A Day at Home Turns Into a Family’s Worst Nightmare
What started as a quiet afternoon for one Texas family ended in tragedy when their young daughter was severely injured in a preventable apartment balcony collapse.
The child had gone outside to hang up her towel after swimming when the railing on their second-story balcony suddenly gave way. She fell two stories to the ground below, suffering multiple spinal fractures that required emergency surgery.
Doctors performed a complex procedure to stabilize her spine with titanium rods and screws, and she spent months in a back brace while recovering. Even now, she continues to face long-term physical therapy and ongoing medical treatment.
A Preventable Collapse Caused by Negligence
When the family came to The Button Law Firm, they needed answers — and accountability. Our investigation revealed the horrifying truth: the balcony was not properly maintained and should never have been considered safe for use.
The railing was held together with a single screw in each corner, violating basic building and safety codes. The supporting beams were cracked, and the structure beneath the balcony was unstable. In short, this was an accident waiting to happen — and the property owners and management company failed to take even the most basic steps to prevent it.
Under Texas law, property owners are required to maintain their buildings to ensure the safety of tenants and visitors. When they ignore those responsibilities and someone gets hurt as a result, it’s considered premises liability — and they can be held accountable for the harm their negligence causes.
Fighting for the Resources This Child Will Need for Life
The injuries this young girl suffered were catastrophic and life-altering. Her parents faced mounting medical bills, uncertainty about her future, and the emotional toll of watching their child fight through pain and recovery.
The Button Law Firm took swift action to hold the apartment complex accountable. Our team worked to ensure the family received the support and resources they needed — not just to cover immediate medical expenses, but to provide for their daughter’s long-term care, therapy, and quality of life.
The outcome helped secure her future and gave her family a sense of justice after such a traumatic experience.
Standing Up for Families Across Texas
This case is a powerful reminder of why property safety matters — and how quickly negligence can destroy lives. No family should have to suffer because a landlord or property manager ignored clear safety hazards.
At The Button Law Firm, we fight for children and families whose lives have been turned upside down by preventable injuries. When property owners cut corners or fail to maintain safe conditions, we hold them accountable and make sure families get the answers and support they deserve.
If your child has been seriously injured on unsafe property, you don’t have to go through it alone. Contact The Button Law Firm today to learn how we can help your family move forward. Call us at 214-699-4409, email us at intake@buttonlawfirm.com, or fill out our contact form.
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