Larimer County · Child injuries on someone else's property
Loveland Child Premises Injury Lawyers
If your child was hurt on someone else's property in Loveland, we can help. Free consultation, no fee unless we recover.
How Colorado Law Treats a Child Injury Claim
A child is not automatically treated as an invitee just because they are a child. Under Colorado's premises liability statute, the child's status on the property still depends on why the child was there and what the property owner allowed. We do not assume a particular age changes that analysis, and we look at the actual circumstances of the visit before drawing conclusions about what the owner owed the child.
A pool, trampoline, or play equipment on a property is simply a fact about the property. It does not, by itself, mean the owner is automatically liable if a child is injured. We look at how the condition was maintained, whether it was supervised or fenced off, whether warnings were given, and whether the owner knew or should have known of a danger to children using the property.
Because the injured person is a minor, a parent or guardian may need to manage the claim on the child's behalf. We do not attempt to outline every step of that court process here, but we walk families through what is required as the claim moves forward, so parents understand their role without guessing at procedure.
Building the Record After a Child Is Hurt
Photos of the pool, play equipment, fencing, or the area where the fall happened matter, along with the condition of the property at the time. We also look at who was present, whether there was supervision required by the owner, and whether the property had rules or warnings posted for children.
Medical records documenting the child's injury are central to the claim, and if a fall led to a head injury, that can overlap with a separate brain injury claim. We handle that side of the case on our brain injury page rather than repeating it here, but we coordinate both pieces so nothing is left out of your child's claim.
- Photos of the pool, equipment, or hazard involved
- Names of any adults supervising or present at the time
- Medical records from evaluation and treatment
- Any incident report made to the property owner
- Notes on what the child was doing and why they were on the property
Handling Child Injury Claims for Loveland Families
We work with Loveland families whose children were hurt on private property near Eisenhower Boulevard, Taft Avenue, and along U.S. Highway 34, as well as in nearby Fort Collins and Berthoud. Children in these areas are treated at UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies, and those records often become part of the evidence we gather for a claim.
If a claim on behalf of a minor needs court involvement, that process runs through the Larimer County Justice Center. Our office is based in Denver, and we handle these matters for Larimer County families without requiring repeated trips to our office.
What a Child Injury Claim May Cover
- Medical treatment and follow-up care
- Future medical needs related to the injury
- Pain and suffering experienced by the child
- Out-of-pocket costs incurred by the parents
- 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.
Loveland 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. The presence of a pool or play equipment is just a fact about the property, not automatic proof of liability. We look at how it was maintained, supervised, and whether the owner knew of any danger to children.
Does my child count as an invitee just because they're a child?
Not automatically. A child's status on the property still depends on why they were there and the relationship between the owner and the visit, similar to how it works for adults. We review the specific facts before assuming any particular status.
Do I need to do anything special because my child is a minor?
Yes, a parent or guardian typically needs to manage the claim on the child's behalf. We guide families through what's required as the case moves forward rather than leaving you to figure out the process alone.
My child hit their head in the fall. Does that change the case?
It can. A head injury may lead to a separate brain injury claim alongside the premises liability claim, and we handle both together. We don't duplicate that explanation here, but our brain injury page covers that side of the case.
Where would a claim on behalf of my child be handled if it goes to court?
For Loveland families, that would typically run through the Larimer County Justice Center. We're based in Denver but represent families throughout Larimer County without requiring frequent office visits.
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