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Premises Liability Attorney

Premises Liability Attorney in Colorado Springs

In many cases where injuries occur on someone else’s property, victims are entitled to collect damages. These cases can involve anything from a simple trip on an uneven surface to more severe accidents, like those caused by fire or explosions. Whether the injury is minor or life-altering, the property owner may be held responsible if they failed to maintain safe conditions. It is important for victims to understand their rights and pursue the compensation they deserve.

In the most tragic circumstances, premises liability cases can result in catastrophic injuries or even wrongful death. Such outcomes are devastating for the victims and their families, leading to significant emotional and financial strain. Pursuing a premises liability claim in these situations is not just about securing compensation; it’s about holding the negligent party accountable and ensuring that justice is served.

Insurance companies often try to minimize their payout in premises liability cases, which is why having skilled legal representation is crucial. An experienced attorney can help navigate the complexities of these cases, ensuring that victims receive the full compensation they are entitled to. With the right legal support, victims can focus on their recovery while their attorney handles the legal battles on their behalf.

Colorado premises liability law determines the responsibilities of landowners by categorizing visitors to a property as a licensee, invitee or trespasser. In general, this means people who visit a commercial property to conduct business, or for reasons that benefit the property owner or tenant, are owed a higher duty of care than those who visit a private property. However, even private property owners have an obligation to protect visitors from known dangers, and to warn them of known risks. 

The wide range of scenarios in which property injuries can occur, make choosing an experienced Colorado Springs premises liability lawyer an important first step when it comes to protecting your rights. Early consultation with a premises liability law firm is critical in most cases, as property owners and tenants will often quickly move to correct a dangerous condition in the wake of injury, which can destroy evidence critical to proving your case. 

Common types of property injuries include: 

  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Stairwell injuries
  • Sidewalk injuries
  • Landlord liability
  • Parking lot injuries
  • Snow and ice injuries
  • Falling merchandise
  • Injuries resulting from poor lighting
  • Elevator/Escalator injuries
  • Negligent security
  • Swimming pool injuries
  • Dog bite injuries

Proving your case will likely require showing a property owner knew of the dangerous condition, or should have known about it. This may include previous accidents or near accidents, or showing that the danger existed for a long enough period of time that it should have been discovered and corrected through reasonable care and diligence. Eye witnesses and videotaped evidence can be key in such cases, which is yet another reason an independent investigation should be conducted by an experienced Colorado Springs premises liability attorney as soon as possible after an accident. 

Property Injury Claims in Colorado 

Colorado law determines a property owner’s responsibility to protect guests by categorizing them as an invitee, licensee, or trespasser. 

An invitee is invited to a property to conduct business for the benefit of the property owner. As such, he is owed the highest duty of care. An invitee may collect damages for injuries caused by a landowner’s failure to use reasonable care to protect against dangers he knew about, or should have known about.

A licensee is defined as a person who is on the property for the licensee’s own interests or convenience. A guest at a home is a licensee.

A licensee may collect damages for injuries caused by a property owner’s failure to use reasonable care regarding known dangers, or unreasonable failure to warn of existing dangers on a property.

A trespasser is someone who is on a property without permission. He is owed the lowest duty of care and may only collect damages for injuries that are willfully or deliberately caused by a property owner. An exception to this is the attractive nuisance doctrine, which holds property owners responsible for injuries to children lured onto a property in certain instances where: 

  • Landowner should have known a hazard was likely to draw trespassing children. 
  • The condition or object had the potential to result in serious harm to children.
  • The child was too young to understand the risks.
  • The cost to correct the hazard was minimal compared to the risks to children. 
  • Landowner failed to take reasonable steps to eliminate the risks. 

Determining Property Injury Liability in Colorado

An experienced Colorado Springs premises liability attorney must determine the duty of care owed to an injury victim and then identify all of the parties who may share liability for personal injury or wrongful death.

Those who may be held responsible for property injuries include: 

  • Property owners
  • Vendors
  • Tenants
  • Property managers
  • Contractors
  • Event organizers, planners or managers
  • Others responsible for maintenance, property conditions, or the safety of activities occurring on a property.

At Pribila and Fields PC, we pride ourselves in being a different kind of law firm. We are your partner in Colorado Springs, rooted in this community and dedicated to serving the legal needs of our neighbors. It is our mission to get results that are in our client’s best interests. Simply put, we will fight for what is fair for you, and for the compensation that you deserve.

Pribila and Fields PC, represents clients in personal injury and wrongful death litigation in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and the surrounding areas, including, Security-Widefield, City of Fountain, Cimarron Hills, Fort Carson, Black Forest, Woodmoor, City of Woodland Park, Stratmoor, Air Force Academy, Gleneagle, Town of Monument, City of Manitou Springs, Town of Palmer Lake, Cascade-Chipita Park, City of Cripple Creek, and Ellicott.

If you have been injured in an accident, contact the Colorado Springs premises liability lawyers at Pribila and Fields PC for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights. Call 719-888-3720.

Frequently Asked Questions

Premises liability covers a wide range of accidents including, but not limited to, slip and fall incidents, injuries from falling objects, swimming pool accidents, and injuries due to poor lighting or unsafe property conditions. If you've experienced any of these in Colorado Springs, our premises liability attorneys are here to help you understand your legal options.
Proving a premises liability claim involves demonstrating that the property owner was aware of the hazardous condition and failed to take appropriate action to mitigate the risk. Our experienced premises liability lawyers will help gather the necessary evidence, such as eyewitness statements and surveillance footage, to build a strong case on your behalf.
If you've been injured, it's important to document the scene, collect contact information from witnesses, and seek medical attention immediately. Then, reach out to us for a consultation. Our dedicated team of premises liability attorneys will review your case, advise you on your legal rights, and discuss the best path forward for seeking compensation.

Additional Resources in Colorado Springs, Colorado

City of Colorado Springs - Residential Accessory Structures and Uses : Detailed building codes and regulations in Colorado Springs, important for premises liability related to construction or maintenance issues.
El Paso County Government - Assessor: Useful for identifying property owners and understanding property boundaries in El Paso County, which is crucial in premises liability cases.
Colorado Revised Statutes - Actions Against Landowners: Comprehensive information on the legislative framework governing premises liability, including amendments and the definitions of different types of property entrants.
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