Pueblo County · Child injuries on someone else's property
Colorado City Child Premises Injury Lawyers
If a child was hurt on someone else's property near Colorado City, we can help. Free consultation, no fee unless we recover.
How Child Premises Injury Claims Work
A child being on someone's property does not automatically make the property owner liable, and it does not automatically make the child an invitee. A child's legal status on the property still depends on why the child was there in the first place, whether it was a social visit, a birthday party, or something else. We look at the facts of how and why the child came to be on the property before we can say anything about what the owner owed.
Pools, trampolines, and play equipment are common features on residential property around Colorado City and the surrounding Pueblo County area. Having one of these features on a property is simply a fact about the property. It is not, by itself, proof that the owner did something wrong or that the owner is automatically responsible for an injury that happened near or on it. We have to look at how the condition was maintained, what warnings or barriers existed, and what the owner knew or should have known.
When a child is hurt, a parent or guardian often has to be involved in managing the claim on the child's behalf. There are court procedures that can come into play when a minor is involved in a legal claim, and we walk families through what that looks like for their situation without guessing at outcomes ahead of time.
Evidence That Matters
In a child injury case, we look at the condition of the property at the time of the incident: fencing or gates around a pool, the condition of play equipment, any warning signs, and whether the area was supervised or accessible. Photos of the scene, witness accounts from other adults or children present, and any maintenance or inspection records the property owner may have can all matter.
Medical records documenting the child's injury and treatment are also important, especially if the child was taken to UCHealth Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo. If a fall resulted in a head injury, that medical documentation can become relevant to more than one type of claim, and we address that further below.
- Photos of the pool, trampoline, or equipment involved
- Names and contact information for any adults or children who witnessed the incident
- Medical records and any discharge paperwork from treatment
- Notes on what the property owner said or did after the incident
- Any communication with the property owner or their insurer
Serving Colorado City and Pueblo County
We work with families throughout the Colorado City area, including along Colorado Highway 165, Cuerno Verde Road, and Unitah Road, as well as families who travel in from Pueblo or along I-25. Cases involving property owners in this area are typically handled through Pueblo County Combined Courts, and we are familiar with how claims move through that court.
Our office is located at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003, convenient for families in Colorado City who need to meet in person to go over their child's case.
What a Claim May Cover
- Medical treatment and follow-up care for the child
- Costs related to any necessary therapy or rehabilitation
- A parent's lost wages from time taken off to care for the child
- Pain and suffering experienced by the child
- Any ongoing costs tied to a lasting injury
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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A pickup hit me from behind on Hwy 50 east of Pueblo. The insurer offered $2,600. McCormick & Murphy helped with treatment, filed suit, and the case settled at mediation for $165,000.
C. O., Pueblo · Highway 50 crash
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Colorado City 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 automatic proof of fault. We have to look at how the feature was maintained, what precautions the owner took, and what happened leading up to the injury.
Does my child's age change what the property owner owed them?
A child's legal status on the property depends on the circumstances of the visit, not simply on age. We look at why the child was there and what the relationship was between the family and the property owner before drawing any conclusions.
Do I need to handle my child's claim differently than an adult's claim?
Often, yes. A parent or guardian may need to take on a role in managing a minor's claim, and there are court procedures that can apply. We walk you through what that involves for your specific situation.
My child hit their head in the fall. Does that change the claim?
A head injury from a fall can overlap with a separate brain-injury claim depending on the severity. If that applies to your child's situation, our brain-injury page goes into more detail on that type of claim.
What should I do right after my child is hurt on someone else's property?
Get your child medical attention first, then document what you can: photos of the scene, names of witnesses, and any statements made by the property owner. Reach out to us for a free consultation so we can start looking into what happened.
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