Colorado Springs Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Colorado Springs, the second-largest city in Colorado, is home to a growing elderly population and approximately 30 licensed nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities serving El Paso County and the surrounding Pikes Peak region. The city’s large military retiree community, drawn by the proximity to Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, and the United States Air Force Academy, means that many nursing home residents are veterans who deserve the highest standard of care.
Unfortunately, staffing shortages and corporate cost-cutting affect Colorado Springs nursing homes just as they do facilities nationwide. If your loved one has suffered harm in a Colorado Springs nursing home, Your Insurance Attorney has a local office ready to help. We are located at 90 South Cascade Ave., Suite 1200, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Call 877-755-5677 for a free consultation.
Our firm has spent nearly four decades holding nursing home corporations accountable nationwide. We have recovered millions of dollars for families whose loved ones were harmed by preventable abuse and neglect, and we have testified before the Florida Legislature and before Congress advocating for stronger nursing home regulations. When a Colorado Springs nursing home harms your family member, we bring that depth of experience to your case.
Local Nursing Home Conditions in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs nursing homes are regulated and inspected by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Inspection data for El Paso County facilities reveals recurring citations in areas including staffing adequacy, particularly during overnight and weekend shifts, fall prevention protocol compliance, infection control measures, medication administration practices, and care plan documentation.
The region’s high altitude, approximately 6,035 feet above sea level, presents unique challenges for elderly care. Dehydration risk is elevated, respiratory conditions can be exacerbated, and medication metabolism may be affected. Nursing homes in the Colorado Springs area have a heightened duty to account for these altitude-related factors in their care plans.
Colorado Law Governing Colorado Springs Nursing Home Cases
Colorado Springs nursing home abuse cases are governed by the same Colorado statutes discussed on our Colorado nursing home abuse lawyer page. The Nursing Home Bill of Rights (C.R.S. § 25.5-6-204) provides foundational protections, the two-year statute of limitations applies to personal injury and wrongful death claims, and Colorado’s noneconomic damages cap of approximately $729,790 limits certain categories of recovery while leaving economic damages uncapped.
Punitive damages are available in cases involving willful and wanton misconduct and are generally limited to the amount of actual damages awarded.
Types of Nursing Home Abuse in Colorado Springs
Our Colorado Springs attorneys handle the full range of nursing home abuse and neglect cases.
Bedsores and Pressure Injuries
Pressure ulcers are among the most common indicators of neglect in Colorado Springs nursing homes. The region’s dry, high-altitude climate accelerates skin breakdown, making proper repositioning, nutrition, and skin care protocols even more critical. Our attorneys have extensive experience proving that advanced-stage bedsores are the result of facility negligence rather than unavoidable medical conditions.
Falls and Fractures
Falls resulting in hip fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal injuries are frequently preventable through proper risk assessment, bed alarms, adequate staffing during transfers, and environmental modifications. When a Colorado Springs nursing home fails to implement these basic safeguards, the resulting injuries may constitute actionable negligence.
Dehydration and Altitude-Related Neglect
At 6,035 feet, Colorado Springs’ elevation significantly increases fluid requirements for elderly residents. Nursing homes in the area must proactively monitor hydration, increase fluid intake assistance, and adjust care plans for altitude-related risks including exacerbated respiratory conditions and altered medication metabolism. Failure to do so is a form of neglect.
Medication Errors and Infections
Understaffing contributes to medication errors including wrong dosages, missed doses, and dangerous drug interactions. Infections, particularly UTIs, wound infections, and pneumonia, can progress rapidly to sepsis when hygiene protocols are not followed and treatment is delayed.
Compensation for Colorado Springs Nursing Home Victims
- Medical expenses related to injuries caused by abuse or neglect
- Pain and suffering (subject to Colorado’s noneconomic damages cap of ~$729,790)
- Emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages including funeral costs, loss of companionship, and lost financial support
- Punitive damages for willful and wanton conduct
Our Colorado Springs Office
Your Insurance Attorney’s Colorado Springs office is located at 90 South Cascade Ave., Suite 1200, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. We serve families throughout El Paso County, Teller County, Pueblo County, and the broader Pikes Peak region.
Our attorneys, Nathan P. Carter, Michael A. Mandeville, Brian C. Guppenberger, and Joshua A. Machlus, bring nearly four decades of nursing home litigation experience to every case. All cases are handled on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
If a loved one has been harmed in a Colorado Springs nursing home, call Your Insurance Attorney at 877-755-5677 for a free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I report nursing home abuse in Colorado Springs?
Contact the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Health Facilities Division or Colorado Adult Protective Services at 1-844-264-5437. You can also contact the El Paso County Department of Human Services.
Does Colorado Springs’ altitude affect nursing home care?
Yes. At approximately 6,035 feet, Colorado Springs’ altitude increases dehydration risk, can exacerbate respiratory conditions, and may affect medication metabolism. Nursing homes must account for these factors in care plans for elderly residents.
How long do I have to file a nursing home abuse lawsuit in Colorado Springs?
Colorado’s statute of limitations is two years from the date of injury or death. Contact an attorney as soon as you suspect abuse or neglect to preserve evidence and protect your rights.
Are there special protections for veteran nursing home residents in Colorado Springs?
Veterans in private nursing homes have the same legal protections as all residents under Colorado’s Nursing Home Bill of Rights. Additionally, veterans may be eligible for VA benefits that can help cover the cost of long-term care, and our attorneys can help families understand these options.
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