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Fountain Child Premises Injury Lawyers
Fountain child premises injury lawyers for families after a child is hurt in Fountain. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Child Premises Injury Claims in Fountain
McCormick & Murphy are Fountain child premises injury lawyers for families after a child is hurt on someone else's property. We file in El Paso County Combined Courts.
A child's legal status on someone else's property is not automatic just because the child is young. The same questions that apply to adults still apply: why was the child there, and did the owner invite or permit the visit. We look at the facts of how your child came to be on the property before we assume anything about the level of duty the owner owed.
A pool, trampoline, or piece of play equipment being present on a property is a fact we consider, not proof of fault by itself. We still have to show the owner knew or should have known about a dangerous condition and failed to address it in a reasonable way. Fountain has plenty of properties with pools and play areas, from backyards near Mesa Ridge Parkway to rental units off Fountain Mesa Road, and each claim depends on its own facts.
Because the injured person is a minor, a parent or guardian typically has to manage the claim on the child's behalf. We can walk you through what that involves once we understand your situation, without guessing at court procedures that may apply to your case.
Evidence That Supports a Child Premises Injury Claim
Photos of the condition that caused the injury, taken as soon as possible, are valuable. That includes pool areas, fencing or lack of it, play equipment, and any surrounding hazards. Witness information from anyone who saw what happened, including other adults or children present, also matters.
Medical records documenting your child's injury and treatment help establish what happened physically. If your child was treated at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central in Colorado Springs or another facility, those records become part of the record we build. We also look at any prior incidents or complaints about the same property condition, since a pattern can support a claim that the owner knew about the risk.
- Get your child medical attention and keep records of treatment
- Photograph the property condition before anything changes
- Write down what happened while details are fresh
- Get contact information for any witnesses
- Avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurer before speaking with us
Where Was Your Child Hurt in Fountain?
Fountain includes a mix of single-family homes, rental properties, and areas near Security-Widefield and U.S. Highway 85 where pools and play equipment are common. We handle claims arising from these kinds of properties throughout Fountain and the surrounding El Paso County area.
Claims that need to go to court are typically filed in El Paso County Combined Courts. Our office is at 929 W Colorado Ave in Colorado Springs, and we work with Fountain families throughout the claims process.
Investigating Fountain Child Premises Injuries & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Fountain child premises injury lawyers for families after a child is hurt on someone else's property.
- Evidence We Review: Photos of the condition that caused the injury, including pool areas, fencing, and play equipment. Witness information from anyone who saw what happened. Medical records documenting your child's injury and treatment. Any prior incidents or complaints about the same property condition, since a pattern can support a claim that the owner knew about the risk.
- What Your Claim May Cover: Medical treatment and follow-up care costs. Future medical needs related to the injury. Pain and suffering. Parent's lost wages from time spent caring for the child. Other losses tied directly to the injury.
- Office Access: Clients meet with our team at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 ↗ — with home or hospital consultations available if severe injuries prevent travel.
What Your Fountain Child Premises Injury Claim May Cover
- Medical treatment and follow-up care costs
- Future medical needs related to the injury
- Pain and suffering
- Parent's lost wages from time spent caring for the child
- Other losses tied directly to the injury
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Fountain — and read client testimonials.
A passenger suffered traumatic brain, neck, and back injuries in a Colorado Springs intersection collision. After the carrier refused a fair number, a jury awarded $295,000 including interest and costs.
El Paso County jury verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Do You Need to Take Action After Your Child's Injury?
Do I need Fountain child premises injury lawyers after an injury?
Call Fountain child premises injury 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 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.
Does a young age automatically mean my child was an invitee on the property?
No. A child's status on the property still depends on the circumstances of the visit, including why the child was there and whether the owner invited or permitted it. We review the specific facts of your situation before drawing conclusions about the owner's duty.
Is a property owner automatically liable if my child was hurt on a trampoline or in a pool?
No. The presence of a pool or trampoline is one fact among many. We still need to show the owner knew or should have known about a dangerous condition and did not take reasonable steps to address it.
Do I need to do anything special because my child is a minor?
A parent or guardian typically manages a claim on a minor's behalf. We can explain what that involves for your specific case once we understand the details.
My child suffered a head injury in the fall. Does that change the claim?
A head injury can raise additional concerns depending on its severity. If a brain injury is involved, our brain injury page covers that topic in more depth, and we can discuss how it applies to your child's situation.
What should I do first if my child was hurt on someone else's property in Fountain?
Get your child medical attention and document the property condition with photos as soon as you can. Then contact us for a free consultation so we can review what happened and explain your options.
Nearest McCormick & Murphy office
Colorado Springs — Downtown
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