AI-assisted summary
Davis Mortuary is under criminal investigation after 24 decomposed bodies and other remains were found at its facility.
Local attorneys held a public forum to inform families impacted by the alleged mishandling of remains about their legal rights.
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is leading the investigation and is using a questionnaire, tip line, and DNA to identify remains.
Families may pursue civil litigation against the mortuary, but they face a short statute of limitations.
Attorneys from two local law firms teamed up on Sept. 3 with hopes to "start the healing process" with information for those impacted by Davis Mortuary's alleged mishandling of human remains.
Davis Mortuary, a funeral home co-owned by former Pueblo County Coroner Brian Cotter and his b