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Colorado Springs Snow and Ice Fall Lawyers
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Snow and Ice Claims in Colorado Springs
Colorado winters mean snow and ice on sidewalks, entrances, parking lots, and walkways across Colorado Springs. When a property owner's failure to manage that condition causes a fall, the case is analyzed under Colorado's premises liability statute, C.R.S. § 13‑21‑115. That law looks at the injured person's status on the property and what the landowner knew or should have known about the hazard.
Status matters. A customer walking into a store off Academy Boulevard or Powers Boulevard is often treated as an invitee, which carries a higher duty of care from the property owner. Someone crossing private property for their own purposes, without an invitation tied to the property's business, may be treated differently. We do not assign a status until we have the actual facts of how and where the fall happened.
The landowner's knowledge of the ice or snow is central to these claims. Did staff know the walkway was slick? Had anyone complained? Was the area plowed, salted, or otherwise addressed before the fall? These are the questions that shape whether a claim holds up.
What Helps Prove a Snow and Ice Claim
Photos of the ice or snow at the scene, taken as soon as possible, are some of the strongest evidence in these cases. Weather records showing recent snowfall, temperature swings, or freeze-thaw conditions around the time of the fall can help establish what conditions the property owner was facing. Evidence of whether the area was plowed, shoveled, or treated with ice melt, and any records of that maintenance, also matters.
How long the ice or snow had been there before the fall is often a contested point, and we do not assume a specific number of hours or days it needed to exist. Instead, we gather what is actually available: maintenance logs, witness accounts of when the area was last checked, and any prior complaints about the same spot. Every entrance, sidewalk, and parking lot has its own history, and that history is what we build the case around.
- Photograph the ice or snow before it melts or gets cleared
- Note whether the area looked plowed, salted, or untreated
- Get names of any witnesses nearby
- Report the fall to the property or store manager
- Seek medical attention and keep records of your treatment
Snow and Ice Falls Around Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs sees real winter weather, and property owners along Woodmen Road, in Briargate, and around Old Colorado City are expected to manage snow and ice on their walkways. We handle claims involving falls at store entrances, apartment complexes, office buildings, and parking lots throughout the area, including busy corridors like Powers Boulevard and Academy Boulevard.
If your fall required treatment at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital, we can help connect your medical records to the claim. We handle these cases through El Paso County Combined Courts when litigation is necessary, and our office at 929 W Colorado Ave is available for a free consultation to talk through what happened.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical bills for treatment of the fall injury
- Lost wages from time away from work
- Pain and suffering
- Future medical care if the injury requires ongoing treatment
- Out-of-pocket costs related to recovery
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Colorado Springs Snow and ice falls FAQ
Do I have to prove exactly how long the ice was there?
There is no set number of hours or days the ice must have existed for a claim to move forward. What matters is whether the property owner knew or should have known about the hazardous condition. We build that case using photos, weather records, and maintenance history rather than a fixed timeline.
Does it matter if I was a customer or just walking across the property?
Yes. Colorado's premises liability statute treats injured people differently depending on their status on the property, such as invitee versus other categories. A customer entering a business is often an invitee, but we do not assign that status without reviewing the actual facts of your visit.
What if the property was plowed but still icy?
Plowing or treating an area does not automatically clear a property owner of responsibility. We look at whether the plowing or treatment was adequate given the conditions, and whether ice remained or refroze after the work was done.
Can weather records really help my case?
Yes. Weather records showing recent snowfall, temperature changes, or freeze-thaw cycles around the time of your fall can support your account of the conditions. They also help establish what a property owner should reasonably have anticipated and addressed.
What should I do right after a slip on ice?
Take photos of the ice or snow as soon as you can, get contact information for any witnesses, and report the fall to the property owner or manager. Seek medical attention promptly and keep records, then reach out to us for a free consultation to review your options.
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