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We Are Denver’s Personal Injury Attorneys With Over 60 Years Of Combined Legal Experience. Since 1995, We Have Recovered Millions Of Dollars For Our Colorado Clients.
If you’ve suffered injuries from a car wreck in Denver, the experienced Denver auto accident attorneys at McCormick & Murphy can help you navigate insurance claims, determine liability, and fight for fair compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
When motorcycle accidents are caused by another party’s negligence, victims may be entitled to recover compensation under Colorado law. The experienced Denver motorcycle accident lawyers at McCormick & Murphy understand the unique challenges faced by motorcycle injury victims, including severe injuries and bias from insurance companies.
If you’ve lost a loved one due to the negligent or wrongful conduct of another party, you may be eligible for significant compensation. The compassionate wrongful death lawyers in Denver can help you pursue damages for funeral expenses, loss of income, loss of companionship, and emotional suffering.
Slip and fall accidents are consistently among the most common causes of preventable injury in the United States. Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises for visitors. If you’ve been injured due to dangerous property conditions, contact experienced Denver slip and fall accident lawyers who can help establish negligence and liability.
If you’ve been injured by a dog bite or attack, you should contact a lawyer to discuss your rights. Colorado has specific laws regarding dog bite liability. An experienced personal injury attorney can help determine whether filing a lawsuit is appropriate in your case and pursue compensation for medical bills, scarring, and trauma.
TBI victims should secure both immediate and future well-being by contacting an experienced brain injury attorney. Brain injuries often require long-term care and rehabilitation, and the full impact may not be immediately apparent. Denver traumatic brain injury lawyers understand how to document and prove these complex injuries.
After I was hit broadside by a drunk driver who had no insurance, my own insurance company would not pay for the injuries that the other driver had caused. Not only that, they refused to pay my medical bills, and would not send me the forms that I needed to fill out. Eventually I was sued by my doctors to collect their medical bills. I hired McCormick & Murphy, and they sued my insurance to recover the uninsured motorist benefits that I was entitled to. They also sued my insurance company for not paying for my medical bills and for treating me in bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.00 for the damages my insurance company had done to me. I highly recommend the law firm of McCormick & Murphy.
A personal injury lawsuit is typically based in tort law. A “tort” is a civil wrong that courts recognize as grounds for a lawsuit. There are several specific torts, including assault, battery, negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, trespass, and defamation.
While some torts are also crimes punishable by imprisonment, the primary goals of tort law are to provide victims relief for damages incurred and to deter others from committing similar harms.
If you believe that another person or a company is responsible for your injury or accident, you may file a lawsuit to determine whether that person or company is legally responsible, or “liable,” for it. In a personal injury case, liability often rests on whether a person or company was careless, or “negligent.”
In a personal injury lawsuit, an injured person (plaintiff) may sue for monetary damages or an injunction to prevent the responsible party from continuing the tortious conduct. Types of recoverable damages include:
If your injuries required medical care, you may recover costs of immediate treatment as well as future medical needs. This includes hospitalization, surgery, medication, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and ongoing care.
An accident or injury can be traumatic and life-altering. If you experienced physical pain or emotional suffering after your accident, you may be entitled to compensation beyond just medical bills. These non-economic damages acknowledge the impact on your quality of life.
If your injuries caused you to miss work, you may recover lost income through a personal injury lawsuit. This includes salary, bonuses, commissions, and other benefits you would have earned.
If your injury impairs your ability to work in the future, you may recover compensation for diminished earning potential. This is especially important for catastrophic injuries that prevent returning to your previous occupation.
There are many types of accidents that may form the basis for a personal injury lawsuit, including:
In 2015, the Colorado Department of Transportation reported 22,140 car accidents in Denver County. These accidents can cause extraordinary pain and suffering and debilitating lifelong injuries.
Bicyclists spend more time on Denver roads and can become victims of bicycle-related injuries. Between 2008 and 2012, there were approximately 1,325 bicycle crashes in Denver, with 52% resulting in at least one injury.
In the last five years, there were an estimated 1,924 pedestrian-related accidents in Denver, with 60% resulting in injuries. These accidents often occur at crosswalks, in parking lots, or along roadways with inadequate pedestrian infrastructure.
The death of a loved one is especially difficult when caused by another’s negligence. A compassionate lawyer can help hold responsible parties accountable through a wrongful death claim.
Thousands of people are injured by defective products each year. Product liability lawsuits hold manufacturers accountable for dangerous products released to the market.
The lawyers at McCormick & Murphy, P.C. have years of experience helping victims of accidents recover for the serious injuries they have sustained. Protect your legal claims by contacting an attorney today.
Construction sites can be dangerous places. In 2014, there were 1,607 accidents reported within construction zones in Colorado, with 130 resulting in serious injuries. These accidents may involve falls from heights, equipment failures, electrical incidents, or falling objects.
