Boulder County · Child injuries on someone else's property
Lafayette Child Premises Injury Lawyers
A child hurt on someone else's property in Lafayette deserves a real look. Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Child Premises Injury Claims
A child is not automatically treated as an invitee just because they are a child. Their legal status on the property still depends on why they were there and what the property owner allowed or expected. We look at the facts of the visit rather than assuming a result based on age.
A pool, trampoline, or piece of play equipment being present on a property is simply a fact about that property. It does not by itself mean the owner is liable if a child is hurt. We still have to show the owner knew or should have known about a dangerous condition and failed to address it reasonably.
When a child is injured, a parent or guardian may need to manage the claim on the child's behalf. We can walk families through what that involves without guessing at court procedures we have not confirmed for the specific situation. Every case is different, and we take the time to explain what applies here.
Building the Case
In cases involving pools, trampolines, or play equipment, we look at maintenance records, prior incidents, warning signs or their absence, and whether the equipment met basic safety expectations. Photos of the condition soon after the injury and witness accounts from anyone present help establish what actually happened.
If a child suffered a head injury from a fall, that injury can overlap with a traumatic brain injury claim. We handle those claims separately in more detail on our brain injury page, and we coordinate the two when a case involves both a premises issue and a brain injury.
- Photos of the pool, trampoline, or equipment involved
- Names and contact information for any witnesses or other parents present
- Medical records from any evaluation or treatment your child received
- Any communication with the property owner about the incident
- Notes on what your child was doing right before the injury
Serving Lafayette Families
We work with families throughout Lafayette, including areas near Baseline Road and South Boulder Road, as well as neighboring Louisville and Boulder. Children get hurt at backyard pools, apartment complex play areas, and private properties throughout Boulder County, and we help parents understand their options after these incidents.
If a claim needs to go to court, that typically means the Boulder County Justice Center. Children injured in falls or accidents involving equipment sometimes receive initial care at Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital, and those records often become part of the documentation we review.
What Recovery May Address
- Medical treatment and follow-up care costs
- Costs related to any necessary rehabilitation
- Pain and suffering the child experienced
- Travel and related expenses for medical appointments
- Other losses tied directly to 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.
Lafayette Child injuries on someone else's property FAQ
Is a property owner automatically liable if my child gets hurt on a trampoline or pool?
No. The presence of a pool or trampoline is just a fact about the property, not automatic proof of liability. We still need to show the owner knew or should have known about a hazard and did not act reasonably to address it.
Does my child's age change their legal status on someone's property?
Not automatically. A child's status depends on the circumstances of the visit, not a fixed age cutoff. We evaluate the specific facts rather than assuming a result based on age alone.
Can I file a claim on my child's behalf?
Parents and guardians often need to manage a minor's claim, and there are procedures for doing so. We can explain what that process looks like once we understand the specifics of your situation.
What if my child suffered a head injury from a fall?
A head injury from a fall can overlap with a traumatic brain injury claim. We address brain injury claims in more detail separately and can coordinate both if your case involves each.
What should I do right after my child is injured on someone's property?
Take photos of the condition involved, get contact information for any witnesses, and seek medical evaluation for your child. Keep records of any communication with the property owner about what happened.
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