Boulder and Weld counties · Snow and ice falls
Longmont Snow and Ice Fall Lawyers
If you slipped on snow or ice in Longmont, we offer a free consultation and charge no attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Snow and Ice Claims Under Colorado's Premises Law
Snow and ice claims in Longmont are handled as premises liability cases under C.R.S. § 13‑21‑115. This law looks at the condition of the property, but it also looks at who was on the property and what the landowner knew or should have known about the danger.
Your status as a visitor matters. A shopper walking into a store off Ken Pratt Boulevard is usually treated as an invitee, which carries certain protections. Someone crossing private land for their own purposes may be treated differently. We do not guess at this. We look at the actual facts of where you were and why before we assign a status or build a claim around it.
A landowner's knowledge of the icy condition is central to these cases. That knowledge can come from how long the ice had been forming, whether other people had complained or slipped, or whether the property was inspected before you arrived. We build that picture from the specific facts of your fall, not from assumptions.
What Helps Prove a Snow or Ice Case
Photos of the ice or snow, taken as close to the time of the fall as possible, are some of the most useful evidence we can gather. Weather records for the Longmont area on and before the day of your fall help show what conditions the property owner was dealing with. Records of whether the walkway, entrance, or parking area was plowed, salted, or otherwise treated can show whether reasonable steps were taken.
How long the ice or snow had been present before your fall is also part of the picture, but we do not state a fixed number of hours or days that ice must sit before a property owner is responsible. Every case turns on its own facts, including the weather pattern, the property owner's usual maintenance routine, and whatever records or witness accounts we can gather after your fall.
- Photograph the ice or snow and the surrounding area before it melts or gets cleared
- Note the exact location, such as a specific entrance or section of sidewalk
- Write down the time and weather conditions as you remember them
- Get names and contact information for any witnesses
- Seek medical care and keep records connecting your injury to the fall
Longmont Snow and Ice Cases
Longmont sees real winter weather, and falls happen at store entrances, on sidewalks along Hover Street, and in parking areas near Colorado Highway 119. Property owners in these areas are expected to address known icy conditions, but proving what they knew and when takes documentation gathered close to the time of the fall.
If your fall required treatment, records from UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital can help connect your injury to the incident. Depending on where the fall happened, your case may be filed at the Boulder County Justice Center or the Weld County Combined Courts. We work with clients throughout Longmont and nearby areas including Boulder and Erie, and our office is based in Denver.
What You May Recover
- Medical expenses related to the fall
- Future medical care if your injury requires ongoing treatment
- Lost income from time away from work
- Pain and suffering
- Other out-of-pocket costs tied to your injury
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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.
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Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Longmont Snow and ice falls FAQ
Does it matter how long the ice was on the ground before I fell?
Yes, how long the condition existed can factor into whether the property owner knew or should have known about it. We do not claim a specific number of hours or days is required. Instead, we look at weather patterns, maintenance records, and other evidence to build that picture.
Am I automatically an invitee if I fell on someone's property?
Not automatically. A customer entering a business is often treated as an invitee, but someone crossing private property for other reasons may be treated differently under Colorado law. We review the specific facts of your visit before assigning a status.
What if the property owner says the walkway was already treated?
We look into whether the area was actually plowed or treated and how recently. Maintenance logs, weather records, and photos can all help show whether the property owner's claim matches what actually happened.
Which court would handle my Longmont snow and ice case?
Depending on where your fall occurred, your case could be filed at the Boulder County Justice Center or the Weld County Combined Courts. We can help determine the right venue once we know the details of your fall.
What should I do right after a slip and fall on ice in Longmont?
Take photos of the ice and surrounding area if you're able, get contact information for witnesses, and seek medical attention. Documenting the scene quickly is often more valuable than anything else you can do.
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