See Our Case Results
The Tenge Law Firm, LLC has represented numerous injured clients over the years, and we’re dedicated to delivering the best possible results for each individual client. Our personal injury attorneys have negotiated settlements with reasonable property owners and insurance companies, we have resolved our clients’ cases through alternative dispute resolution techniques, and we have prepared for trial when negotiations proved unproductive. Each premises liability case is different, and we can’t guarantee any specific outcomes, but we can share our case results to demonstrate some of our past successes:
- $675,000: an older woman tripped and fell due to a hazard encountered while shopping. She underwent surgery and spent six weeks in an inpatient facility. The retailer initially denied liability, but we eventually settled the case.
- $1,050,000: a truck driver rear-ended our client’s car, causing a serious back injury. Our client endured hospitalizations, surgery, and disabilities that decreased his work capacity. We settled for the negligent driver’s policy limits.
- $1,350,000: another vehicle struck our client head-on. The severe impact injured her ankle, foot, and leg, requiring surgical repairs. We settled for the limits of three policies under which the defendant had liability coverage.
Over $50M Recovered in the Past Seven Years
At the Tenge Law Firm LLC, our goal is to achieve the best possible result for our clients as soon as possible. Each case and each client is different, so we work directly with clients to meet their needs for medical care and personal situations. We have enjoyed great success, with exceedingly high client satisfaction, using this approach.
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$3,250,000 Rollover auto accident involving defective roof and serious injuries
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$1,500,000 Tire blowout on I-70 causing serious injuries
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$1,475,000 Auto accident with head, neck and back injuries
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$1,350,000 Auto accident with orthopedic injuries to foot, ankle, and leg
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$1,250,000 Wrongful Death
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$1,250,000 Lower Leg Orthopedic Injury Resulting in Surgery
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$1,100,000 Construction site accident
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$1,050,000 Trucking accident with low back injuries
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$1,025,000 Motorcycle accident resulting in traumatic brain injury and orthopedic injuries
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$950,000 Car accident with brain injury and orthopedic injuries
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$750,000 Policy Limits – Low speed auto accident leading to minor stroke
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$533,000 Trial Verdict - Client hit by airborne patio umbrella with facial scar and concussion.
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$450,000 Pedestrian hit by car
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$300,000 Four-car accident resulting in vertebral fracture and facial injuries
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$200,000 Auto accident with facial injuries
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$120,000 Slip-and-fall at fast food restaurant
Hundreds of 5-star Reviews. Exceptional Results
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"They were extremely responsive and answered my questions very well."
Paige and Nina were a delight to work with. They were extremely responsive and answered my questions very well. They made me feel like I was in good hands and could trust them!
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"They treated me like family"
Todd, Liz and Nina were amazing. They handled my case very professionally. I recommend this law firm to anyone looking for a great firm. They treated me like family
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"Everyone is extremely nice & very efficient"
I highly recommend this law firm! They take care of everything in a timely manner & alleviate any harassment while you recover from injuries. Everyone is extremely nice & very efficient...if you need an attorney, Tenge Law is the place to go!
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"Would highly recommend to anyone!!"
Tenge Law Firm helped me out when I was in a accident that involved my whole family. They were great and fast with the entire process, and were awesome at keeping me updated throughout the entire process. Would highly recommend to anyone!!
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"Definitely made it a stress-free experience"
Brenda was my attorney. She was amazing, helped me through the whole process. Definitely made it a stress-free experience, especially after going through something so traumatic! Was extremely attentive and always kept me updated on how my case was going! I would 1000% recommend them to everyone and anyone!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
- Zitlaly O.
Common Premises Liability Issues
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) “Important Facts About Falls” reveals that each year, 800,000 people seek emergency treatment for injuries caused by falls. One out of every four older adults falls each year, and falls cause 95% of the 300,000 hip fractures that hospitalize older adults annually. Falls are also the leading factor in traumatic brain injuries.
Other types of premises liability accidents also cause serious, catastrophic, and even fatal injuries. WISQAR, the CDC’s injury reporting database, tracks a range of accident statistics. Unintentional falls, fires, inhalation, struck-by incidents, and assaults are among the top ten non-fatal injury-causing events in the country. According to the statistics, drownings and falls also cause a high number of fatalities, and safety violations by employers and/or property owners also contribute to significant injuries. Such violations may include:
- Inadequate safety and security measures
- Poorly maintained and lighted stairways
- Poorly maintained amusement park rides
- Inadequate swimming pool safety
- Unsafe diving boards and slides
- Defective handrails
- Inadequate snow and ice removal
- Unsafe retail merchandise displays
- Poorly maintained and cleaned floors
- Inadequate lighting
- Poorly maintained elevators and escalators
- Damaged sidewalks and pavement
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Reviews
When our clients are happy, they say so. Whether we’re being described for how well we communicate, our responsiveness, or the quality of our service, we’re consistently rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by those we represent.
