Boulder County · Snow and ice falls
Superior Snow and Ice Fall Lawyers
Superior snow and ice fall injuries: free consultation, no attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Snow and Ice Falls in Superior
Snow and ice on a sidewalk, entrance, or walkway is a property condition claim in Colorado, and it is analyzed under C.R.S. § 13‑21‑115. That statute looks at who was on the property and what the landowner knew or should have known about the condition.
Your status matters. A customer walking into a business along McCaslin Boulevard or a shop near U.S. Highway 36 is often treated as an invitee, which generally means the landowner owes a higher duty to address known hazards. Someone crossing private property for another reason may be treated differently, and we do not assign a status until we have the facts of how and why you were there.
Landowner knowledge is central to these claims. We look at whether the property owner or manager knew about the ice, should have known about it, or created the condition through inadequate plowing or treatment, then failed to act.
Building the Case
Strong evidence in a snow and ice case includes photos of the exact spot where you fell, taken as soon as possible, along with weather records showing recent snowfall, freezing temperatures, or thawing and refreezing. We also look at whether the area was plowed, salted, or treated at all, and whether that work was done poorly or not at the right spots, such as entrances along Rock Creek Parkway or walkways near Marshall Road.
How long the ice had been there is part of the analysis, but we do not put a number of hours or days on it here. Instead we gather maintenance logs, employee schedules, surveillance footage if it exists, and witness accounts to show what the property owner knew and when.
- Photos of the ice or snow patch, including surrounding conditions
- The shoes and clothing you were wearing at the time
- Names and contact information of any witnesses
- Records or notes on recent weather in the Superior area
- Any incident report filed with the property or business
Handling Your Case Near Superior
Superior sits along the U.S. Highway 36 corridor between Louisville and Broomfield, with retail and business areas along McCaslin Boulevard and residential stretches near Rock Creek Parkway and Marshall Road. Winter falls in this area often happen at store entrances, parking lots, or sidewalks that see heavy foot traffic during storms and freeze-thaw cycles.
If your fall requires treatment, AdventHealth Avista in Louisville is a nearby option. Claims arising in Superior are typically handled through Boulder County courts, including the Boulder County Justice Center, and our office in Denver represents clients throughout this area.
What You Can Recover
- Medical expenses related to the fall
- Lost income from time away from work
- Pain and suffering
- Costs of ongoing treatment or rehabilitation
- Property damage, such as a broken phone or damaged clothing
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Superior — and read client testimonials.
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.
Superior Snow and ice falls FAQ
Do I have to prove the ice was there for a certain amount of time?
Colorado law looks at whether the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard, not a fixed time period. We gather weather data, maintenance records, and witness accounts to show what the owner knew and when they knew it.
What if I was not a customer of the business where I fell?
Your legal status on the property affects the duty the owner owed you, and it depends on the specific facts of your visit. We review those details before determining how your case should be classified.
Does it matter if the property was plowed or salted?
Yes. Whether and how the area was treated, and whether that treatment was adequate, is often central evidence in these claims. Poor or incomplete snow removal can support a claim that the owner failed to address a known hazard.
What should I do right after a fall in Superior?
Take photos of the area, note the weather conditions, get contact information for any witnesses, and report the fall to the property owner or manager if possible. Seeking medical care promptly also helps document your injuries.
Where would my case be handled?
Snow and ice fall claims arising in Superior are typically handled through Boulder County courts, including the Boulder County Justice Center. We represent clients throughout the area from our Denver office.
Discuss a Superior premises injury
Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.