Adams County · Intersection accidents
Commerce City Intersection accidents Lawyers
Commerce City intersection accident lawyers for crashes on I-76, Colorado Highway 2. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Building an Intersection Accident Claim
McCormick & Murphy are Commerce City intersection 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.
Intersection crashes almost always come down to a dispute over who had the right of way. Each driver often insists the light was green or the other car ran the stop sign. Without a clear, outside account of what happened, the insurance company has room to shift blame onto you, which can reduce or wipe out your recovery.
We work to establish what actually happened at the intersection, not just what each driver says happened. That means looking at signal timing, the physical positions of the vehicles after impact, and any independent accounts from people who saw the crash unfold. Colorado's comparative fault rules mean the percentage of blame assigned to you directly affects what you can recover, so this groundwork matters.
We also look at whether a turning vehicle failed to yield, whether a driver ran a stop sign or red light, or whether a sight obstruction played a role. Each of these scenarios points to different evidence and different arguments about fault, and we build the claim around the facts of your specific intersection.
Evidence That Resolves Conflicting Accounts
Because intersection cases so often turn into one driver's word against another's, objective evidence carries extra weight. Signal phasing records can show what the light sequence was at the time of the crash. Traffic cameras or nearby business security footage sometimes capture the actual moment of impact. Lane markings and the pattern of vehicle damage can also help show the direction and speed of each vehicle and who entered the intersection first.
We also gather witness accounts quickly, before memories fade, and we look at whether anything blocked a driver's view of the intersection, such as parked vehicles, signage, or landscaping. When a vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder, that information can add another layer of detail about speed and braking before the collision. Taken together, this evidence helps move the claim away from guesswork and toward a factual account of what happened.
- Photos of the signal, stop signs, and lane markings at the intersection
- Contact information for any witnesses who saw the crash
- Names of nearby businesses that may have exterior security cameras
- Your own account of the signal color and direction of travel, written down soon after
- Any vehicle damage photos showing impact points before repairs
Intersection Crashes in Commerce City
Commerce City sees a steady mix of local and through traffic where corridors like Colorado Highway 2, U.S. Highway 85, and 104th Avenue cross other roads, along with interchange traffic from I-76. These intersections handle commercial vehicles, commuters heading toward Denver, Thornton, and Aurora, and local drivers, which creates the kind of mixed traffic patterns where signal and right-of-way disputes commonly arise. Commerce City Police Department typically responds to these crashes and documents the scene, and their report often becomes a starting point for sorting out what happened.
If you were injured, care may be available at Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital. Claims that proceed to litigation are generally filed in Adams County, with cases often handled out of the Adams County Justice Center. We also work with clients from surrounding areas, including Brighton, Thornton, Northglenn, and the greater Denver area, who were involved in intersection crashes on Commerce City roads.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical expenses related to your injuries
- Lost income from time away from work
- Pain and suffering
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Ongoing care needs related to your injuries
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 Intersection Accident Lawyers FAQ
The other driver claims I ran the light. What if it's my word against theirs?
This is common in intersection cases, which is why we look beyond each driver's statement. Signal timing information, traffic or business camera footage, witness accounts, and vehicle damage patterns can all help establish what actually happened. We gather this evidence as early as possible before it becomes harder to obtain.
Does it matter if the intersection didn't have a traffic signal?
Yes, uncontrolled and stop-sign intersections raise different right-of-way questions than signalized ones. We look at which vehicle arrived first, sight lines, and any sign placement issues. The same principle applies though: objective evidence helps establish what happened rather than relying on competing accounts.
I was turning left when the crash happened. Am I automatically at fault?
Not necessarily. Left-turn crashes often involve questions about whether the oncoming driver was speeding, ran a stale yellow, or was otherwise not where they should have been. We examine the full picture before accepting an initial assumption about fault.
What if I was partly at fault for the intersection crash?
Colorado uses a comparative fault system, so being partially at fault doesn't necessarily bar you from recovering, though it can reduce the amount you receive. We work to accurately establish the degree of fault on each side so your recovery reflects the facts, not just the other driver's version of events.
What should I do right after an intersection crash in Commerce City?
If you're able, take photos of the signal or signs, the vehicle positions, and any damage before vehicles are moved. Get contact information for witnesses and note any nearby businesses that might have security cameras. Then reach out to us for a free consultation so we can start preserving evidence while it's still available.
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