Bowick & Laney Win Summary Judgment in Personal Injury Lawsuit.
Bowick & Laney is pleased to announce a significant legal victory on behalf of its client, AB Parts Corporation, in a personal injury lawsuit involving complex claims of premises liability. On January 14, 2026, the 268th District Court of Fort Bend County, Texas granted a Motion for Summary Judgment, dismissing all claims against the defendant AB Parts Corporation with prejudice.
The litigation stemmed from an incident in which the plaintiff, an independent contractor, alleged serious bodily injuries sustained while performing work at the defendant’s facility. The plaintiff sought substantial damages, alleging that the property owner failed to maintain a safe environment and failed to warn of a dangerous condition. Bowick & Laney successfully argued that the plaintiff’s claims were governed strictly by Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 95.002. Under this statute, a property owner is shielded from liability for injuries to contractors, subcontractors, or their employees unless specific, rigorous criteria are met.
The court’s decision to grant summary judgment reinforces the robust protections afforded to Texas property owners under Chapter 95. By meticulously documenting the lack of operational control and the absence of “actual knowledge” as defined by Texas law, Bowick & Laney effectively neutralized the plaintiff’s theories of negligence. “This ruling is a testament to the strength of the protections provided by the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code,” said Bobby Bowick. “Section 95 was designed precisely for these scenarios—to ensure that property owners are not held liable for risks inherent in the specialized work they hire contractors to perform.”