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Florence Snow and Ice Fall Lawyers
Florence snow and ice fall lawyers for people hurt on property in Florence. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Florence Snow and Ice Fall Claims Under Colorado Premises Liability Law
McCormick & Murphy are Florence snow and ice fall lawyers for people hurt in a fall on snow or ice. We file in Fremont County Combined Courts.
Colorado handles snow and ice falls as a property condition claim under C.R.S. § 13‑21‑115. That statute focuses on two things: your status on the property and what the landowner knew or should have known about the ice before you fell.
Whether you were an invitee, licensee, or trespasser changes what the landowner owed you. A customer walking into a Main Street shop is usually treated differently than someone crossing private land off Highway 115 for their own purposes. We do not guess at your status until we know the facts of where you were and why.
Knowledge matters as much as status. We look at whether the property owner or manager had reason to know ice had formed on a walkway, entrance, or parking area, and whether they took reasonable steps in response. There is no set number of hours or days ice has to sit before a claim exists; it depends on the circumstances.
Evidence That Supports a Florence Snow and Ice Fall Claim
Photos of the ice, snow accumulation, and surrounding area are some of the strongest evidence in these cases, especially if taken soon after the fall. We also pull weather records for the Florence area to establish what conditions existed leading up to and at the time of the incident, and whether the timing lines up with what the property showed.
We also look at whether the walkway or entrance had been plowed, shoveled, or treated with ice melt, and how that compares to other areas of the property. Witness accounts from people who saw the ice, saw you fall, or know how long the condition had been there can also help establish what the property owner knew or should have known.
- Photograph the ice or snow and the surrounding walkway before it melts or gets cleared
- Note the exact location, whether it was an entrance, sidewalk, or parking area
- Write down the date, time, and recent weather you recall
- Get contact information for anyone who saw the fall or the condition
- Seek medical evaluation and keep records of any treatment
After a Fall on Snow or Ice Near Main Street or Highway 115 in Florence
Florence sees real winter weather along Main Street, East 3rd Street, and the stretch of Colorado Highway 115 connecting the city to Cañon City and Penrose. Falls on business entrances, sidewalks, and parking lots in these areas are common in the colder months, and we handle these claims with attention to the specific property and conditions involved.
If your case goes to litigation, it will likely be filed in Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City. If you needed treatment after your fall, records from CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City can be part of your file. Our office is at 301 N. Main Street in Pueblo, and we meet with Florence-area clients as needed to review the facts of the fall.
Investigating Florence Snow and Ice Falls & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Florence snow and ice fall lawyers handling premises liability claims in Fremont County Combined Courts. We investigate whether property owners knew or should have known about ice conditions on walkways, entrances, and parking areas before your fall.
- Evidence That Supports Your Claim: Photos of ice and snow accumulation taken soon after the fall, weather records for the Florence area, witness accounts from people who saw the condition or your fall, and documentation of whether the walkway was plowed, shoveled, or treated with ice melt compared to other areas of the property.
- Office Access: Clients meet with our team at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003 ↗ — with home or hospital consultations available if severe injuries prevent travel.
What Your Florence Snow and Ice Fall Claim May Cover
- Medical expenses related to the fall
- Future medical care if injuries require ongoing treatment
- Lost income from time away from work
- Pain and suffering from the injury
- Other out-of-pocket costs tied to the incident
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Florence — and read client testimonials.
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.
Florence Snow and Ice Fall Questions
Do I need Florence snow and ice fall lawyers after an injury?
Call Florence snow and ice fall lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The nearest office is at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003.
Do I have to prove the ice was there for a certain number of hours?
No. Colorado law does not set a fixed number of hours or days ice must exist before a claim can proceed. Instead, we look at whether the property owner knew or should have known about the condition and whether they acted reasonably in response.
What if I was on private property and not a customer?
Your status as an invitee, licensee, or trespasser affects what the property owner owed you, and that status depends entirely on the facts of why you were there. We review the details of your visit before assigning any status to your claim.
Does a Colorado Springs snow removal ordinance apply to my Florence case?
No. We do not rely on Colorado Springs municipal code in Florence claims. Your case is evaluated under Colorado's premises liability statute and the specific facts of the property where you fell.
What evidence helps most in a snow and ice case?
Photos of the ice and surrounding area, weather records, and information about whether the walkway was treated or plowed are all valuable. Witness statements about how long the condition had been present can also support your claim.
Where would my case be filed if it doesn't settle?
Florence-area premises liability cases are typically filed in Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City. We handle the filing and litigation process on your behalf.
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