At McCormick & Murphy our experienced Denver accident injury attorneys offer free legal consultations to the injured. To get a professional assessment of your case, call us now at (720) 782-8595 (24/7) or email us through our website.
When you’re hurt in an accident that wasn’t your fault, your life can feel overwhelming. Medical bills quickly pile up, you might be unable to work, and insurance companies start calling, often pushing you toward lowball settlements. Beyond the financial strain, you’re grappling with pain, stress, and deep uncertainty about what comes next.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. You need dedicated Denver personal injury attorneys who will stand by your side and secure every dollar you’re owed. Our legal team at McCormick & Murphy, P.C., has successfully recovered millions for Colorado injury victims since our founding in 1995, and we are prepared to apply that proven success to your case. Our founders, Kirk R. McCormick and James “Jay” Murphy, bring over 60 years of combined legal experience, including valuable insights from their prior work representing insurance companies.
An accident instantly disrupts your life. You’re left feeling overwhelmed by doctor appointments, constant insurance calls, and rapidly accumulating bills. At the same time, insurance companies employ entire legal teams dedicated to minimizing your payout.
Our Denver personal injury attorneys at McCormick & Murphy, P.C., are here to balance the scales. We take on every detail of your case, allowing you to focus entirely on your recovery. Importantly, we possess the precise knowledge needed to maximize your compensation, especially with Colorado’s updated 2025 damage caps.
No Win, No Fee Guarantee You pay absolutely nothing upfront. Our contingency fee structure ensures we only get paid when you receive compensation. This means our success is directly tied to yours, aligning our interests completely.
Deep Local Colorado Knowledge & Multiple Offices We possess an intimate understanding of Denver courts, local judges, and opposing counsel. With offices in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo, our invaluable local insight provides strategic advantages that out-of-state firms simply cannot replicate.
Demonstrated Success Our attorneys have a consistent history of securing significant settlements and favorable verdicts for Denver injury victims. Our experience spans the spectrum, from minor accidents to life-altering catastrophic injury cases, including multi-million dollar recoveries for our clients.
Dedicated Personal Attention You will work directly with experienced attorneys, not handed off to paralegals or case managers. We purposefully limit our caseload to guarantee each client receives the focused, individualized attention they truly deserve. Our commitment to personal service is reflected in our client testimonials.
At McCormick & Murphy, P.C., we have extensive experience across a wide range of personal injury matters:
Car accidents remain the leading cause of personal injury claims in Denver. Whether you were hit by a distracted driver on I-25 or injured in a multi-vehicle pileup, we know how to build winning cases.
Common Car Accident Injuries We See:
We investigate every accident thoroughly, working with accident reconstruction experts when needed. Our goal is to prove the other driver’s negligence and fully document the extent of your injuries.
Commercial truck accidents often result in severe injuries due to the immense size and weight difference between trucks and passenger vehicles. These cases involve intricate federal regulations and multiple potentially responsible parties.
Truck Accident Complexities:
Our attorneys understand trucking industry standards and know how to hold trucking companies and their insurers accountable for their drivers’ actions.
Motorcycle riders face distinct challenges after accidents. Insurance companies often unfairly blame motorcyclists, claiming they were speeding or driving recklessly. We aggressively challenge these biased assumptions.
Motorcycle Accident Factors:
We work with motorcycle safety experts to demonstrate precisely how the accident occurred and counter insurance company bias. Our firm has a proven track record, including a $1.25 million policy limit recovery for a Denver motorcycle accident victim.
Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises. When they fail to address dangers like icy sidewalks, wet floors, or broken stairs, they can be held responsible for resulting injuries.
Premises Liability Claims Include:
Proving premises liability requires showing the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition. We gather evidence quickly before it disappears.
Colorado follows a strict liability standard for dog bites. This means dog owners are responsible for bite injuries regardless of the dog’s previous behavior or the owner’s knowledge of aggression.
Dog Bite Case Elements:
Dog bite injuries can be severe, especially for children. We ensure you receive compensation for medical treatment, scarring, and emotional trauma.
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is devastating. While no amount of money can replace your loss, financial compensation can provide stability for your family’s future.
Wrongful Death Damages Can Include:
Colorado’s wrongful death statute has specific requirements about who can file claims (including siblings as of 2025) and what damages are available. We guide families through this incredibly difficult process with both compassion and experience.
If your own insurance company (auto, home, health, life, or disability) unreasonably denies, delays, or undervalues a legitimate claim, they may be acting in bad faith. Our founders’ prior experience representing insurance companies gives us a unique edge in holding insurers accountable for their broken promises.
Colorado significantly increased its personal injury damage caps for 2025, opening new possibilities for injury victims to receive fair compensation. These changes directly impact how we approach cases and what you can expect to recover.
