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Colorado Springs Child Premises Injury Lawyers
Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers for families after a child is hurt in Colorado Springs. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Colorado Springs Child Premises Injury Lawyers for Families
McCormick & Murphy are Colorado Springs 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 is not automatically treated as an invitee just because they are a child. Colorado law still looks at why the child was on the property and the relationship between the child, the parent, and the property owner. We do not assume a particular age changes that analysis, and we do not invent a cutoff that does not exist.
A pool, trampoline, or piece of play equipment is simply a fact about the property, not automatic proof that the owner is liable. What matters is whether the owner knew or should have known the condition posed a danger and whether they took reasonable steps in response. We build that case fact by fact rather than assuming liability from the presence of the hazard alone.
Because the injured person is a minor, a parent or guardian may need to manage the claim on the child's behalf. The court process for handling a minor's claim has its own requirements, and we walk families through what that involves step by step rather than guessing at procedure.
What We Preserve After a Child Is Hurt on Someone's Property
We want to know where the injury happened, what the child was doing at the time, and who was supervising or present. Photos of the pool, trampoline, play equipment, or other condition, taken as close to the incident as possible, are valuable. So are the names of any adults or other children who saw what happened.
Medical records from wherever the child was treated, including UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital, help establish the nature of the injury. If a fall caused a head injury, that may overlap with a brain-injury claim, and we address those cases in more detail on our brain-injury page rather than repeating that analysis here.
Investigating Colorado Springs Child Premises Injuries & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers for families after a child is hurt on someone else's property. We file in El Paso County Combined Courts and preserve evidence from backyard pools, trampolines, and play equipment throughout the Powers Boulevard, Academy Boulevard, and Woodmen Road corridors.
- 60+ Years Combined Experience: We build child premises cases fact by fact, showing whether the property owner knew or should have known about a danger and failed to act reasonably. Because the injured person is a minor, a parent or guardian may need to manage the claim on the child's behalf, and we walk families through the court process step by step.
- 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.
Critical evidence to preserve after a child is hurt on someone else's property in Colorado Springs. This checklist is grounded in what Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers actually use to build cases in El Paso County Combined Courts.
- Photos of the exact condition that caused the injury — Photograph the pool, trampoline, play equipment, or other property condition as close to the incident as possible, before anything changes.
- Medical records from all treatment locations — Keep records from wherever the child was treated, including UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital, to establish the nature and extent of the injury.
- Written account of what the child remembers — Write down what the child recalls about the incident while the memory is fresh, including what they were doing at the time.
- Witness contact information and statements — Get the names and contact information of any adults or other children who saw what happened, and document what they observed.
- Property owner or resident contact information — Obtain identifying and contact information for the property owner or resident responsible for the premises.
- Details about who was supervising or present — Document who was present when the injury occurred, including any adults responsible for supervision at the time.
- Records showing the relationship to the property — Preserve evidence of why the child was on the property and the relationship between the child, parent, and property owner, as Colorado law evaluates status based on these facts.
- Documentation of follow-up care and daily impact — Keep records of all follow-up medical appointments and document how the injury affected the child's daily activities during recovery.
- Travel and out-of-pocket expense receipts — Save receipts for travel and other out-of-pocket costs tied to treatment and medical care.
- Evidence of property owner knowledge or notice — Gather any facts showing whether the owner knew or should have known the condition posed a danger and what steps they took in response.
- Documentation if head injury or brain injury occurred — If the fall caused a head injury, preserve specific medical records and imaging, as this may overlap with a brain-injury claim requiring additional considerations.
- Avoid recorded statements before legal consultation — Do not give a recorded statement to the property owner's insurer before speaking with Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers.
These evidence steps reflect what Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers actually preserve when handling claims in El Paso County Combined Courts. Because the injured person is a minor, court procedures apply to how the claim is managed. McCormick & Murphy's Colorado Springs office is at 929 W Colorado Ave. Free consultation. Call (719) 389-0400.
After a Fall, Assault, or Injury on Property Near Powers or Academy Boulevard
We see these cases arise at homes and rental properties throughout the area, from Briargate to Old Colorado City and along the Powers Boulevard, Academy Boulevard, and Woodmen Road corridors. Backyard pools, trampolines, and play structures are common in these neighborhoods, and so are the disputes over who was responsible for keeping them safe.
When a claim involving a minor needs to go through El Paso County Combined Courts, we guide the family through what that process requires. Our office is at 929 W Colorado Ave in Colorado Springs, and we meet with parents to talk through the specifics of what happened to their child.
Reduced Daily Activities and What Your Child's Claim May Cover
- Medical treatment and follow-up care costs
- Future medical needs related to the injury
- Pain and suffering experienced by the child
- Travel and out-of-pocket costs tied to treatment
- Impact on the child's daily activities during recovery
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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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.
El Paso County jury verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Is a Property Owner Automatically Liable If My Child Got Hurt?
Do I need Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers after an injury?
Call Colorado Springs child premises injury lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The Colorado Springs office is at 929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905.
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 trampoline is just a fact about the property. We still have to show the owner knew or should have known about a danger and failed to act reasonably.
Does my child's age determine whether they were an invitee?
Not automatically. Status depends on the reason the child was on the property and the surrounding circumstances, not a fixed age. We look at the specific facts of each situation.
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. There are court procedures that apply to a minor's claim, and we help families understand what steps are required.
My child hit their head in the fall. Does that change the claim?
It might. A head injury from a fall can overlap with a brain-injury claim, which involves its own considerations. We cover that in more detail on our brain-injury page and can discuss whether it applies to your child's situation.
What should I do first after my child is hurt on someone else's property in Colorado Springs?
Get medical care for your child and keep the records. Then photograph the property condition and gather witness information as soon as you can, before talking with the property owner's insurer.
Nearest McCormick & Murphy office
Colorado Springs — Downtown
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