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Denver Bicycle Accident Lawyers
We help injured cyclists in Denver recover medical bills and lost wages on contingency—no fee unless we win.
Why Bicycle Accident Claims Require Skilled Legal Review
Bicycle accidents happen in multiple ways: a driver opens a car door into your path, a turning vehicle cuts across your lane, a motorist passes too close, or roadway hazards force you into traffic. Each scenario involves different rules of the road and different proof.
Insurance companies and defense lawyers often blame the cyclist without examining the actual facts. We evaluate your claim against Colorado traffic law, local Denver ordinances, and the evidence — lane markings, signal timing, vehicle damage, your injuries, and witness statements — to show what actually happened and who bears responsibility.
What We Gather to Support Your Bicycle Accident Claim
We work with you and the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol report to collect photos of your bike and vehicle damage, roadway and lane design, traffic signal images, any available video or traffic camera footage, GPS or smartphone data showing your route and speed, and medical records from Denver Health Medical Center or your provider.
Helmet damage patterns, witness statements, and weather or roadway condition records also matter. We consult engineers and safety experts to explain how the crash occurred and why the driver's actions fell short of Colorado law.
After a bicycle collision on Colfax Avenue, Federal Boulevard, I-25, I-70, or local Denver streets, request the full police report from the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol immediately. Preserve video from nearby businesses, red-light cameras, or traffic cameras along your route.
- Bike-lane markings and roadway hazard photos
- Passing-distance or dooring evidence
- Nearby business or dashcam video
- Bicycle and vehicle damage documentation
- Witness contacts and police report
- Medical records from first treatment
Colorado's statute of limitations gives you time to investigate, but video and data can disappear fast.
Bicycle Accidents in Denver Neighborhoods and on Major Routes
Denver's Capitol Hill and Five Points neighborhoods see heavy bike traffic on Colfax Avenue and local streets. I-25 and I-70 corridors involve faster-moving vehicles and limited sight lines. Federal Boulevard carries mixed traffic with fewer dedicated bike lanes in some sections. Each location presents distinct hazards: busy intersections, unclear lane markings, or drivers unfamiliar with sharing the road.
We know these Denver streets and neighborhoods. We investigate whether proper signage, lane protection, or driver awareness could have prevented your crash. We also review whether the driver's insurance company has coverage for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
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Losses the claim may include
- Medical treatment and emergency care at Denver Health Medical Center or other providers
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Physical pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Bike repair or replacement and personal property damage
- Ongoing rehabilitation, therapy, or assistive devices
- Scarring, disfigurement, or permanent injury
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Denver — and read client testimonials.
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.
Denver Bicycle accidents FAQ
Do I pay you anything upfront?
No. We take bicycle accident claims on a contingency basis. You pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you through settlement or judgment. Court costs and expert fees are handled separately and discussed with you in writing before we incur them.
How long do I have to file a bicycle accident claim in Colorado?
Colorado's personal-injury statute of limitations is three years from the date of the crash. However, we recommend contacting us as soon as possible after your accident because evidence — video, witness memories, and police records — can fade or disappear. Early investigation strengthens your claim.
What if I was hit while riding on a bike trail or park path in Denver?
Bike trails and parks involve different liability rules than public roads. We evaluate whether the city or county maintained the path safely, whether warnings were adequate, and whether another person or vehicle caused your crash. Government immunity may limit recovery, but we explore all available claims.
Will my own actions (riding without lights, not wearing a helmet) defeat my claim?
Colorado applies comparative negligence: your recovery may be reduced if you share fault, but you can still recover if the driver bears more responsibility. We do not rely on stereotypes about cyclists. We examine the actual facts — speed, visibility, the driver's attention, and road design — to show causation and accountability.
What if the driver left the scene or has no insurance?
Hit-and-run cases and uninsured-motorist claims require prompt reporting to the Denver Police Department and your own insurer. We help you navigate uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, Denver's victim-assistance programs, and any civil remedies against a fleeing driver once identified.
Discuss your Denver accident
Free consultation. No attorney fee unless we recover for you.