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Englewood Medical Malpractice Lawyers Who Take Cases to Trial

A surgeon's error, a missed diagnosis, or a hospital's failure to act can leave an Englewood patient with injuries far worse than the condition they came in to treat. CGH Injury Lawyers serves Englewood and all of Arapahoe County from our Denver office, builds your medical negligence claim to its full value, and files in the 18th Judicial District when a hospital or insurer will not be fair.

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Englewood is home to two of Colorado's most consequential medical facilities: HCA HealthONE Swedish, a CDPHE-designated Level I Trauma Center at 501 E. Hampden Ave, and Craig Hospital, a federally designated Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury Model System at 3425 S. Clarkson Street. When a provider at one of those facilities, or anywhere else in Arapahoe County, delivers negligent care that causes preventable harm, Colorado law gives you the right to hold that provider accountable.

  • Colorado requires a Certificate of Review from a same-specialty physician within 60 days of filing your complaint, or the case is dismissed (C.R.S. 13-20-602). Missing that deadline is one of the most common ways a strong claim is lost before it starts.
  • You generally have two years from when you discovered the injury to file, with an absolute three-year deadline from the date of the negligence (C.R.S. 13-80-102.5). If the negligent provider worked for a government-run hospital, a written notice of claim must be filed within 182 days after you discover the injury (C.R.S. 24-10-109).
  • Colorado caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases under the Health Care Availability Act (C.R.S. 13-64-302), but economic losses including medical bills, future care costs, and lost income are not capped.

CGH Injury Lawyers represents patients and families harmed by medical negligence across Englewood and all of Arapahoe County from our Denver office. We advance the expert and investigation costs these cases require, with no upfront fees and a free first consultation.

The legal standard

What counts as medical malpractice in Colorado?

Not every bad medical outcome is malpractice. The law requires something more specific: a provider deviated from the accepted standard of care, and that deviation directly caused a preventable injury. Colorado requires proof of four distinct elements before a claim can succeed.

  1. Duty of care

    A treatment relationship existed between the patient and provider, creating a legal obligation to deliver competent care. A treating physician, hospital, or specialist who agreed to see you owes you that duty.

  2. Breach of the standard of care

    The provider acted in a way that a reasonably competent professional in the same specialty would not. Colorado applies a locality rule, so a specialist at a Level I Trauma Center is measured against other specialists in similar settings, not against a general practitioner in a rural county.

  3. Causation

    The provider's breach directly caused the injury or materially worsened the patient's condition. It is not enough to show that negligence occurred alongside a bad outcome; the negligence must have caused it.

  4. Damages

    You suffered measurable harm from the breach: additional medical treatment, physical injury, lost income, pain, disability, or a combination. Harm is required; a near-miss without documented injury is not a viable claim.

The breach element is usually contested hardest. Proving it almost always requires a qualified medical expert who can explain to an Arapahoe County jury exactly where the care fell below the accepted standard. The case is decided on a preponderance of the evidence, meaning more likely than not. That is a lower bar than criminal proof, but the expert testimony requirement means preparation starts long before any trial date.

Procedural gatekeeper

The Certificate of Review: Colorado's procedural gatekeeper for malpractice claims

Before a Colorado medical malpractice case can move forward, the plaintiff must file a Certificate of Review with the court. Required by C.R.S. 13-20-602, this document is a quality-control mechanism that exists to prevent cases without medical foundation from advancing through the court system. Miss it, and the court can dismiss your case.

  • A licensed physician practicing in the same specialty as the defendant must review the case and certify in writing that the claim does not lack substantial justification.
  • That reviewing physician must attest both that the standard of care was breached and that the breach caused the patient's injury.
  • The Certificate of Review must be filed with the court within 60 days of the filing of the complaint. The court may grant additional time for good cause, but that exception is not guaranteed and should never be counted on.
  • The requirement applies to claims against individual physicians, hospitals, surgery centers, and other licensed health care providers.

The Certificate of Review requirement is why selecting the right expert is one of the first and most important decisions in any Englewood medical malpractice case. We work with qualified physicians who can review the records and support the certificate before you file. This is also why cases need to be evaluated early: finding, vetting, and retaining that expert takes time that a patient who waits until the last moment may not have.

