El Paso County · Wrongful death
Old Colorado City Wrongful Death Lawyers
Wrongful death in Old Colorado City: we investigate and pursue claims for surviving family members.
The Claim for Wrongful Death
When someone dies as a result of another person's negligence or misconduct, Colorado law allows surviving family members to bring a wrongful-death claim. Not every family member can file, and the timeline for doing so is strict. Our firm works quickly to identify the proper claimants under Colorado wrongful-death law, preserve evidence from the scene and from medical records, and understand the full scope of losses—financial and personal—that the death has caused.
Old Colorado City sits along U.S. Highway 24 and Colorado Avenue, where traffic, pedestrian, and property accidents occur. Whether the death resulted from a vehicle collision, workplace injury, medical error, or other cause, we coordinate with the Colorado Springs Police Department, UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, and other agencies to gather facts before evidence fades. The family's testimony about the deceased's role in their lives and household is crucial, and we help document that evidence thoroughly.
Gathering and Preserving Evidence
Wrongful-death cases depend on clear, detailed proof: police reports and scene photographs, medical examiner and autopsy findings, hospital and emergency records, witness statements, employment and income records, and any insurance policies that cover the responsible party. We begin investigation immediately, because memories fade and evidence can be lost or destroyed. Our team obtains these records directly from the Colorado Springs Police Department, medical providers, employers, and other sources.
We also preserve family records that establish the deceased's role and value. Tax returns, pay stubs, household-expense records, calendars showing caregiving responsibilities, and family testimony together prove both the economic loss and the immeasurable impact of losing a loved one. In some cases, the deceased's own survival claim—for pain and suffering between injury and death—must be documented and pursued alongside the wrongful-death claim filed by family members.
Local investigations may involve Colorado Springs Police Department, scenes near U.S. Highway 24 or Colorado Springs, and medical records from UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central.
Old Colorado City is a historic district on the west side of Colorado Springs along Colorado Avenue / Highway 24. Claims from this corridor are commonly handled from the Downtown Colorado Springs office.
A wrongful-death case requires proof of who was responsible, how the death was caused, who legally may file the claim, and what losses the family suffered. Start gathering these items right away:
- Police report and investigation file from Colorado Springs Police Department
- Autopsy report and medical examiner's findings
- Hospital or emergency-care records from UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or other treatment facilities
- Photographs and scene documentation from the location of the incident (along U.S. Highway 24, Colorado Avenue, or other roads in Old Colorado City)
- Employment records and recent tax returns showing the deceased's income and household contribution
- Medical bills, funeral expenses, and other economic losses incurred by the estate
- Witness statements and contact information from people present or nearby
- Insurance policies (life, health, auto, homeowner, or other coverage)
- Estate or probate documents showing legal representatives and heirs
- Family calendars, photos, or testimony documenting the relationship and companionship lost
- Any prior similar incidents or complaints involving the responsible party
- Survival-action claim documentation (pain and suffering of the deceased before death)
The sooner you secure these records, the better we can protect your claim and prepare the strongest case.
Medical Records and Cause of Death
Understanding how and why the death occurred is the foundation of a wrongful-death case. We obtain the autopsy report, the medical examiner's findings, hospital discharge records, emergency department notes, and any prior medical records that show the deceased's baseline health. If negligence by a healthcare provider is suspected, we retain medical experts to review the care given at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or other facilities and to explain how the breach of duty led to death.
We coordinate directly with the El Paso County medical examiner's office and reviewing physicians to establish the causal chain: the defendant's conduct caused the injury or medical error, which directly caused the death. This proof is essential both to establish liability and to show the family that they have a sound claim worth pursuing and settling or litigating.
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Damages in a Wrongful-Death Case
- Lost wages, benefits, and earning capacity the deceased would have provided to the family over their remaining lifetime
- Cost of the funeral and burial, and any estate and probate expenses incurred as a result of the death
- Loss of household services, childcare, and other contributions the deceased made to the family's daily life
- Loss of society, companionship, love, and guidance that surviving family members suffer
- The deceased's pain and suffering from the time of injury until death, if applicable under a survival claim
- Punitive damages, if the defendant's conduct was reckless or malicious
We present these damages to insurance companies and, if necessary, to a jury at El Paso County Combined Courts to ensure your family receives fair recovery.
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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.
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Old Colorado City Wrongful death FAQ
Who can file a wrongful-death claim in Old Colorado City?
Colorado law specifies who may bring a wrongful-death claim—generally the spouse, children, or parents of the deceased, or the personal representative of the estate. The right to file depends on the family relationship and the circumstances of death. We review each case individually to confirm who has the legal right to proceed and when to file with the El Paso County Combined Courts.
How much time do we have to file a wrongful-death lawsuit?
Colorado wrongful-death law sets a deadline. Claims must be filed within two years. Because deadlines are case-specific, your family should contact us promptly for a detailed review. Waiting too long can result in losing the right to recover.
What losses can we recover in a wrongful-death case?
You may recover the deceased's lost wages and benefits, medical and funeral expenses, the value of household services they provided, and damages for the family's loss of companionship, guidance, and emotional support. In some cases, you can also pursue a survival claim for the deceased's pain and suffering before death. We document both economic and human losses to build your claim.
How much does it cost to hire McCormick & Murphy for a wrongful-death claim?
McCormick & Murphy handles wrongful-death claims on a contingency-fee basis. We earn an attorney fee only if your case is settled or won in court. You pay no upfront legal fee. Certain case costs—such as filing fees, records requests, and expert witnesses—are advanced by the firm and recovered separately from any settlement or judgment.
What happens if the death occurred on U.S. Highway 24 or another major road in Old Colorado City?
Traffic fatalities and highway incidents in the Old Colorado City area fall under El Paso County jurisdiction and may involve the Colorado Springs Police Department, the Colorado Department of Transportation, and municipal liability issues. We investigate the road conditions, traffic laws, vehicle maintenance, and driver conduct. Each case requires a careful review of the specific location and circumstances.
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