Non-economic damages compensate you for pain, suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. The 2025 increases mean you can recover more for these intangible but very real losses, with limits reaching as much as $1,500,000 for personal injury claims (and higher for wrongful death and medical malpractice).
What This Means for Your Case:
We work with life care planners, vocational experts, and other professionals to quantify how your injuries affect your daily life, relationships, and future plans, maximizing these new damage limits.
With higher potential awards, thorough case preparation is more essential than ever. We invest significant resources in meticulously documenting every aspect of your injuries and their impact.
Our Documentation Process Includes:
This complete approach helps us present persuasive evidence of your damages to insurance companies and juries.
Modern technology plays an increasingly important role in personal injury cases. We use cutting-edge tools to strengthen your claim and maximize your recovery.
Technology We Utilize:
Wearable devices that track physical activity and health metrics can provide powerful, objective evidence of how injuries affect your daily activities and recovery progress.
Understanding what to expect helps reduce anxiety and allows you to make informed decisions about your case. Here’s how personal injury claims typically unfold when working with our Denver legal team.
We start with a free, no-obligation consultation to evaluate your case. During this meeting, we’ll discuss what happened, review any available medical records, and explain your legal options.
What to Bring (if available):
We’ll give you an honest assessment of your case’s strengths and potential value. If we don’t believe you have a viable claim, we’ll tell you upfront.
Once you choose us to represent you, we immediately begin investigating your accident. Time is critical because evidence can disappear and witnesses’ memories can fade.
Our Investigation Process Includes:
We leave no stone unturned in building your case. The stronger our evidence, the better your chances of securing maximum compensation.
Your health is our first priority, but proper medical documentation is also essential for your case. We help coordinate your treatment while ensuring everything is accurately recorded.
Medical Documentation Tips:
We work with your medical providers to ensure they understand how their documentation impacts your case, making it clear and compelling for insurance companies and juries.
Once you’ve reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) or your injuries have stabilized, we prepare a complete demand package for the insurance company. This comprehensive document presents your case and demands fair compensation.
Demand Package Contents Typically Include:
A well-prepared demand package often leads to reasonable settlement offers without the need for court proceedings.
Most personal injury cases settle without going to trial. We negotiate aggressively to get you the best possible settlement while keeping you informed every step of the way.
Settlement Considerations:
We will not recommend accepting any settlement that does not fairly compensate you for all your losses.
If settlement negotiations fail, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial. Our extensive trial experience provides significant credibility during negotiations and the ability to win in court if necessary.
Trial Preparation Includes:
We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial, which frequently leads to better settlement offers because insurance companies recognize our readiness to litigate.
The difference between a good outcome and an exceptional outcome often comes down to strategy and preparation. Here’s how McCormick & Murphy, P.C., works to maximize your compensation.
Economic damages are the measurable financial losses from your accident. These include medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
Medical Expenses:
We work with medical economists to calculate the full cost of your medical care, including any future treatment you’ll need over your lifetime.
Lost Income:
For serious injuries that affect your ability to work, we calculate lost earning capacity over your entire career, often involving vocational experts.
Non-economic damages compensate you for the intangible ways your injuries affect your life. These are often the largest component of personal injury awards, especially with the 2025 damage cap increases in Colorado.
Pain and Suffering:
We use various methods to calculate these damages, including per diem approaches and multiplier methods based on your economic losses, ensuring a comprehensive valuation.
Loss of Consortium:
Spouses can recover damages for how your injuries affect your relationship and their life.
Securing maximum compensation requires proving the other party was at fault. Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence system, meaning your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Liability Factors We Investigate:
We work diligently to minimize any fault attributed to you while maximizing the other party’s responsibility.
Insurance companies have one primary goal: paying as little as possible on claims. They employ various tactics to minimize settlements, but we know how to effectively counter them.
Common Insurance Tactics We Address:
We handle all insurance company communications to protect your interests and prevent you from inadvertently saying anything that could harm your case. Our founders’ experience having worked for insurance companies provides us with invaluable insight into their strategies.
Avoiding these common errors can significantly impact your case’s outcome. We help clients avoid these pitfalls from day one, protecting your right to fair compensation.
Waiting to see a doctor after an accident gives insurance companies ammunition to argue your injuries weren’t serious or weren’t caused by the accident.
Why Immediate Medical Care Is Essential:
Even if you feel fine initially, adrenaline can mask injury symptoms. Get checked out by a medical professional in Denver as soon as possible.
Insurance adjusters are trained to get you to say things that hurt your case. They may seem friendly and helpful, but they are working for the other side.
What Not to Discuss:
Let McCormick & Murphy, P.C., handle all insurance company communications. We know what to say and what to avoid to protect your claim.
Insurance companies routinely monitor claimants’ social media accounts looking for evidence to dispute claims. A photo of you smiling or participating in activities can easily be taken out of context.
