Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Vail, Colorado
Vail Justice Injury Law is a distinguished law firm with 40 years of experience dedicated to representing injury victims across Colorado. Founded on principles of personal service and legal excellence, we specialize in personal injury law, including ski accidents, car accidents, and motorcycle collisions. Our attorneys, Joseph Bloch and Trent Ongert, personally handle every case together, ensuring clients receive the full benefit of their combined expertise. We are actively involved in improving recreational safety and have a proven track record of securing significant settlements and verdicts. Our commitment to client advocacy, community engagement, and innovative legal strategies sets us apart.With offices in Denver, Vail Valley, and Summit County, we serve clients statewide. Our team collaborates with experts to build strong cases, leveraging deep knowledge of Colorado law and insurance practices. Recognized as leaders in ski and snowboard injury litigation, we provide personalized attention and aggressive representation. Our accolades include membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and recognition as the Best Law Firm of the Vail Valley. At Vail Justice Injury Law, we prioritize client needs, offering free consultations and operating on a contingency fee basis.
Services
Ski Accidents
Car Accidents
Personal Injury
Motorcycle Accidents
Trucking Accidents
Premises Liability
Dog Bites
Bicycle Accidents
Snowmobile Injuries
Insurance Bad Faith
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of combined experience in personal injury litigation.
- Our attorneys personally handle every case from start to finish.
- We are actively involved in improving Colorado ski and recreational safety.
- Our team includes former insurance defense attorneys who understand industry tactics.
- We have secured millions in settlements and verdicts for our clients.
Associations and certifications
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Top 1% of Nationwide Attorneys
What people say
Exceptional personal service
Successfully secured settlements
Highly recommend
Aggressively pursued my case
Knowledgeable about ski law
Services
Ski Accidents
Our ski accident attorneys specialize in representing victims of ski and snowboard collisions. We investigate mountain incidents to prove liability, leveraging Colorado's yield laws and chairlift liability changes. With decades of experience, we handle cases involving resorts, equipment failures, and safety violations. Our team personally visits accident sites to document evidence, ensuring maximum compensation for medical expenses and injuries.
Car Accidents
We represent victims of car accidents, navigating insurance claims and liability disputes. Our attorneys handle cases involving distracted driving, DUI, and commercial vehicle collisions. With a proven track record, we secure compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront costs, while our local knowledge strengthens case outcomes.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice covers premises liability, dog bites, and wrongful death cases. We investigate all accident types, from slip-and-falls to product defects. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with medical evidence to build compelling cases. With millions recovered for clients, we focus on maximizing compensation through settlements or jury verdicts, always prioritizing client needs and long-term recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents
We advocate for motorcycle accident victims facing severe injuries from collisions with larger vehicles. Our attorneys understand Colorado's motorcycle laws and insurance challenges. We investigate roadway conditions, driver negligence, and police reports to establish liability. With experience in complex claims, we secure compensation for medical treatment, lost income, and emotional trauma, operating on a contingency fee basis.
Insurance Bad Faith
We handle cases where insurance companies deny or delay legitimate claims. Our attorneys have successfully litigated bad faith cases against major insurers. We understand tactics used to minimize payouts and counter them with legal expertise. From policy interpretation to settlement negotiations, we ensure clients receive fair treatment, leveraging our courtroom experience to achieve favorable resolutions through litigation when necessary.
People
Joseph D. Bloch
Attorney
Joseph Bloch is a seasoned personal injury attorney with 40 years of experience. A former professional skier, he combines legal expertise with firsthand knowledge of ski safety. He founded Vail Justice Injury Law and personally investigates complex cases, securing millions in recoveries for clients.
Trenton J. Ongert
Attorney
Trenton Ongert specializes in personal injury and ski accident litigation. With experience in insurance defense, he understands opposing tactics. He personally handles cases from investigation to trial, securing favorable settlements for clients while actively participating in Colorado ski law education.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle ski accidents, car crashes, motorcycle collisions, premises liability, dog bites, and insurance bad faith cases across Colorado.
How are ski accident cases evaluated?
We investigate liability based on Colorado's yield laws, chairlift safety regulations, and resort negligence, focusing on downhill skier rights and evidence collection.
What payment options are available?
We work on contingency fees - no payment until we win your case, ensuring access to legal representation regardless of financial situation.
Do you handle cases outside Vail?
Yes, we serve clients statewide including Denver, Summit County, Eagle County, and all major Colorado ski resorts.
What sets your firm apart?
Our attorneys personally handle every case together, combining 40 years of experience with firsthand ski industry knowledge and insurance defense expertise.
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