City and County of Broomfield · Hit and run
Broomfield Hit and run Lawyers
Broomfield hit-and-run accident lawyers for crashes on U.S. Highway 36, 120th Avenue. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Your Options After a Hit-and-Run in Broomfield
McCormick & Murphy are Broomfield hit-and-run accident lawyers for people hurt in Broomfield. We get the Broomfield Police Department report, the UCHealth Broomfield Hospital records, and file in Broomfield Combined Courts.
When a driver flees the scene on U.S. Highway 36, 120th Avenue, Colorado Highway 121, or Midway Boulevard, victims often assume they're out of luck because there's no one to sue. That's not necessarily true. Most auto policies include uninsured-motorist coverage, and a hit-and-run driver is treated as an uninsured motorist under Colorado law. We review your policy and any household policies that might apply to see what coverage is available.
We also work the case as if the driver might still be identified. The Broomfield Police Department's accident report, along with any follow-up investigation, can sometimes turn up a name even after the driver initially got away. If that happens, we pursue a claim against that driver's own insurance in addition to any uninsured-motorist benefits you're owed.
Either way, you're dealing with your own insurance company, and insurers don't always treat uninsured-motorist claims fairly just because you're their policyholder. We handle the claim, push back on lowball offers, and make sure the company honors the coverage you paid for.
Building the Case Without a Named Driver
Hit-and-run cases live or die on evidence gathered close to the time of the crash. We look for camera footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras along the Broomfield corridors where the crash happened, and we move quickly because footage gets overwritten. We also document debris left at the scene, paint transfer on your vehicle, and any partial license plate information witnesses or you may have caught.
Witness accounts matter more in these cases than most, since there's no other driver to question. We track down anyone who saw the vehicle, its direction of travel, or distinguishing features. We pair that with the police report, your vehicle's repair and damage estimates, and the terms of your own uninsured-motorist coverage to build a claim that holds up even without a named at-fault driver.
- Photos of vehicle damage, debris, and paint transfer
- Contact information for any witnesses
- A copy of the police report filed with Broomfield Police
- Your auto insurance policy, including uninsured-motorist terms
- Repair estimates and shop records for your vehicle
Hit-and-Run Crashes Around Broomfield
Broomfield's mix of busy commuter routes and local streets creates real opportunity for hit-and-run crashes. U.S. Highway 36 carries heavy through-traffic between Denver and Boulder, and drivers involved in minor collisions sometimes flee rather than deal with the delay. Midway Boulevard and 120th Avenue see similar issues at busy intersections, where a driver may not even realize, or may not want to admit, they caused a crash before driving off.
We handle hit-and-run claims for people throughout Broomfield and nearby communities including Westminster, Superior, Louisville, Lafayette, and Northglenn. Cases that start with a police report filed with Broomfield Police or treatment at UCHealth Broomfield Hospital, and that end up in Broomfield Combined Courts, are cases we're set up to handle from start to finish.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical expenses from the crash
- Future medical care if injuries are ongoing
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life
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.
Broomfield Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers FAQ
Can I still file a claim if the other driver was never found?
Yes. If your policy includes uninsured-motorist coverage, a hit-and-run driver generally qualifies as an uninsured motorist. We review your policy to determine what's available and help you pursue it.
What if the police never identify the driver?
An unidentified driver doesn't necessarily end your claim. We focus on your own uninsured-motorist coverage while continuing to gather evidence in case the driver is later identified.
Does my insurance company have to treat an uninsured-motorist claim fairly?
Yes, your insurer still owes you a fair process, even though you're filing against your own policy rather than someone else's. We push back when insurers delay or undervalue these claims.
What evidence helps most in a hit-and-run case?
Camera footage, debris at the scene, paint transfer, partial plate numbers, and witness accounts are all valuable. The sooner this evidence is gathered, the better, since footage and physical evidence can disappear quickly.
Should I report the crash even if I plan to rely on my own insurance?
Yes. A police report from Broomfield Police creates an official record of the crash and supports your uninsured-motorist claim, even if the fleeing driver is never identified.
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