Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Resources in Colorado

Finding the right community support can help you with the physical and emotional needs that come with being the victim of an accident. There are resources for victims, caretakers and the whole family. Until you’re ready to share your story with us, our Elite Litigation Group has compiled some of the groups and resources in the Denver area that can help you start to rebuild.

Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Resources in Colorado

Suffering a personal injury or suddenly losing a loved one in an accident is devastating for all those involved. There are several challenges ahead, which can feel overwhelming. Handling your legal claim is an essential part of moving forward, but there are other ways to help you and your family heal after a life-altering injury or death.

Why Choose the Elite Litigation Group for Your Catastrophic Injury or Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

The sudden and unexpected death of a family member or suddenly being confronted with a catastrophic injury changes life in an instant and raises many important questions about what has happened and about what to do next.

Our Elite Litigation Group will take immediate action to get real answers for your family about what happened to your loved one. We mobilize experts to secure and preserve important evidence and initiate an independent investigation on your behalf. At the same time, our Elite Litigation Group will serve as a resource and anchor for your family advising you about your constitutional rights as a crime victim and about the various government, insurance, financial and community resources that may be available to your family based upon the individualized needs and specific circumstances. Our team will help your family navigate all aspects of a sudden loss or catastrophic injury and will serve as very powerful advocates for your rights every step of the way!

Consultation is free, there’s no hourly fees or upfront expenses.

Aurora – Children’s Hospital Brain Injury Support Group

Children’s Hospital Brain Injury Support Groups serve children and teenagers with various medical challenges, including brain injuries. The group provides education, access to resources and shared information for families. An intake is required before attending a meeting.

Rocky Mountain Sibs

Rock Mountain Sibs is a group for siblings of children with a variety of special needs. The group teaches children to express their needs and build skills to help them with the unique challenges of having a sibling with special needs. The group aims to help siblings of all ages, including adults. Sibs in the City is a program specifically for adults with disabled siblings.

The Hangout

This group is geared towards brain and spinal cord injury survivors and their families. Participants meet to socialize, find resources, share information and build skills. Group meetings take place in Denver and Englewood.

Outdoor Mindset

Outdoor Mindset seeks to improve the quality of life for those with neurological challenges through access to the outdoors. Meetup groups are available, as well as scholarships to participate in outdoor activities.

Aurora – Familias en’ Acción Grupo de Apoyo

This is a support group for Hispanic and Spanish-speaking people with physical challenges and differences. Family and friends are welcome, too.

Denver Central Brain Injury Support Group

Various support groups are targeted towards survivors of brain injury and family members and other individuals providing support for injured victims. The groups meet once monthly. Choose the group most appropriate for your circumstances.

The Collective Integrated Behavioral Health

There are a variety of group counseling topics available through Collective Integrated Behavioral Health. Grief and loss, as well as trauma recovery groups, may help individuals and their families who have suffered because of a personal injury accident.

Caretaker Fatigue Support Group

A supportive group environment for caregivers of people with challenges is important. The group aims to empower individuals with the skills they need for success, whether they are short-term or long-term caregivers.

People House

People House offers affordable counseling programs for adults and children. People House aims to remove the financial barrier that often prevents people from getting the help they need. Counseling is available on a sliding scale, beginning at just $20. It is primarily intended for individuals with an income of less than $50,000.

BikerDown

BikerDown is a resource for victims of motorcycle accidents. The group provides emotional support, financial assistance and even medical equipment.

Angel Eyes

The Angel Eyes organization helps Colorado families after a sudden and unexpected death of an infant or child. Bereavement couseling, support groups, peer connections and community referrals are free for those grieving the loss of a child.

Judi’s House

Children can be hit hard by the loss of a loved one. Judi’s House helps grieving children and their families after the death of someone important in their lives.

HeartLight Center

HeartLight Center in Denver offers a range of grief support groups and education programs for those grieving the loss of a loved one, including the loss of a spouse, partner or parent.

