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Denver Failure-to-Yield Accident Lawyers
Denver failure-to-yield accident lawyers for crashes on Colfax Avenue, Federal Boulevard, I-25, and I-70. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Failure-to-Yield Accident Claims in Denver
McCormick & Murphy are Denver failure-to-yield accident lawyers for people hurt when another driver failed to yield. We get the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol report and the Denver Health records.
A failure-to-yield collision occurs when a driver does not give the right of way to another vehicle, pedestrian, or cyclist who has the legal right to proceed. These accidents happen at intersections controlled by traffic signals or stop signs, during left turns across oncoming traffic, at merge points on highways like I-25 and I-70, when entering from private driveways, and in crosswalks. The driver who fails to yield bears legal responsibility for the crash and the injuries that follow.
Right-of-way rules in Colorado are clear, but proving who had the right of way requires careful investigation. We examine traffic-control device timing, sight lines, the precise position of each vehicle before impact, witness statements, and any available video or dashcam footage. Our job is to show that the other driver's failure to yield directly caused your injury.
You had the right of way. The other driver turned left in front of you, pulled out from a stop sign, or merged into your lane without looking. The impact happened fast. Now you’re dealing with injuries, a wrecked vehicle, and an insurance company that wants to know why you couldn’t avoid the crash.
Here’s what you need to know: failure to yield accidents leave evidence. Traffic signals, damage patterns, skid marks, witness statements, and increasingly, intersection camera footage. These cases are not your word against theirs. They’re about physics, timing, and what the law requires every driver to do before entering an intersection or changing lanes.
Evidence We Gather in Failure-to-Yield Cases
The foundation of a strong failure-to-yield claim is physical evidence: traffic-signal timing records, photographs of sight lines and road conditions at the crash scene, vehicle damage patterns, and police reports filed with the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol. We obtain medical records from Denver Health Medical Center or other emergency providers to document your injuries and treatment.
Witness accounts are often critical. We identify and interview people who saw the crash, reconstruct the collision using accident-reconstruction experts if necessary, and gather any video footage from nearby businesses, traffic cameras, or dashcams. We also review the specific Colorado statute governing right of way to ensure the legal standard is met and clearly communicated in your claim.
After a failure-to-yield accident in Denver, evidence disappears quickly. Traffic signals are not routinely recorded; dashcam footage is deleted; witnesses move on; and scene conditions change.
- Signal timing / traffic-control records
- Lane markings and sight-line photographs
- Vehicle resting positions and damage photos
- Nearby business or traffic camera video
- Witness statements on right of way
- Crash report and officer notes
Speed matters—the sooner we act, the more evidence we can secure.
Failure-to-Yield Accidents Across Denver
Failure-to-yield crashes are common in Denver's dense neighborhoods and busy corridors. On Colfax Avenue, left-turn collisions occur regularly where drivers misjudge oncoming traffic. Federal Boulevard sees merge and turning accidents as drivers enter from side streets or driveways. I-25 and I-70 generate high-speed failure-to-yield collisions during lane changes and merges. We handle cases in Capitol Hill, Five Points, RiNo, Cherry Creek, Highlands Ranch, and all surrounding areas.
Denver's traffic patterns and weather conditions—rain, snow, and reduced visibility—can make right-of-way situations more complex. Drivers may claim they did not see another vehicle or pedestrian. We investigate those claims thoroughly, often proving that a reasonably careful driver should have seen the other road user and yielded. Our understanding of Denver streets and traffic flow helps us build credible, persuasive cases.
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Losses the claim may include
- Medical expenses, including emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, physical therapy, and ongoing treatment at Denver Health Medical Center or private providers
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity if your injury prevents you from working
- Pain and suffering, including physical pain, emotional distress, anxiety, and reduced quality of life
- Property damage to your vehicle and personal belongings destroyed in the crash
- Permanent scarring, disfigurement, or disability requiring long-term care or accommodation
- Costs related to travel for medical appointments and home modifications necessary due to your injury
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.
Denver Failure-to-Yield Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Denver failure-to-yield accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Denver failure-to-yield accident lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The Denver office is in Denver, CO.
How do I know if the other driver was at fault for failing to yield?
Colorado law grants the right of way based on specific circumstances: at traffic signals, the driver with a green light has the right of way; at stop signs, the first driver to stop has the right; turning left, you must yield to oncoming traffic; merging, you must yield to traffic already in the lane; and in crosswalks, drivers must yield to pedestrians and cyclists. We investigate the traffic-control devices, timing, sight lines, and vehicle positions to determine who had the right of way and who violated it.
What if there were no witnesses to my failure-to-yield crash?
Witness testimony is helpful but not required. We rely on physical evidence: vehicle damage patterns, police reports, traffic-signal timing, sight-line photography, medical records, and accident-reconstruction analysis. Video footage from nearby businesses or dashcams can be crucial. We also use expert testimony to demonstrate how a reasonably careful driver should have behaved in the circumstances you faced.
How long do I have to file a claim after a failure-to-yield accident in Denver?
Colorado's statute of limitations for personal-injury claims is three years from the date of the crash. However, you should not wait. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and obtain police reports from the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol. Delaying reduces our ability to build a strong case.
Do I have to pay a fee upfront, or how does your fee work?
We work on contingency. You pay no attorney fee unless and until we recover compensation for you through settlement or trial. Our fee comes from the recovery we obtain, so your money goes to your damages, not legal costs paid in advance. We discuss our fee agreement clearly during your initial consultation.
What should I do immediately after a failure-to-yield crash in Denver?
Call 911 if anyone is injured. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine—some injuries emerge later. Call the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol to report the crash and obtain a report number. Take photographs of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and the other driver's vehicle and license plate. Collect contact information from any witnesses. Do not admit fault. Call us as soon as possible so we can begin evidence preservation and investigation.
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