Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties · Auto and Truck Accidents
Aurora Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers
Aurora auto and truck accident lawyers for crashes on East Colfax Avenue and E-470 and across Aurora. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
How We Build Your Auto or Truck Accident Claim
McCormick & Murphy are Aurora auto and truck accident lawyers for people hurt in a car or truck crash. We get the Aurora Police Department report, the UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital records, and file in the Arapahoe County Justice Center.
Determining fault begins with understanding the collision itself. We obtain the crash report from the Aurora Police Department and examine the scene through photographs and available video footage from traffic cameras or nearby businesses. If a commercial vehicle is involved, we review trucking logs, maintenance records, and electronic data recorders that capture speed, braking, and steering. We interview witnesses and obtain their statements while memories are fresh. Driver conduct—whether distracted driving, impairment, speeding, or failure to yield—forms the foundation of every claim.
Once we establish liability, we identify every responsible party: the at-fault driver, their employer if the vehicle was commercial, the vehicle owner, and any third party whose negligence contributed. We then file claims with the liable driver's insurance company and, if necessary, pursue your own uninsured-motorist or underinsured-motorist coverage. This multi-layered approach ensures no source of recovery is overlooked. We handle negotiations and litigation to secure the full value of your claim.
Investigating Aurora Auto Accidents & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Aurora auto and truck accident lawyers serving clients in Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties. We investigate crashes on East Colfax Avenue and E-470, obtain Aurora Police Department reports and UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital records, and file in the Arapahoe County Justice Center. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
- Local Evidence Collection: We gather crash reports from the Aurora Police Department, traffic camera and business surveillance video from E-470 and East Colfax Avenue, vehicle event-data recorder information, witness statements, and electronic records. For commercial vehicles, we subpoena trucking logs, maintenance records, and driver qualification files to establish fault and identify all responsible parties.
- Medical Documentation & Damages: We obtain records from UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and other Aurora-area providers to document injuries, treatment, and future medical needs. We calculate damages including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, vehicle damage, and property loss—and pursue full recovery through negotiation or litigation in Arapahoe County Justice Center.
- Aurora Office Location Anchor: Clients meet with our team at Denver, CO — with home or hospital consultations available if severe injuries prevent travel.
Evidence We Gather and Use
Physical evidence tells the story of impact. Vehicle damage—its location, severity, and pattern—reveals the point of impact and the force involved. We document this through photographs and, when appropriate, retain an accident reconstruction expert. We obtain the formal crash report filed by the Aurora Police Department, which includes officer observations, measurements, and any citations issued. Traffic citations often establish violation of law, which simplifies proving negligence.
Electronic and digital records provide objective proof. Event-data-recorder information from vehicles shows speed and brake application in the seconds before collision. Security video from nearby businesses or traffic-control cameras may capture the crash directly. Witness statements, especially from disinterested parties, corroborate our reconstruction. For commercial vehicles, we subpoena inspection records, maintenance logs, and driver qualification files to reveal whether mechanical failure or company policy contributed to the accident. All of this evidence is assembled into a comprehensive claim package presented to the insurance carriers and, if necessary, filed in the Arapahoe County Justice Center or the appropriate county court.
Local investigations may involve Aurora Police Department, evidence from East Colfax Avenue or E-470, and witnesses or businesses near the scene.
To build your auto or truck accident case, we collect and preserve evidence from the moment of impact through recovery. In Aurora and across Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas counties, we obtain:
- Crash report from Aurora Police Department and any responding agency
- Photographs and video of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and scene layout
- Electronic data from vehicle event-data recorders (black boxes) and GPS systems
- Traffic camera or business surveillance video from nearby properties
- Witness statements and contact information
- Medical records and imaging from UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and other providers
- Insurance policies (liability, collision, uninsured/underinsured-motorist) from all parties
- For commercial vehicles: trucking logs, maintenance records, inspection reports, and driver qualification files
- Cell phone records and distracted-driving evidence when applicable
- Toxicology or impairment records in drunk-driving cases
- Repair estimates and invoices documenting vehicle damage
- Employment and income records to support lost-wage claims
We work quickly to preserve evidence before it disappears, including requesting preservation letters to involved parties and securing video footage from public and private cameras on E-470, I-225, Parker Road, East Colfax Avenue, and throughout Aurora, Centennial, Denver, Commerce City, and surrounding areas.
