La Quinta, California — Former Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway has engaged attorney Harvey Steinberg following a tragic incident involving Elway’s longtime friend and agent, Jeffrey Sperbeck. The episode, which took place at the Madison Club on Saturday night, has prompted an investigation by local authorities.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, details of the incident emerged two days later, leading to a formal inquiry. Sperbeck, 62, suffered serious injuries after falling from a golf cart during an after-party for the Stagecoach music festival. Rescue crews were dispatched at approximately 6:50 p.m., and he was later transported to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, where he passed away on Wednesday.
No charges have been filed against Elway in connection with Sperbeck’s death. Reports indicate that Elway was driving the cart at the time of the incident and was reportedly the first to call emergency services. Public records show that Elway has a residence near the Madison Club.
Steinberg, based in Denver, has a track record of defending high-profile athletes. He previously represented notable figures such as former Broncos executives Matt Russell and Tom Heckert, as well as NBA player Ty Lawson. His legal successes include securing a dismissal for former NFL player Elvis Dumervil in a Miami road rage case and reducing a suspension for Arizona Cardinals kicker Matt Prater from a year to one month.
Authorities confirmed that the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office was not initially involved due to the medical nature of the incident, highlighting that the situation was classified as a medical emergency rather than a criminal matter.
Following the tragic news of Sperbeck’s death, Elway expressed his profound sorrow, describing Sperbeck as not only a close friend but also an essential part of his life both personally and professionally. “I am absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend, business partner, and agent Jeff Sperbeck,” Elway stated. “There are no words to truly express the profound sadness I feel with the sudden loss of someone who has meant so much to me.”
The Sperbeck family also released a heartfelt statement, reflecting on their loss and honoring his memory. “We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our beloved Jeff Sperbeck. He was a wonderful father, husband, brother, son, and friend to many and will be profoundly missed by all,” they conveyed. “We are grieving this unimaginable loss as a family alongside our dearest friends, the Elways, and the many other clients Jeff called friends.”
As the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Sperbeck’s death continues, authorities maintain that they will take necessary actions based on their findings. The community mourns the loss of a cherished figure, whose impact resonated far beyond his professional accomplishments.