injury, you will likely need to draft a document that outlines the reason for your lawsuit, the details of your claim against NRG Stadium, and how much compensation you are seeking based on the losses you suffered.
Once the lawsuit is drafted, it must be submitted to the applicable court system in order to initiate your case. Papers must also be served to NRG Stadium or other applicable party, notifying them of your petition. Lawyers can help prepare and submit lawsuits in these cases, as well as provide counsel on what to do after the lawsuit process commences.
When filing a lawsuit, it’s also important to be aware of the timeline for a personal injury lawsuit in Texas. While the state allows victims two years to file their case in most instances, there can be some exceptions. For example, claims against government entities require you to provide notice soon after the accident, before any further legal action can be taken. This may be applicable in NRG Stadium lawsuits.
Lawsuits Require You to Demonstrate Negligence and Establish Liability for the Accident
During a lawsuit, it’s your responsibility to demonstrate that NRG Stadium or a third party is responsible for your injuries because they neglected their safety and maintenance duties. This may mean that they knew about a hazard and did nothing to repair it, they reasonably should have been aware of the hazard, or created a hazard because of their actions. Using evidence, you must establish their liability.
This involves showing that NRG Stadium owed guests a duty of care while guests were on the property. However, the venue or other party didn’t uphold this duty and directly caused or contributed to an accident as a result. When this is the case, at-fault parties generally have to pay for the damages they caused you.
Determining and establishing liability in these types of cases can be complex and involve various restrictions and variables that can affect the outcome. It can also impact how you proceed with your case and go about establishing negligence. Lawyers can provide insight and clarity based on your specific circumstances, as well as recommendations on how to proceed.
Shared Fault Can Impact Your Lawsuit
It is important to be aware that if you contributed to your injuries in some way, you may receive reduced compensation.
According to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 33, a victim’s damages can be reduced in proportion to their level of fault as long as they are less than 51% at fault. Talk to our team to ensure you receive as much compensation as possible in your case.
Recoverable Damages in an NRG Stadium Lawsuit
If you successfully establish negligence on the part of NRG Stadium or a third party, you may be able to recover your losses through compensation. The amount and what is included in your settlement are unique to your circumstances. You may be able to receive compensation for both your expenses and pain and suffering. Common recoverable damages may include:
- Cost of your medical care and rehabilitation costs
- Loss of income
- Damage to personal property
- Pain and suffering
- Inability to enjoy life and activities
- Emotional distress
- Loss of companionship or consortium
Recovering these losses can offset the impact on your life and go a long way toward helping you regain control and stability for you and your family. Calculating the value of all of your losses at the outset of your case can help determine how much you need to recover. It also guides negotiations to help you recover maximum compensation, even when variables are taken into account.
Unique Factors That Can Impact Your Ability to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit Against NRG Stadium
Lawsuits against NRG Stadium can be complicated for several reasons, which may alter the legal process and your options. The source of fault is one such factor. For example, you may have a third-party claim if your injury was the result of a contractor that NRG Stadium employed. However, NRG Stadium is owned by Harris County, which means if they were at fault, your claim is against a government entity.
Another factor that can affect your lawsuit is the presence of liability waivers. Tickets often include liability waivers and terms for binding arbitration that ticketholders agree to when purchasing tickets. This may make it harder to pursue a lawsuit and recover the expenses associated with your losses. However, you should consult with an experienced attorney before assuming you don’t have a case, as you may have options.
When it comes to binding arbitration, this can limit some of your options. While this process allows you to avoid going to court, you may not have the opportunity to appeal a decision that you may feel is unfair. It’s also important to hire legal representation when suing NRG Stadium to make sure your voice and interests are protected throughout arbitration so you can receive a favorable outcome.
Entrust Your NRG Stadium Lawsuit to Lowe Law
Lowe Law helps you navigate the complexities of a personal injury lawsuit against NRG Stadium. Given the unique factors in these cases, we provide trusted counsel to help you navigate the legal process.
Our team also fiercely advocates for and negotiates on your behalf so you are not left without options to recover your losses. Our firm is ready to sit down with you when you reach out to schedule a free consultation.