Denver, CO personal injury attorney Kyle Bachus explains his approach to handling catastrophic injury cases. He shares that his approach to catastrophic injury cases is rooted in more than just professional experience — it’s personal. After over 25 years of representing individuals and families, his perspective shifted dramatically in 2020 when his own mother was tragically killed. She was struck by a concrete mixer truck while crossing the street on a covered walk. That loss changed him, both personally and professionally. While his firm had long been recognized for building strong cases and securing results, he began to see that legal representation alone wasn’t enough — families needed more.

In the past, his focus was laser-sharp: build the civil case, pursue accountability, and deliver justice through the courts. But after experiencing the aftermath of his own family’s tragedy, he realized that families are facing a much broader range of needs. It’s not just about the lawsuit. It’s about everything else that surrounds it — and often overwhelms.

Families in these situations are suddenly confronted with criminal investigations, court appearances, financial instability, and legal complexities they never anticipated. He saw firsthand how his own brother and sister — who had no legal background — struggled to understand what came next. Questions surfaced immediately. Would there be criminal charges against the driver? What rights did the family have in the criminal process? What about probate? Life insurance? Disability benefits? Who handles the funeral arrangements? What about ongoing financial support?

That’s why his team now takes a truly holistic approach to catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. If there is a parallel criminal case, the firm steps in — entering appearances on behalf of the family, working directly with prosecutors, ensuring victims’ rights are asserted and respected, and advocating for appropriate charges and sentencing. They help families prepare victim impact statements, secure restitution, and attend court hearings, standing beside them every step of the way.

They also assist with probate matters, connecting families with trusted probate attorneys to handle wills, estates, and life insurance claims. In cases of serious injury, they guide families through the process of accessing Social Security Disability, short- and long-term disability benefits, and other support systems that are essential during recovery. But the help doesn’t stop there.

He and his team have helped families rehome pets after a loved one’s death. They’ve connected charitable organizations to families in need of clothing, furniture, or essentials. They’ve helped organize crowdfunding efforts to relieve immediate financial burdens. Every case is different, but the firm’s commitment is the same: meet the full scope of a family’s needs, not just the legal ones.

What drives this approach is a deep empathy born from personal loss. He knows what it feels like when someone is taken from you without warning — here one moment, gone the next. It’s devastating. And in those early days, most families are overwhelmed, lost, and in need of guidance from someone who understands both the legal system and the emotional weight of the experience.

This philosophy is now embedded into the fabric of his firm. Case managers are chosen not just for their credentials, but for their compassion and their backgrounds — many have worked in the criminal justice system, in victim advocacy, or in support roles for families in crisis. He compares it to the kind of person who chooses to work in a funeral home, hospice care, or with pediatric cancer patients. Not everyone is called to do that kind of work, but those who are — and who do it well — make a profound difference in people’s lives. His firm seeks out those people.

Within his elite litigation group, he has built a team that is not only skilled in the courtroom but also deeply committed to the human side of advocacy. Their mission is to ensure that every family receives support that goes far beyond legal paperwork and court appearances. And he hopes to see this model adopted more widely — not just within his firm, but across the legal profession. Because at the end of the day, lawyers are not just legal representatives. They are counselors. And in cases involving catastrophic injury or death, families deserve representation that recognizes and respects the full weight of what they’re going through.