The Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA) provides immunity from suit to the State of Colorado, subsidiaries of the state, such as universities and colleges, special districts and municipalities. However, immunity has been waived in certain instances. As a result, an injured party may bring an action against the State of Colorado for injuries occurring as result of these specific instances, which include: operation of motor vehicles, operation of public hospitals, correctional facilities and jails and the existence of some dangerous conditions.
In circumstances where a person sustains an injury as a result of the negligence of the state, or the employees of the state, there are very specific steps an injured person must take to satisfy the CGIA. Failure to comply with the requirements of the CGIA will result in the claim being barred forever.
In order to satisfy the CGIA an injured party must put the appropriate governmental entities on notice within 180 days of the date of the incident. The appropriate governmental entities depend on the specific governmental body involved in the incident. The CGIA also sets forth specific requirements for the content of the governmental notice.
If you believe you have been injured by an entity of the State of Colorado it is imperative that you contact an attorney immediately to ensure that your rights are protected and the requirements of the CGIA are satisfied. There are many other important elements of the CGIA, including limitations on damages, that are not discussed here.
In circumstances where a person sustains an injury as a result of the negligence of the state, or the employees of the state, there are very specific steps an injured person must take to satisfy the CGIA. Failure to comply with the requirements of the CGIA will result in the claim being barred forever.
In order to satisfy the CGIA an injured party must put the appropriate governmental entities on notice within 180 days of the date of the incident. The appropriate governmental entities depend on the specific governmental body involved in the incident. The CGIA also sets forth specific requirements for the content of the governmental notice.
If you believe you have been injured by an entity of the State of Colorado it is imperative that you contact an attorney immediately to ensure that your rights are protected and the requirements of the CGIA are satisfied. There are many other important elements of the CGIA, including limitations on damages, that are not discussed here.