Englewood, Arapahoe County

We know Englewood: the hospitals where care was delivered, and the courthouse where your case may be filed

Every Englewood medical malpractice claim has a local shape. The specific facility, the treating specialty, and the court jurisdiction all affect how a case is built and filed. Here is the ground we work on.

Trauma Care and Acute Treatment

HCA HealthONE Swedish, 501 E. Hampden Ave, Englewood

HCA HealthONE Swedish at 501 E. Hampden Avenue is a CDPHE-designated Level I Trauma Center, a Burn Center, and Colorado's first designated Comprehensive Stroke Center. Level I status means Swedish maintains around-the-clock surgical capabilities and specialist coverage for the most severe cases. When a patient treated at Swedish experiences a surgical error, a missed diagnosis of stroke or internal bleeding, or harm from anesthesia, those events occur at a facility held to the highest standard of care in Colorado. The medical records generated at Swedish, from emergency protocols to surgical notes to discharge instructions, become the evidentiary foundation of a damages claim. A negligent outcome at a Level I center carries particular weight because the facility's own standards demand excellence.

Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care

Craig Hospital, 3425 S. Clarkson Street, Englewood

Craig Hospital at 3425 S. Clarkson Street is a federally designated Traumatic Brain Injury Model System and Spinal Cord Injury Model System recognized by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research. When medical negligence leaves a patient with a traumatic brain injury or a spinal cord injury that requires long-term rehabilitation, Craig Hospital records document the full scope of past care and project the costs of future treatment. Those records underpin a life-care plan, which is the primary vehicle for quantifying future economic damages that are not capped under Colorado law. A malpractice case with a Craig Hospital-level rehabilitation picture often involves uncapped economic damages that far exceed the non-economic cap.

Courthouse

18th Judicial District, Arapahoe County District Court

Medical malpractice lawsuits arising from care delivered in Englewood are filed in the 18th Judicial District, Arapahoe County District Court. The court sits at the Arapahoe County Justice Center, 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112, or the Arapahoe County Courthouse, 1790 West Littleton Blvd, Littleton, CO 80120. The defense firms and insurance companies that represent Arapahoe County health care providers know this court. CGH Injury Lawyers files and tries cases in the 18th Judicial District directly from our Denver office, with no need for you to travel to us for the work to move forward.

Compensation and caps

What compensation can you recover, and what does Colorado cap in a medical malpractice case?

Colorado splits medical malpractice damages into two categories. Economic losses you can document with bills and projections are fully recoverable. Non-economic losses for the human cost of the injury are limited by the Health Care Availability Act (C.R.S. 13-64-302). Understanding what falls into each bucket shapes the entire strategy of a serious case.

Economic damages (not capped)

  • Past and future medical expenses, including surgeries and corrective procedures
  • Cost of ongoing care, rehabilitation, and life-care plans
  • Lost income and reduced earning capacity
  • Home modifications required by a resulting disability
  • Assistive devices and adaptive technology
  • Out-of-pocket costs tied directly to the negligent care

Non-economic damages (capped under HCAA)

  • Physical pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress and mental anguish
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Disfigurement or permanent disability
  • Loss of consortium for a spouse

How the HCAA caps work in an Englewood case

Colorado House Bill 24-1472 raised the medical malpractice non-economic damage caps effective January 1, 2025 and set a fixed schedule of increases in the years that follow. For injuries occurring in 2025, the non-economic cap for a general malpractice claim is $415,000. That figure rises to $530,000 for 2026 injuries, $645,000 for 2027, $760,000 for 2028, and $875,000 for 2029 (C.R.S. 13-64-302(1)(c)). The cap that applies to your case depends on when the negligence occurred, not the date your lawsuit is filed.

  • For medical malpractice wrongful death claims, the caps are separate and higher: $555,000 for 2025, $810,000 for 2026, $1,065,000 for 2027, $1,320,000 for 2028, and $1,575,000 for 2029 (C.R.S. 13-21-203(1)(b)).
  • The caps apply only to non-economic damages. Medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and life-care plan costs remain fully recoverable in every year.
  • In catastrophic cases, such as a patient who requires Craig Hospital-level rehabilitation after a surgical error, the uncapped economic damages often represent the largest portion of the total recovery.