Social Media Guidelines:
What seems innocent to you might be used against you by insurance companies.
Insurance companies often make fast settlement offers before you fully understand the extent of your injuries. These offers are usually far below what your case is truly worth.
Why Quick Settlements Are Problematic:
Once you accept a settlement, you cannot ask for more money later, even if your injuries turn out to be worse than expected.
Not all personal injury attorneys are equal. The lawyer you choose can significantly impact your case’s outcome.
What to Seek in an Attorney (like McCormick & Murphy, P.C.):
According to recent studies, clients represented by experienced personal injury attorneys receive settlements that are significantly higher on average than those who represent themselves or hire inexperienced lawyers.
Personal injury law is complex and constantly evolving. Having experienced Denver personal injury attorneys like McCormick & Murphy, P.C., on your side makes a significant difference in your case’s outcome and your ability to secure the compensation you deserve.
Colorado has specific laws and procedures that affect personal injury cases. Our deep understanding of state law helps us handle these complexities effectively.
Colorado-Specific Factors We Master:
We stay current on all legal developments that might affect our clients’ cases.
We’ve built strong relationships with reputable medical providers throughout Denver and across Colorado who understand the legal aspects of injury treatment and documentation.
Benefits of Our Medical Provider Network:
These relationships help ensure you get the treatment you need while simultaneously building a strong case.
Our founders’ prior experience representing insurance companies provides us with invaluable insight. We know how different insurance companies operate and what strategies work best with each one. This insight helps us negotiate more effectively on your behalf.
Our Insurance Company Insights:
This inside knowledge helps us develop winning strategies for each case.
While most cases settle, having attorneys with trial experience gives us significant credibility during negotiations. Insurance companies know we are prepared to go to court if necessary, which often prompts them to offer fairer settlements.
Benefits of Our Trial Experience:
Our extensive trial experience frequently leads to better outcomes without ever setting foot in a courtroom.
At McCormick & Murphy, P.C., we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you. Our fee comes from your settlement or award, not from your pocket.
Contingency Fee Benefits for You:
This fee structure allows anyone to afford quality legal representation regardless of their current financial situation.
Case timelines vary depending on several factors, but most cases resolve within 6-18 months. Complex cases or those that proceed to trial may take longer.
Factors Affecting Timeline:
We work efficiently to resolve your case as quickly as possible while ensuring you receive fair compensation.
Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence system, meaning you can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault. Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Comparative Negligence Example:
We work diligently to minimize any fault attributed to you while maximizing the other party’s responsibility.
Case values depend on many factors, including injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We provide realistic case valuations based on our extensive experience with similar cases, factoring in the new 2025 non-economic damage caps.
Key Valuation Factors:
We use various methods to calculate fair compensation for all your losses.
Insurance companies often make quick settlement offers that are far below what your case is truly worth. We evaluate all settlement offers to ensure they fully compensate you for your losses.
Our Settlement Evaluation Includes:
We’ll advise you whether an offer is fair or if we should continue negotiating for a better outcome.
If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, time is not on your side. Evidence can disappear, witnesses’ memories fade, and Colorado’s statute of limitations gives you limited time to file a claim (typically three years for personal injury). Acting quickly is in your best interest.
We offer free consultations to evaluate your case and explain your legal options. During this meeting, we will:
You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by talking to us about your case. This initial conversation is completely confidential and without pressure. We can meet in our Denver office, or in Colorado Springs or Pueblo, or even arrange a home or hospital visit.
Once you choose McCormick & Murphy, P.C., to represent you, we immediately begin working to protect your rights and build your case:
Within Week 1:
Within Weeks 2-4:
Ongoing Support:
Every day you wait is a day that evidence might disappear or witnesses might forget important details. Colorado’s statute of limitations also sets a strict deadline for filing your claim.
Why Contact Us Now:
You’re already dealing with enough stress from your injuries. Let us handle the legal complexities of your case while you focus on what matters most: your healing and recovery.
You didn’t choose to be injured in an accident, but you can choose how to respond. Having experienced Denver personal injury attorneys on your side gives you the best chance of receiving full and fair compensation for your injuries.
We’ve helped hundreds of Denver injury victims recover the compensation they truly deserved. We are ready to put our experience, local knowledge, and resources to work for you.
Call McCormick & Murphy, P.C. today for your free, confidential consultation. We’re here to help you get your life back on track.
Don’t let insurance companies take advantage of you during this difficult time. You deserve attorneys who will fight tirelessly for every dollar you’re owed. Contact us now to get started on your path to recovery and justice.
Remember, we don’t get paid unless you win. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by calling us today. Let us show you how we can help you secure the maximum compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Your journey to recovery and justice begins with a single phone call. Make that call today.
Call McCormick & Murphy, P.C. at (719) 800-9407 or visit our website at https://mccormickmurphy.com/.
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