Arapahoe County · Snow and ice falls
Centennial Snow and Ice Fall Lawyers
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Snow and Ice Claims in Centennial
Colorado treats a snow or ice fall as a property condition claim under C.R.S. § 13‑21‑115. That statute looks at your status on the property and what the landowner knew or should have known about the hazard. It does not hand you an automatic win just because ice was present and you fell.
Your status matters. A customer walking into a store or office building in Centennial is often treated as an invitee, which generally means the property owner owed a higher duty to address known hazards. Someone crossing private property for their own purposes, without an invitation tied to the owner's business, may be treated differently. We do not assign a status until we have the actual facts of how and where you were on the property.
The landowner's knowledge is central to these cases. We look at whether the property owner or manager knew, or should have known, about the ice, and whether they had a reasonable chance to address it. We are not going to tell you a fall automatically means liability, and we are not going to guess at how long a condition existed before we have evidence.
Evidence in Snow and Ice Cases
Photos of the ice or snow, taken as close to the time of the fall as possible, are some of the most valuable evidence in these cases. Weather records from around the time of the incident help show what conditions existed and whether the property owner had time to respond. We also look at whether the walkway, entrance, or parking area had been plowed, shoveled, or treated with ice melt, and whether that effort was adequate or was skipped altogether.
How long the hazard existed before your fall is a fact question, not something we assume. We gather maintenance logs, employee statements, and any available surveillance footage to build a timeline. We do not put a number on how many hours or days ice needs to sit before a property owner is responsible. Instead, we build the record and let the facts show what the owner knew and when.
- Photos of the ice, snow, or slick surface where you fell
- The shoes and clothing you were wearing at the time
- Names and contact information for any witnesses
- Any incident report filed with the property or business
- Records of medical treatment you received afterward
Handling Snow and Ice Claims Near Centennial
Centennial sees plenty of foot traffic around commercial corridors near Arapahoe Road, University Boulevard, and the retail and office areas bordering Greenwood Village. Falls in these areas often happen at store entrances, parking lots, or walkways where snow and ice accumulate after a storm. We look closely at how these properties are maintained during winter weather and whether reasonable steps were taken to address hazards.
If your case moves into litigation, it is typically handled through the Arapahoe County Justice Center. If you needed treatment after your fall, records from providers such as AdventHealth Littleton can help document your injuries and support your claim.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical bills related to the fall
- Future medical care if your injury requires ongoing treatment
- Lost income from missed work
- Pain and suffering from your injuries
- Out-of-pocket costs tied to your recovery
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Centennial Snow and ice falls FAQ
Does a property owner automatically owe me money if I fell on ice in Centennial?
No. Colorado law requires looking at your status on the property and what the owner knew or should have known about the hazard. A fall alone does not establish liability without evidence supporting a claim.
How long does ice have to be there before the property owner is responsible?
There is no set number of hours or days written into the law that we can point to. Instead, we gather evidence like weather records and maintenance logs to show what the owner knew and when they had a chance to respond.
Am I considered an invitee if I fell in a store parking lot?
Customers visiting a business are often treated as invitees, which can affect the duty the property owner owed. We need the specific facts of your visit before we can say how your status applies to your case.
What if the property was plowed but I still slipped?
Plowing does not automatically clear a property owner of responsibility. We look at whether the plowing or treatment was adequate, when it was done, and whether ice remained or reformed afterward.
What should I do right after a snow or ice fall in Centennial?
Take photos of the area as soon as you can, note the weather conditions, and get contact information for any witnesses. Seek medical attention if needed and consider reaching out to us for a free consultation to discuss what happened.
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