City and County of Broomfield · Motorcycle passenger injuries
Broomfield Motorcycle Passenger Lawyers
Broomfield motorcycle passenger lawyers for passengers hurt in Broomfield. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Your Claim As a Motorcycle Passenger
McCormick & Murphy are Broomfield motorcycle passenger lawyers for passengers hurt when another driver hit the motorcycle. We file in Broomfield Combined Courts.
If another driver caused the crash that injured you, you generally have a negligence claim against that driver. As a passenger, you were not controlling the motorcycle, and that matters when insurance companies start pointing fingers between the operator and the other driver.
In some cases, the operator of the motorcycle you were riding on may also share responsibility if their negligence contributed to the crash. That does not mean every passenger has a claim against the rider, and it does not mean a passenger is barred from bringing one either. It depends on how the crash happened and what the operator did or failed to do.
We look at the facts of your specific crash before telling you who may be liable. Riding as a passenger does not reduce your right to pursue compensation for what you went through.
Building the Passenger's Case
Passenger injuries in a motorcycle crash often include being thrown from the bike, road rash, broken bones, and head injury. We gather medical records, photos, witness accounts, and any available crash reports to document what happened and how it affected you.
Because a passenger claim can involve more than one potentially responsible party, we also look closely at insurance coverage on both sides, the other driver's and the operator's, to understand where recovery may come from.
- Photos of your injuries, gear, and the crash scene if you were able to take them
- Contact information for the operator and any witnesses
- Medical records from UCHealth Broomfield Hospital or any provider who treated you
- Copies of any police or crash reports
- Notes on what you remember about how the crash happened
Handling Passenger Claims Tied to Broomfield
Motorcycle crashes involving passengers happen along corridors like 120th Avenue, Midway Boulevard, and U.S. Highway 36, as well as routes connecting Broomfield to Westminster and Superior. These are busy roads where speed and traffic changes can catch drivers off guard, with a passenger caught in the middle of the impact.
When a claim involves Broomfield, matters may proceed through Broomfield Combined Courts. Our office is based in Denver, and we work with clients throughout the City and County of Broomfield to sort out passenger claims, whether that means pursuing the other driver, the operator, or both.
What You May Be Able to Recover
- Medical bills for treatment and follow-up care
- Lost income if your injuries kept you from work
- Pain and suffering
- Costs of rehabilitation or ongoing therapy
- Property losses like damaged gear or belongings
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 Motorcycle Passenger Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Broomfield motorcycle passenger lawyers after a crash?
Call Broomfield motorcycle passenger lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The nearest office is in Denver, CO.
Can I sue the motorcycle operator if I was a passenger?
It depends on whether the operator's negligence contributed to the crash. Not every passenger has a claim against the rider, but a passenger is not automatically barred from bringing one either. We review the facts of your crash to see who may be responsible.
Does accepting a ride mean I gave up my right to make a claim?
No. Accepting a ride does not bar you from pursuing a claim if someone else's negligence caused your injuries. Your rights as a passenger are separate from any decision you made about getting on the motorcycle.
What if both the other driver and the operator were partly at fault?
A passenger claim can sometimes involve more than one responsible party. We look at how the crash happened and what each party did to determine where a claim may be directed.
What kinds of injuries do motorcycle passengers typically suffer?
Passengers can be thrown from the bike and suffer road rash, fractures, or head injury. Every crash is different, and we do not assume a passenger's injuries are worse or lighter than the operator's without looking at your specific case.
Do you handle passenger claims from crashes near Broomfield?
Yes. We work with clients hurt in crashes along roads like 120th Avenue, Midway Boulevard, and U.S. Highway 36, and cases connected to the City and County of Broomfield may proceed through Broomfield Combined Courts. We offer a free consultation to talk through your situation.
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