Negligence Attorneys in Denver
In our complex and interconnected world, accidents and mishaps can occur unexpectedly, often resulting in physical, emotional, or financial harm to individuals. When such harm is caused by someone’s failure to exercise reasonable care, a legal concept known as “negligence” comes into play. Negligence claims are an essential aspect of personal injury law, providing a means for individuals to seek compensation for the damages they have suffered due to the carelessness or recklessness of others.
Product Liability
Refers to a company’s failure to meet the legal standard of care in the manufacturing or design of a product. The law requires that manufacturers take reasonable steps to ensure that their products are safe for consumers.
Medical Malpractice
The doctor was negligent and his or her actions fell below the standard of care.
Failure to Supervise
When someone who has a legal responsibility to supervise others fails to do so in a responsible manner. This can include a wide range of supervisors, including babysitters, daycare providers, teachers, camp counselors, coaches, nannies, and church youth group leaders.
Frequently Asked Questions
The stakes in a civil case are monetary in nature; generally no one is going to jail in a civil case. Because civil cases are about money the burden of proof is lower than in a criminal case where someone may lose their freedom. Contrary to a criminal case where the standard is “beyond a reasonable doubt,” in a civil case the outcome is determined by a “preponderance of the evidence.” Think of it this way: if the “beyond a reasonable doubt” is 95% certainty, then “preponderance of the evidence” is 51% certainty. Keep in mind that in some scenarios following a car crash it is possible the at fault driver may have a criminal and civil case, i.e. if the person was driving under the influence and caused a crash.
The right to a jury trial in a civil case is not an absolute right guaranteed in all situations. However, in the United States the right to a jury trial in civil cases is protected by law under certain circumstances.
Colorado is a tort state which means the at-fault insurance company is responsible for medical expenses, but they generally do not have to pay bills until the end of the claim. Like most things involving the law, there are exceptions to this rule. Best practice is usually to have your health insurance cover the bills up front, and have the auto insurance reimburse them later. If you don’t have health insurance things get more difficult. The good news here is that there are excellent local doctors that will agree to treat the uninsured in exchange for an agreement that their bill eventually will get paid by the auto insurance down the road.
In cases of negligence, compensation, also known as damages, is awarded to the injured party to help them recover their losses and be made whole again to the best extent possible. The types of compensation available for negligence can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the case.
Yes, you may be able to make a claim against your doctor for negligence if you believe that he or she has provided substandard medical care that resulted in harm or injury to you. However, making a medical negligence claim can be a complex and challenging process. For any potential medical malpractice claim it is essential to consult with an experienced attorney.
ATTORNEY MICHAEL BORN
Michael has represented well over a thousand injury victims in his career. He has litigated 500 court cases. He has tried cases in counties all over Colorado. He has briefed and argued appeals in the appellate courts. This experience ultimately led to him leaving the big firm life to form Born & McCaffrey in order to provide a more client centered and personal representation than a large law firm is able to provide. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]
Born and Mccaffrey did a spectacular job handling my case. I was completely unequipped to handle anything of this sort on my own and Michael did an amazing job at communicating to me what exactly was happening during each step of the process while making sure I was well prepared. I feel so much better having this all behind me and can’t thank the firm enough for their countless hours of work and negotiation on my behalf. — A. Hernandez
I recently had the opportunity to work with my attorney on a car accident case, and I am incredibly impressed with the outcome. Overall, I would highly recommend my attorney Peter to anyone in need of legal assistance for a car accident. Their professionalism, dedication, and knowledge made a challenging situation much more manageable, and I am grateful for their hard work and commitment to my case. — V. Cano
Mr. Born has been great with my case from the first phone call! Very knowledgeable and prompt when returning calls with answers to my questions. I never felt like I was just another case; he provided individualized care and gave me the information I needed to know the next steps to assure the best result for my injuries! — J. Cruz
I had an accident about almost a year ago and the fault insurance didn’t want to pay the entire bill. It’s been amazing working with them I really didn’t have to worry about a thing. Got everything settled and didn’t have to pay anything out of my pocket. Thank you very much to these gentleman!! — A. Gomez
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