Arapahoe County · Child injuries on someone else's property
Centennial Child Premises Injury Lawyers
A child hurt on someone else's property in Centennial? Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
When a Property Owner Is Responsible for a Child's Injury
A lot of people assume a child is automatically treated as an invitee entitled to the highest protection under premises law. That is not how it works. A child's legal status on someone else's property still depends on why the child was there and the circumstances of the visit, the same framework that applies to any visitor. We look at those facts closely before telling a family what kind of claim they have.
Pools, trampolines, and play equipment are common features on residential and commercial properties in Centennial, and having one on the property is simply a fact about the property. It is not automatic proof that the owner did something wrong. What matters is whether the owner knew or should have known about a hazard tied to that feature and failed to address it. We investigate the specific condition that caused the injury rather than assuming liability from the presence of a pool or play structure alone.
Because the injured person is a minor, a parent or guardian typically has to manage the claim on the child's behalf. We do not guess at the exact court procedure involved in that process, but we walk families through what is required as their case moves forward, including any steps tied to filing in Arapahoe County.
Building the Case After a Child Is Hurt
We gather what is available: photos of the pool, trampoline, or play equipment involved, any maintenance or inspection records, witness accounts from other children or adults present, and information about prior incidents at the property. If the property has security cameras, we move quickly to request that footage before it is overwritten.
If the child suffered a head injury in the fall, that injury can overlap with a brain-injury claim. We treat that as its own area of the case and encourage families to review our brain-injury page for more on how we handle those claims, rather than duplicating that analysis here.
- Photos of the pool, trampoline, or equipment where the injury happened
- Names and contact information for other children or adults who witnessed the incident
- Any medical records or discharge paperwork from treatment received
- Communication with the property owner, homeowner's association, or their insurer
- Notes on what the child was doing and where, written down while memory is fresh
Handling Child Injury Claims in Centennial
Centennial includes a mix of established neighborhoods near University Boulevard and Arapahoe Road, along with newer residential areas closer to E-470 and I-25. Many of these properties have backyard pools, community trampolines, or shared play equipment near Greenwood Village, and injuries involving children on this kind of property are not unusual. We understand the residential character of these areas and how that shapes an investigation.
When a child injured in Centennial needs treatment, families often go to AdventHealth Littleton. If a lawsuit becomes necessary, these cases are typically filed at the Arapahoe County Justice Center. Our office is based in Denver, and we regularly handle claims for families throughout Arapahoe County.
What a Family May Recover
- Medical expenses related to the child's treatment and recovery
- Costs of any follow-up care, therapy, or specialist visits
- Pain and suffering experienced by the child
- Impact on the child's daily activities or schooling during recovery
- Related out-of-pocket costs the family incurred because of the injury
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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After I was hit by a drunk driver with no insurance, my own insurer refused UM benefits. McCormick & Murphy sued for uninsured motorist benefits and bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.
C. O., Denver · UM / bad-faith verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Centennial Child injuries on someone else's property FAQ
Is a property owner automatically liable if my child got hurt on a trampoline or in a pool?
No. Having a pool or trampoline on the property is just a fact about the property, not proof of fault. We look at whether the owner knew or should have known about a specific hazard and failed to fix it or warn about it.
Does my child automatically count as an invitee since they're a minor?
Not automatically. A child's status on the property still depends on the reason for the visit and the surrounding circumstances, similar to how status works for adult visitors. We evaluate those facts before determining what duty the owner owed.
Do I need to do anything special to bring a claim on my child's behalf?
Yes, a parent or guardian generally needs to manage the claim for a minor child. We guide families through what is required as the case proceeds rather than leaving them to figure out the process alone.
My child hit their head in the fall. Does that change the claim?
It can. A head injury may overlap with a separate brain-injury claim, and we handle that as its own area of focus. We encourage families in that situation to also look at our brain-injury page for more detail.
Where would a case like this be handled if my child was hurt in Centennial?
Claims involving Centennial properties are typically filed at the Arapahoe County Justice Center. Our office is in Denver, and we work with families throughout Arapahoe County on these matters.
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