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Ratings
As an industry leader in the field of personal injury, we're proud to maintain a superb 10.0 out of 10.0 rating on AVVO.com, have a preeminent AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and have recently been awarded Client Champion Platinum status from Lawyers.com.
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Results
In the last ten years, we've recovered $50 million on behalf of our clients. Our motto is simple - You do what you need to do physically recover, and we'll handle the rest.
What Are the Potential Premises Liability Injuries?
Falls are the leading cause of property-related serious and catastrophic injuries. The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center’s data shows that falls cause 31 percent of all spinal cord injuries, and violence causes 13.8 percent. Furthermore, statistics from the National Data and Statistical Center show that falls caused 29 percent of all brain injuries, and violence causes 11 percent. Falls are just one cause of accidents that may involve premises liability law; the injuries from such accidents vary, but may include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries with paralysis
- Hip fractures
- Drownings
- Asphyxiations
- Burns
- Chemical burns
- Fatal injuries
Who Can Be at Fault?
Under Colorado law, property owners have a duty to keep their property safe. While that is the basic premise of the law, it can be complicated to determine actual liability at trial. According to Colorado premises liability laws, the term “landowner” is broadly defined to include a person who is:
- An authorized agent
- In possession of the property
- Responsible for activities conducted on the property
- Responsible for the property’s condition
Under this definition of landowner, a building manager, leasing agent, maintenance company, security firm, or anyone else entrusted to run or care for property can potentially be held responsible for any injuries that occur on the property. The duties a landowner owes visitors under Colorado law vary, depending on the injured person’s status while they’re on the premises. A visitor may be classified as:
- An invitee: a guest who has been invited on to the property, such as a customer. A landowner owes an invitee reasonable care to protect them against hazards.
- A licensee: an individual on the property with the owner’s permission, but for the individual’s own benefit. Landowners owe licensees reasonable care concerning hazards the owner creates, and to warn of known hazards that may be unique to the property.
- A trespasser: a person who doesn’t have permission to be on the property. The landowner owes only a duty to not deliberately harm a trespasser.
Types of Damages a Victim Might Recover
Premises liability claims usually involve the potential to recover both economic damages and general damages. Economic damages are based on out-of-pocket expenses that the injured person actually incurred, or expects to incur, such as:
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Medical expenses
- Prescription drug costs
- Prosthetics and mobility devices
- Physical therapy
- Medical transportation costs
- Costs for care and household services
General damages, on the other hand, are difficult to evaluate, as they consider the injured person’s subjective personal feelings. At the Tenge Law Firm, LLC, we have experience securing general damages for our clients. In establishing an argument for general damages, we often discuss our client’s feelings and emotions. To assess how their injuries and disabilities have affected their lives, we consider the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of consortium
- Inability to care for family
- Loss of bodily functions
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Permanent disabilities
In the rare case where a defendant’s conduct goes beyond negligence, such as intentionally harming the victim, a court might also award punitive damages.
In What Ways Do Those Responsible Try to Avoid Paying Damages?
Colorado law clearly requires property owners to maintain and secure their property. Despite this responsibility, property owners and their insurance companies often refuse to negotiate or offer a reasonable settlement amount. Defendants in premise liability cases frequently cite several defenses in an effort to avoid paying an injured person, including:
- Comparative negligence: if the defendant proves that the injured person was more than 50% negligent in causing his or her own injuries, the defendant can avoid paying damages. To accomplish this, they may allege that the injured person suffered from vision problems, was wearing improper footwear, or struggled with sobriety issues. Even if an injured person is found to be 49% or less responsible for any injuries, this percentage of negligence may reduce the final settlement amount.
- No negligence: defendants often try to prove that they did not act negligently. If they’re successful, they may not be required to pay anything.
- Plaintiff is a trespasser or licensee: as a property owner owes a higher duty of care to an invitee, defendants often try to establish that the injured person was either a licensee or a trespasser, rather than an invitee.
- Injury dispute: defendants may try to reduce the injured person’s damages award by denying that the injuries occurred on their property or disputing the severity of the injuries.
How Much Does a Premises Liability Lawyer Cost?
If you or a loved one was injured on someone else’s property in Boulder or the surrounding area, you should contact the Tenge Law Firm, LLC immediately to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced Boulder premises liability attorneys. We will discuss the events that caused your injuries and determine if we can help you. Our firm never charges our clients fees unless we settle their case or win a court verdict.
Contact Our Boulder Premises Liability Attorneys Today
If you or your family member was injured on someone else’s property, we want to help. Premises liability accidents may involve serious injuries and can get complex once the insurance companies become involved. The economic and personal losses from such an incident may last a lifetime. The Tenge Law Firm, LLC works hard to hold Boulder commercial and private property owners responsible for preventable injuries that occur on their property.
Contact us today at (303) 219-7377 or complete our online contact form to schedule your free consultation.