Because non-economic losses are limited and economic losses are not, the way a serious Englewood malpractice case is built matters enormously. An attorney who understands these limits focuses on documenting every uncapped cost before a demand is made or a trial date is set.

Deadlines that can end a case

Statute of limitations and notice rules for Englewood medical malpractice claims

Colorado medical malpractice cases run on strict time limits. Missing any of them is fatal to a claim, regardless of how strong the underlying negligence evidence is.

  • Two-year discovery rule: the statute of limitations generally begins when you discovered, or through reasonable diligence should have discovered, that the injury was caused by medical negligence (C.R.S. 13-80-102.5).
  • Three-year statute of repose: in most cases, a claim is absolutely barred three years after the date of the negligent act, regardless of when it was discovered. Narrow exceptions apply, such as a foreign object left inside the body or intentional concealment of the negligence by the provider.
  • Government-run hospitals and public entities: if the negligent provider was employed by a government hospital or publicly funded health care facility, a written notice of claim must be filed within 182 days after you discover the injury under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (C.R.S. 24-10-109). That 182-day clock runs from the date of discovery of the injury, not from the date care was delivered. Missing this notice is a jurisdictional bar to the claim.
  • Injured minors: for a patient under 18 at the time of the negligence, the limitation period generally does not start until the minor turns 18, though the claim must still be brought before the child's 20th birthday in most cases.
  • Certificate of Review timeline: because a same-specialty physician must review the case and the Certificate must be filed within 60 days of the complaint, expert engagement must begin well before any filing deadline. The safe approach is to have an attorney evaluate the timeline as early as possible.

Waiting until a deadline is close is one of the most common ways a valid Englewood malpractice case is lost before it is filed. Cases against Arapahoe County facilities are complex enough that the expert review process alone requires months. Contact a lawyer as soon as you have reason to believe negligence caused your injury.

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How it works

How we handle an Englewood medical malpractice case from first call through resolution

Medical malpractice cases require more preparation than almost any other personal injury claim. We prepare every case as if it will be tried before an Arapahoe County jury, even though most resolve before a courtroom.

  1. Free case evaluation

    We review what happened at the facility or with the provider, explain Colorado malpractice law honestly, and tell you whether the case looks viable at no cost to you.

  2. Full medical record review and expert selection

    We gather the complete medical record from every treating provider, including records from HCA HealthONE Swedish, Craig Hospital, or any other Arapahoe County facility involved, and retain a same-specialty physician to evaluate the standard of care. That expert also supports the Certificate of Review.

  3. Certificate of Review and filing

    We prepare and file the Certificate of Review within the 60-day window required by C.R.S. 13-20-602 and file the complaint in the 18th Judicial District, Arapahoe County District Court.

  4. Discovery and life-care planning

    We build the evidentiary record through depositions of treating providers and defense experts, secure our own expert opinions on causation and damages, and work with life-care planners to project future economic losses for catastrophic injury cases.

  5. Demand and negotiation

    We calculate your full economic and non-economic damages, accounting for HCAA caps, and present a documented demand. Most cases settle here. We negotiate from a position of trial readiness, not a willingness to accept the first offer.

  6. Trial before an Arapahoe County jury

    When a hospital or insurer refuses a fair resolution, our trial lawyers are prepared to present the full case to a jury. Managing Partner Kevin Cheney is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and has tried over 25 cases to verdict.

We work on a contingency fee. You pay nothing unless we win, and we advance the investigation costs, expert witness fees, and court costs these cases require so you can focus on recovery.

Fault and recovery

Comparative fault in Colorado medical malpractice cases

Colorado applies modified comparative fault rules to medical malpractice claims just as it does to other personal injury cases (C.R.S. 13-21-111). A patient can still recover damages even if the defense argues the patient contributed to the harm, as long as the patient is found less than 50 percent at fault. If the patient is found 50 percent or more at fault, they cannot recover.

In practice, comparative fault arguments arise in malpractice cases when a defendant provider claims the patient concealed their medical history, failed to follow post-operative instructions, or delayed seeking additional care. These arguments are routinely raised to shift blame and reduce what the provider must pay. A well-built case anticipates those arguments and documents the patient's actual conduct and the full clinical picture before trial.