Medical Documentation and Injury Claims
Injuries from auto and truck accidents range from minor soft-tissue damage to catastrophic harm. We ensure you receive prompt medical evaluation and establish a clear record of your injuries. Many clients are transported to UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus or treated at urgent-care and emergency facilities in Aurora and nearby areas. We obtain all medical records, imaging studies, surgical reports, and rehabilitation notes to document the full scope of your injuries.
Your medical history is then matched against the accident circumstances. A severe impact on a high-speed roadway like E-470 or I-225 typically produces more significant injuries than a low-speed rear-end collision on East Colfax Avenue. We work with your healthcare providers to quantify your treatment, establish the causal connection to the crash, and project any ongoing or future medical needs. This medical evidence becomes the foundation for calculating damages for past medical expenses, future treatment, pain and suffering, and lost wages.
Official Aurora hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
Damages in Aurora Auto and Truck Accident Cases
- Medical expenses: Emergency room, hospitalization, surgery, imaging, specialist visits, physical therapy, and prescribed medications
- Lost wages: Time away from work during treatment and recovery, including lost earning capacity if injuries are permanent
- Pain and suffering: Compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life caused by the collision
- Vehicle damage and rental: Repair or replacement of your vehicle, plus the cost of a rental car while repairs are completed
- Property loss: Damage to personal property inside or on your vehicle at the time of the crash
- Punitive damages: In cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct, such as high-speed drunk driving, additional damages may be available to punish the wrongdoer
We present all damages to the liable insurance company and, if settlement talks stall, file suit in the Arapahoe County Justice Center to recover the full value of your claim.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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After I was hit by a drunk driver with no insurance, my own insurer refused UM benefits. McCormick & Murphy sued for uninsured motorist benefits and bad faith. A jury awarded me over $900,000.
C. O., Denver · UM / bad-faith verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Aurora Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Aurora auto and truck accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Aurora auto and truck accident lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The Denver office is in Denver, CO.
How much time do I have to file a claim after an auto accident in Aurora?
Most Colorado motor-vehicle injury claims have a three-year limitations period from the date of the crash. However, shorter deadlines can apply. If a government entity (such as Aurora Police Department or a municipality) is involved, you may be required to provide written notice within as little as 182 days. We review your specific situation immediately to ensure you meet all notice and filing deadlines.
What if the other driver is uninsured or underinsured?
Colorado law requires that your own insurance policy include uninsured-motorist (UM) and underinsured-motorist (UIM) coverage. If the at-fault driver carries little or no liability insurance, your UM or UIM coverage may compensate you for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We investigate every available policy and pursue claims against carriers on your behalf.
Do you charge upfront fees, or do I pay only if we win?
McCormick & Murphy handles injury claims on a contingency-fee basis. We earn an attorney fee only if the case is settled or won. You pay no fee if we do not recover money for you. Separate from the attorney fee, we advance reasonable case costs—such as medical records, expert reports, and court filing fees—and we recoup those costs only from any recovery.
Who is responsible if a commercial truck hits my car on I-225 or E-470?
Liability depends on how the collision occurred. We investigate driver conduct, vehicle maintenance, trucking company policies, hours-of-service violations, and electronic data from the truck. Responsibility may rest with the truck driver, the trucking company, a maintenance contractor, or another party. We identify every responsible party and pursue claims against their liability carriers.
How long does it take to resolve an accident claim?
Timeline varies based on injury severity, the number of parties involved, and whether the case requires negotiation or litigation. Simple rear-end collisions on East Colfax Avenue may settle in weeks or months. Complex multi-vehicle or commercial-truck cases may take longer. We prioritize prompt investigation and communication so you understand where your case stands. We do not settle until you agree the offer is fair.
Related crash types in Aurora
Distracted Driving
Phone use, in-vehicle screens, passengers, food, and other distractions that take attention from driving.
Multi-Vehicle Accidents
Chain-reaction and pileup claims involving several drivers, impacts, insurers, and disputed fault.
Intersection Accidents
Signal, stop-sign, turning, crosswalk, and lane-conflict crashes at controlled and uncontrolled intersections.
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists
UM/UIM claims when the responsible driver has no insurance or insufficient liability limits.
Hit and run
Claims involving an unidentified or fleeing driver, including uninsured-motorist coverage.
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