UCHealth

UCHealth offers a list of bereavement groups that can help grieving Colorado families find support after a sudden death.

Death and Loss Support Groups in Denver

The City of Denver’s official website shares a list of local grief and support groups for those who have lost someone due to various causes.

Connect for Health Colorado

Connect for Health Colorado is the State of Colorado’s official health insurance marketplace. See what plans you might qualify for and find answers to frequently asked questions.

Resources for Individuals Injured at Work

There are a variety of worker’s compensation resources that may assist you. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment provides information for filing and completing worker’s compensation claims. The U.S. The Department of Labor Workers Compensation Programs provides resources if you are injured on the job.

Colorado Department of Human Services

The Colorado Department of Human Services is the starting point for financial resources through the State of Colorado. There are a variety of programs that the injured party and their family may qualify for, including:

Medicaid
Cash assistance
Housing assistance
Food benefits
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Social Security Disability Insurance
Supplemental Security Income

Colorado has special programs to help individuals with disabilities. The Colorado Department of Human Services is the place to explore qualifications and apply for these programs.

Legal Advocacy After a Personal Injury or Wrongful Death

Strong and compassionate legal support during this difficult time can help you get the financial relief you need and deserve after a personal injury or wrongful death. The Legal Elite Group at Bachus & Schanker, LLC, knows nothing can change what happened, but we are ready to help you rebuild.

We work exclusively with victims of catastrophic injuries and families of wrongful death, so we know which steps to take to hold the responsible parties accountable. We’re here for you. Contact our experienced Colorado injury attorneys to learn how we can work together.

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Client Stories

Medical Malpractice

$27,000,000

Our client’s child suffers from permanent brain damage as a result of inadequate care while in the care of a hospital.

Defective Medical Device

$21,000,000

Our client underwent a common hip replacement surgery but was implanted with a defective product that required multiple revision surgeries that ultimately destroyed the hip joint and caused significant permanent physical disability.

Pedestrian Struck by Car

$12,000,000

Our client was a pedestrian that was struck by a motor vehicle and suffered a serious brain injury

Bicyclist Hit by Car

$8,000,000

The Elite Litigation Group was hired to protect the rights of a bicyclist that suffered a spinal injury after being hit by a car.

Commercial Truck Collision

$5,250,000

The victim suffered multiple blunt force trauma, internal bleeding, a liver laceration, a broken pelvis and a leg after being involved in a commercial truck crash

Fall at Commercial Property

$3,750,000

The team of legal professionals at Bachus & Schanker successfully recovered over $3 million dollars for a client that sustained a spinal cord injury after falling at a commercial property.

Leg Fractures

$1,850,000

Our client suffered broken legs, a fractures left ankle and a fractured elbow after her vehicle was hit by a semi-truck. The victim spent nearly two months in hospital, underwent five surgeries and significant rehabilitation.

Catastrophic Injuries

$1,740,000

A cyclist sustained catastrophic injuries after a vehicle attempted an illegal lane change and oversteered the vehicle into the lane occupied by our client. The victim incurred more than $370,000 in medical expenses.

Meet Our Legal Experts

We know what happened to you is unimaginable. Our only goal is to help you and your family on this painful journey and fight for your rights. When you need skilled, experienced, and compassionate representation, the Elite Litigation Group is here for you. With years of experience and multiple office locations serving nationwide, our personal injury attorneys are ready to serve you and fight for the compensation you deserve.

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Testimonials

“Thank you for not giving up on me”

…there was a point when I wanted to give up… Bachus & Schanker did not give up on me. They just kept pushing through and letting me know that we’re on a team and that they’re there for me, to support me and help me in any way I need.

Thank you for giving me a second chance, for helping me with a second chance and thank you for not giving up on me.

When you go through an accident, so many people you find give up on you and you don’t matter anymore to them and that wasn’t the case with Bachus & Schanker.

Molly Cain

Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Resources in Colorado