  • If you are found 49 percent at fault and the provider is found 51 percent at fault, you still recover, but your damages are reduced by your 49 percent share.
  • If you are found 50 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing, regardless of the severity of the harm.
  • Defense experts in Arapahoe County malpractice cases regularly challenge causation and assign partial fault to the patient. Having a qualified medical expert who can rebut those opinions is critical to maintaining a full recovery.

Your team

The team handling your Englewood medical malpractice case

CGH Injury Lawyers is a eight-attorney Colorado firm founded in 2016, formerly Cheney Galluzzi & Howard. Managing Partner Kevin Cheney is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and has tried over 25 cases to verdict. Timothy G. Tarr has been recognized by Best Lawyers every year since 2023. Every Englewood medical malpractice case is handled by a licensed Colorado attorney, not a paralegal. We serve Englewood and all of Arapahoe County from our Denver office, at no cost unless we win. CGH Injury Lawyers does not have an Englewood office. We represent Englewood clients from our office at 2701 Lawrence St., Suite 201, Denver, CO 80205 and come to you as needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Englewood medical malpractice, frequently asked questions

What is the statute of limitations for a medical malpractice claim in Colorado?

Colorado gives you two years from when you discovered, or reasonably should have discovered, the injury caused by medical negligence, with an absolute three-year deadline from the date of the negligent act (C.R.S. 13-80-102.5). Narrow exceptions exist, such as a foreign object left in the body or deliberate concealment by the provider. If the negligent provider works for a government-operated hospital or public health facility, a written notice of claim must be filed within 182 days after you discover the injury under C.R.S. 24-10-109. Do not wait to consult an attorney.

What is a Certificate of Review and why can my case be dismissed without one?

A Certificate of Review is a written statement from a licensed physician in the same specialty as the defendant confirming that the malpractice claim does not lack substantial justification (C.R.S. 13-20-602). It must be filed with the court within 60 days of your complaint. If it is not filed, the court can dismiss the case. The rule exists to screen out unfounded claims, but it also means that choosing and retaining the right reviewing expert is one of the first steps in any Englewood malpractice case.

How much can I recover in a medical malpractice case in Colorado?

Economic damages such as medical bills, future care costs, and lost wages are not capped under Colorado law. Non-economic damages such as pain and suffering are capped under the Health Care Availability Act. For injuries occurring in 2025, the non-economic cap for a general malpractice claim is $415,000 (C.R.S. 13-64-302(1)(c)). That cap rises to $530,000 for 2026 injuries, $645,000 for 2027, $760,000 for 2028, and $875,000 for 2029. The cap that applies depends on when the negligence occurred. In cases with serious ongoing medical needs, uncapped economic damages often represent the larger portion of the recovery.

What if I was treated at HCA HealthONE Swedish or Craig Hospital and the care went wrong?

Both HCA HealthONE Swedish and Craig Hospital are private facilities in Englewood. Claims against private hospitals and their employed physicians are governed by the standard Colorado medical malpractice framework, not by the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act. That means the two-year discovery rule and three-year repose period apply (C.R.S. 13-80-102.5), and you do not need to file a government notice of claim. You do still need a Certificate of Review from a same-specialty physician within 60 days of filing your complaint (C.R.S. 13-20-602). Contact us as soon as possible so we can evaluate your records.

What if the negligent provider was a government-employed doctor at a public facility?

If the provider who caused your harm was employed by a government-run hospital or public entity, the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (C.R.S. 24-10-109) requires you to file a written notice of claim within 182 days after you discover the injury. That 182-day window runs from the date you discovered the injury, not from the date care was delivered. Missing the notice is a jurisdictional bar, meaning you lose the right to sue even if the negligence is clear. This is one of the most critical early issues to identify in any Englewood malpractice case.

Does CGH Injury Lawyers have an office in Englewood?

CGH Injury Lawyers does not have an Englewood office. We represent Englewood and Arapahoe County clients from our Denver office at 2701 Lawrence St., Suite 201, Denver, CO 80205. Englewood is a service-area city. We coordinate directly with Arapahoe County treating physicians, insurers, and hospitals, and file cases in the 18th Judicial District when needed. You do not need to travel to us for the work to move forward.

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