Arapahoe County · Auto and truck accidents
Englewood Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers
Englewood auto and truck accident lawyers for crashes on U.S. Highway 285 and Hampden Avenue and across Englewood. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
How We Build Your Auto or Truck Accident Claim
McCormick & Murphy are Englewood auto and truck accident lawyers for people hurt in a car or truck crash. We get the Englewood Police Department report, the HCA HealthONE Swedish records, and file in the Arapahoe County Justice Center.
We start by reviewing the crash report filed with the Englewood Police Department and examining the scene through photographs, traffic-camera footage, and business video if available. We collect witness statements, obtain the event-data-recorder information from both vehicles, and analyze vehicle damage to establish fault. If a commercial truck is involved, we request inspection records, maintenance logs, and trucking company documentation to identify corporate negligence or safety violations.
Once we understand how the collision happened, we identify every driver, property owner, employer, and insurer with potential liability. We document your injuries from the moment of impact through all treatment at HCA HealthONE Swedish and any follow-up care. We then present the claim to the at-fault driver's liability carrier, your own uninsured or underinsured-motorist coverage, and any other policy that applies, pushing for full compensation before filing suit in Arapahoe County Justice Center.
Evidence We Gather in Englewood Auto Accidents
Physical evidence at the collision scene—vehicle positions, tire marks, debris field, traffic signals, road conditions—tells the story of what happened. We obtain the official crash report, all available video from traffic cameras or nearby businesses, and photographs taken by first responders and witnesses. We preserve electronic data from both vehicles' onboard systems to establish speed, braking, steering input, and the precise sequence of events.
Witness testimony is often critical. We interview drivers, passengers, bystanders, and any professional who observed the accident. We obtain commercial records from trucking companies, including dispatch logs, maintenance histories, driver qualifications files, and any complaint records. Every insurance policy—liability, uninsured motorist, underinsured motorist, and commercial coverage—is reviewed to maximize your recovery options.
Local investigations may involve Englewood Police Department, evidence from U.S. Highway 285 or South Broadway, and witnesses or businesses near the scene.
After a collision on U.S. Highway 285, South Broadway, Hampden Avenue, Santa Fe Drive, or nearby roads in Englewood, preserve and document:
- Crash report from Englewood Police Department, including report number and officer name
- Photos and video of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and accident scene from multiple angles
- Names, phone numbers, and addresses of all drivers, passengers, and eyewitnesses
- Insurance information (policy number, carrier, coverage limits) from every vehicle involved
- Driver's license numbers and vehicle identification numbers (VIN) for all parties
- Medical records and bills from HCA HealthONE Swedish or any other treatment provider, including emergency-room notes, diagnostic imaging, and physical therapy records
- Photos of injuries taken at the scene and during recovery
- Traffic-camera footage from nearby intersections or businesses
- Electronic data from your vehicle's event-data recorder (EDR or "black box")
- Cell-phone records showing distraction (texts, calls) by any driver
- Commercial records if a truck was involved: logbooks, inspection reports, maintenance records, and company safety policies
- Wage loss documentation and proof of lost income
- Medical bills and receipts for all out-of-pocket expenses
- Statements from any witnesses to the collision or your injuries
Do not discuss fault or settle with any insurer before speaking with an attorney.
Medical Records and Injury Documentation
We request all medical records from HCA HealthONE Swedish, emergency departments, urgent-care facilities, and any specialist or primary-care provider who examined or treated you following the accident. We document the nature of your injuries, the course of treatment, surgical or imaging findings, and any permanent disability or scarring. We gather bills, receipts, and proof of time lost from work or school.
Your medical records form the foundation of your damages claim. We work with medical providers to establish the link between the collision and your injuries, obtain narrative reports explaining your condition and prognosis, and calculate past and future medical expenses. We also document pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life—elements that often represent the largest portion of recovery in serious injury cases.
Official Englewood hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
Damages We Pursue in Auto and Truck Cases
- Medical expenses: emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, imaging, physical therapy, and ongoing treatment
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs, rental-car fees, and transportation expenses while your vehicle is out of service
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity if the injury prevents you from returning to your job or reduces your income
- Pain, suffering, scarring, disfigurement, and permanent disability
- Punitive damages if the at-fault driver was drunk, reckless, or fleeing the scene
We pursue these damages in settlement negotiations and, if necessary, at trial in Arapahoe County Justice Center.
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.
Englewood Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Englewood auto and truck accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Englewood 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 long do I have to file a claim after an auto accident in Englewood?
Colorado law generally allows three years from the date of injury to file a personal-injury lawsuit. However, if a public entity (such as a government vehicle or road agency) is involved, you may be required to file written notice of your claim within as little as 182 days. Do not delay; the sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner we can preserve evidence and notify the appropriate carriers and agencies.
What if the other driver was in a commercial truck on U.S. Highway 285 or South Broadway?
Commercial truck accidents involve multiple layers of liability. We investigate the trucking company's hiring practices, driver qualifications, maintenance records, logbooks, and whether the driver violated federal safety regulations. We also identify the truck owner, the company that employed the driver, and any third parties (dispatchers, mechanics, shippers) who may share responsibility. Every available insurance policy—including cargo liability, general liability, and umbrella coverage—must be identified and pursued.
Do I have to pay attorney fees upfront?
No. McCormick & Murphy handles auto and truck accident injury claims on a contingency-fee basis. We earn an attorney fee only if your case is settled or won in court. You do not pay us unless we recover money for you. Advanced case costs (medical records, expert fees, filing fees) are separate from the attorney fee and are discussed with you during the intake process.
What if I was hit by an uninsured or underinsured driver in Arapahoe County?
Your own auto insurance policy may include uninsured-motorist (UM) and underinsured-motorist (UIM) coverage. If the at-fault driver has no insurance or insufficient limits, we will file a claim against your UM/UIM carrier to recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We treat this claim with the same rigor as a third-party claim.
What evidence is most important in a hit-and-run accident near Littleton or Sheridan?
In a hit-and-run collision, we rely on traffic-camera footage from nearby businesses or traffic signals, witness statements, vehicle debris left at the scene, and Englewood Police Department records. If the fleeing vehicle was identified, we investigate the driver's insurance and liability. If the vehicle was not identified, your own uninsured-motorist coverage may apply. Early preservation of video and witness contact information is critical.
Related crash types in Englewood
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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