Ponca City Premises Liability Lawyer

Injured on Someone Else’s Property? You May Have a Case.

When you’re hurt because a business, property owner, or landlord didn’t take care of their property like they should have, it may be more than just an “accident” – it may be negligence. And under Oklahoma law, you may be entitled to compensation. 

At Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach, we help folks who’ve been seriously hurt on unsafe properties fight for justice, as well as families who have lost loved ones in tragic premises accidents. Whether your injuries occurred at a retailer, private home, or public space, we have the experience and resources to help.

Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach is an award-winning trial practice that’s recovered over a billion dollars for victims and families across Oklahoma. Now, we’re ready to fight for you. Call or contact us online for a FREE consultation.

What Is Premises Liability?

If you slip on a wet grocery store floor with no warning sign, or trip on a broken step at an apartment complex that’s been falling apart for months, you may have a premises liability case. These cases aren’t just about “accidents”—they’re about dangerous conditions that property owners knew about, ignored, or didn’t bother to fix.

Premises liability is the legal concept that holds property owners and occupiers accountable when someone gets hurt because of an unsafe condition on their property. In other words, if you’re lawfully on someone else’s property and you get injured due to their negligence, the law may entitle you to compensation.

Under Oklahoma law, the duty of care a property owner owes you depends on the reason you’re there:

• Invitees (like shoppers or hotel guests): Owners must take reasonable steps to inspect, repair, and warn about hazards.
• Licensees (like social guests): Owners must warn of known, non-obvious dangers.
• Trespassers: Generally, owners don’t owe a duty – except when it comes to children, such as in the case of attractive nuisances (e.g., unfenced swimming pools).

Property owners can’t just look the other way when there’s a hazard on their land. Whether it’s a broken railing, a slick spill, poor lighting, or negligent security, they’re responsible for making sure folks don’t get hurt.

These cases often hinge on proving what the owner knew, whether they had a reasonable chance to fix the issue, and how that danger caused your injury. That takes investigation, evidence, and experience—and that’s where our trial lawyers come in.

Types of Premises Liability Claims We Handle

Backed by a century of collective experience, our team at Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach handles all types of dangerous property cases, including:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Trip and fall injuries due to uneven flooring, broken sidewalks, or clutter
• Negligent security leading to assault, robbery, or other criminal acts
• Dog bites and animal attacks
• Swimming pool accidents
• Staircase and elevator accidents
• Falling merchandise or objects
• Injuries on construction sites or unsafe rental properties
• Premises accidents resulting in wrongful death

Do I Have a Valid Premises Liability Case in Oklahoma?

Not every injury on someone else’s property results in a claim. In Oklahoma, you’ll generally need to prove:

1. The property owner owed you a duty of care. (This usually applies if you were lawfully on the property—not trespassing.)
2. They knew or should’ve known about the danger.
3. They failed to fix it or warn you.
4. You were injured as a direct result of that failure.

If you’re not sure whether you have a case, that’s exactly why we offer free consultations. We’ll talk it through, plain and simple, and give you real answers.

Why Premises Liability Cases Are Tough Without a Lawyer

Premises liability claims can be complex. Property owners and their insurance companies will often argue:

• You were at fault for your own injury.
• They didn’t know about the hazard.
• The hazard wasn’t dangerous or obvious enough to fix.

That’s why you need a law firm that knows how to fight back—and win.

At Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach, our team brings more than 100 years of combined experience and a track record of over a billion dollars recovered for Oklahoma families. We dig deep into the evidence, consult with experts, and build strong cases that position clients for the maximum compensation possible.

What Compensation Can I Recover in a Premises Liability Claim?

If you have a valid claim, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages or income
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Long-term disability or disfigurement
• Wrongful death damages (if you lost a loved one in a fatal incident)

Why Choose Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach?

We’ve earned a reputation fighting for folks and families across the state—people just like you—against powerful corporations, national chains, and big insurance companies that put profits ahead of people.

When you work with our team, you get:

• Award-winning trial lawyers with more than a century of combined experience.
• National recognition as one of Oklahoma’s leading personal injury law firms
• A proven track record: Over 20,000 clients helped and more than a billion dollars recovered.
• Contingency fees and free consultations—you pay nothing unless we win

What to Do After an Injury on Dangerous Property

If you’ve been hurt on someone else’s property, here’s what to do:

1. Seek medical attention right away.
2. Report the incident to the property owner or manager and get it in writing.
3. Document the scene—take photos and gather witness names if possible.
4. Don’t give recorded statements to insurance companies without a lawyer.
5. Call an experienced premises liability lawyer to learn your rights.

Time matters. Evidence disappears. Let us help you protect your claim.

Call For a FREE Consultation:

Whether you were injured at a Ponca City business, an apartment complex, a government property, or a private residence, Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach is ready to help. We’re proud to serve our neighbors throughout Kay County and beyond.

Call or contact us online for a free and confidential consultation.