Adams County · Distracted driving
Commerce City Distracted driving Lawyers
Commerce City distracted driving accident lawyers for crashes on I-76, Colorado Highway 2. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Proving a Distracted Driving Claim
McCormick & Murphy are Commerce City distracted driving accident lawyers for people hurt in Commerce City. We get the Commerce City Police Department report, the Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital records, and file in Adams County Justice Center.
Distraction is not always obvious from the crash scene. A claim requires evidence that actually connects the driver's lost attention to the moment of impact, not just a general assumption that someone was on their phone because distracted driving is common.
We look at what the driver was doing in the seconds before the collision. That can include phone activity, conversations with passengers, eating, adjusting a GPS or infotainment screen, or reaching for something in the vehicle. Each of these requires different proof, and some evidence disappears quickly if it isn't requested early.
Liability often comes down to timing. Did the driver fail to brake, drift out of a lane, or run through a stop or signal in a way that suggests their attention was elsewhere? We build the claim around the specific facts of how this crash happened, on roads like I-76, Colorado Highway 2, U.S. Highway 85, or 104th Avenue, rather than relying on guesswork about why the other driver didn't see you.
Evidence We Look For
Phone records, when they can be legally obtained, can show whether a driver was texting, talking, or using an app around the time of the crash. We also look for admissions the driver may have made at the scene or to police, since drivers sometimes acknowledge they weren't paying attention before they've had time to reconsider that statement.
Witness observations matter too. Someone who saw the other driver looking down, drifting, or failing to react to traffic ahead can support a distraction theory. We also pursue video from nearby businesses or traffic cameras, event data from the vehicle itself, and app activity logs that can help establish what the driver was doing and when.
- Your own phone, unedited, in case location or message timing becomes relevant
- Photos of the crash scene, vehicle positions, and any visible driver distractions
- Contact information for witnesses who saw the other driver's behavior
- Any statements the other driver made at the scene, written down as soon as possible
- Repair estimates and medical records tied to this specific crash
Handling Distracted Driving Claims in Commerce City
Commerce City sees a steady mix of commuter traffic and commercial travel on routes like I-76, Colorado Highway 2, U.S. Highway 85, and 104th Avenue. These corridors connect to Brighton, Thornton, Denver, Aurora, and Northglenn, and drivers moving between these areas are often rushing, checking directions, or otherwise not fully focused on the road.
When a crash happens here, Commerce City Police Department typically responds and documents the scene, and injured people are often treated at Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital. If a claim moves into litigation, it's generally handled through the Adams County Justice Center. We work with these local realities in mind as we build your case.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical treatment and ongoing care related to the crash
- Lost income from time away from work
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Pain, physical limitations, and disruption to daily life
- Future medical needs tied to injuries from the collision
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.
Commerce City Distracted Driving Accident Lawyers FAQ
How do you prove the other driver was distracted if they deny it?
We rely on evidence rather than the driver's own account. This can include witness observations, video footage, vehicle event data, and phone or app records when they're legally obtainable. Patterns in how the crash happened, such as a failure to brake or react, can also support a distraction theory.
Can I get phone records from the other driver?
Phone records can sometimes be obtained, but there are legal steps involved and not every request succeeds. We evaluate whether pursuing phone records makes sense based on the facts of your specific crash.
What if there's no video or witness to the distraction itself?
Many distraction claims are built on indirect evidence, like the driver's statements, the physical pattern of the crash, or inconsistencies in their account. A lack of direct video doesn't mean a claim can't move forward.
Does it matter where in Commerce City the crash happened?
Yes. Crashes on busy corridors like I-76, U.S. Highway 85, or 104th Avenue often have different visibility, traffic patterns, and witness availability than side-street collisions. We factor in the specific location when gathering evidence.
What does the free consultation involve?
We'll talk through what happened, what evidence may still be available, and whether you have a claim worth pursuing. There's no attorney fee unless we recover for you, so there's no financial risk in asking us to look at your situation.
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