The bottom line of understanding how premises liability in Colorado works is simply that a property owner is responsible for maintaining safe conditions for visitors. Sometimes, dangerous conditions such as wet floors, loose handrails, or poorly lit walkways can spell disaster for the unsuspecting person — especially if there’s no warning.
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Failure to address these issues could result in a person or business being held legally accountable for any injuries that occur. At Schofield & Green Law, our premises liability lawyers understand the complexities of these cases and are committed to holding negligent property owners accountable to win fair compensation for you.
Navigating a premises liability claim can be challenging, especially when facing insurance companies determined to minimize your compensation. Know that you have options when you partner with Schofield & Green Law, where our premises liability attorney services commit to always putting people at the heart of everything we do.
With years of experience in premises liability cases, Schofield & Green Law understands what it takes to build a strong claim and pursue maximum compensation. We develop a personalized legal strategy with support, guidance, and clear communication to ensure you feel valued and supported throughout the process of:
When you’ve been injured on someone else’s property, you need more than just legal guidance; you need someone who will stand up for your rights and help you reclaim control of your life. Andrea Schofield is an experienced premises liability attorney who brings both skill and compassion to every case she handles.
Andrea understands how unexpected and life-altering an injury can be, especially when it results from someone else’s negligence. Whether you’ve suffered from a slip and fall, dog bite, or inadequate security, she’s here to listen, investigate thoroughly, and hold property owners accountable. Her client-focused approach ensures that your needs are prioritized, your voice is heard, and your case is handled with the diligence it deserves.
With Andrea in your corner, you’ll have an advocate who is committed to helping you secure the compensation and closure you need to move forward.
Colorado’s premises liability statute treats visitors differently depending on their status. An invitee (like a customer in a store) is owed the highest duty of care. A licensee (a social guest, for example) is owed a somewhat lower duty. Your status on the property affects what you need to prove, which is exactly why it helps to have an attorney review the specifics of your case.
Yes, though these cases can feel uncomfortable to pursue. In most situations, the claim is actually filed against the homeowner’s insurance policy rather than the individual personally, which is how most of these cases work in practice. We can walk you through what that looks like before you decide how to proceed.
Yes, but these claims come with much shorter notice deadlines, often as little as 182 days, and additional procedural requirements under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act. If your injury happened on public property, it’s important to speak with an attorney immediately so you don’t miss a critical deadline.
Temporary hazards can still support a claim if the property owner or an employee knew, or reasonably should have known, about the danger and failed to address it within a reasonable time. How quickly the hazard was cleaned up, and whether warning signs were posted, are both important pieces of evidence.
Potentially, yes, if inadequate security contributed to the incident. Property owners have a duty to provide reasonable security measures, like adequate lighting or working locks, particularly in areas with a history of crime. These cases require proving the owner knew of the risk and failed to take reasonable precautions.
Not knowing isn’t automatically a defense. Colorado law also considers whether the owner should have known about the hazard through reasonable inspection. We investigate maintenance records, prior complaints, and how long the hazard likely existed to challenge claims of ignorance.
