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Denver Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers
Denver hit-and-run accident lawyers for crashes on Colfax Avenue and Federal Boulevard. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Denver Hit-and-Run Claims: Police Reports, UM Coverage & Denver District Court Filings
McCormick & Murphy are Denver hit-and-run accident lawyers for people hurt by a driver who left the scene. We get the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol report and file in Denver District Court.
When a driver leaves the scene of a crash, criminal liability falls on that driver; civil liability falls on you to prove the collision happened and caused your injury. That burden is real but surmountable. We gather evidence—camera footage, witness statements, vehicle debris, paint transfer analysis, partial license plate information, and police records—to establish what occurred and build your claim.
Your uninsured-motorist (UM) policy is designed for exactly this scenario. It protects you when the at-fault driver cannot be identified or has no insurance. Filing a UM claim requires careful documentation and negotiation with your own insurer. We handle that process for you, from notice through settlement or trial in Denver District Court.
The other driver just left. You are standing in the street or sitting in your car and the person who hit you is gone. You got no license plate. No insurance card. No name. Your car is damaged or you are hurt or both and the person responsible drove away like nothing happened.
Now you are wondering if you have any way to recover what you lost. You are not sure what to do next. You are worried that because the driver disappeared your only option is to pay for everything yourself.
How Denver Police Reports, Camera Footage & Vehicle Debris Build Your Case
Immediate preservation of evidence is critical. Nearby businesses, traffic cameras, doorbell systems, and traffic sensors may have captured the collision and the fleeing vehicle. Police reports filed with the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol often include preliminary witness accounts and scene photographs. We subpoena these records and request video preservation orders to prevent destruction.
Physical evidence—paint chips, glass, plastic trim, fluid samples—can be matched to the fleeing vehicle's make and model. Repair shops and forensic labs analyze this material. Witness descriptions, partial plate numbers, and vehicle characteristics narrow the search. If the vehicle is later identified, we shift to a standard motor-vehicle claim; if not, your UM claim proceeds independently.
Investigating Denver Hit-and-Run Crashes & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Denver hit-and-run accident lawyers who gather crash evidence—camera footage, witness statements, vehicle debris, paint transfer analysis, and police records—and file uninsured-motorist claims when drivers flee the scene on Colfax Avenue, Federal Boulevard, and throughout the City and County of Denver.
- Local crash evidence: We subpoena Denver Police Department reports, request video preservation orders for traffic cameras and business surveillance, and analyze physical evidence like paint chips and debris to establish what occurred and identify fleeing vehicles.
- Local Claim Coordination: We coordinate local investigation, medical records, and court filing from our nearest office, with home or hospital meetings when travel is difficult.
After a hit-and-run on Colfax Avenue, Federal Boulevard, or anywhere in Denver, preserving evidence quickly is critical. This checklist covers what McCormick & Murphy gather to build your UM claim or identify the fleeing driver.
- Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol crash report
- Traffic camera footage from Denver intersections and corridors
- Business surveillance video from nearby shops and buildings
- Doorbell camera and residential security system recordings
- Witness statements and 911 caller accounts
- Vehicle debris including paint chips, glass, plastic trim, and fluid samples
- Paint transfer analysis and forensic lab reports
- Partial license plate information and vehicle descriptions
- Police BOLO and investigation notes
- Scene photographs from police and witnesses
- Your uninsured motorist (UM/UIM) policy terms and notice deadlines
- Repair estimates and vehicle damage documentation
- Medical records from emergency room, hospital, imaging, surgery, and rehabilitation
- Lost wage documentation and employment records
Early action prevents video overwrite and witness-memory fade. We subpoena records, request preservation orders, and file your UM claim in Denver District Court when needed.
Colfax Avenue and Federal Boulevard: Where Fleeing Drivers Vanish into Denver Traffic
Busy corridors like Colfax Avenue and Federal Boulevard see frequent traffic. Collisions in Capitol Hill, Five Points, RiNo, Cherry Creek, and Highlands Ranch often occur at intersections or during congested periods. Drivers who flee may believe no one witnessed the collision or hope to avoid liability; in reality, many crashes are captured by nearby cameras or reported by bystanders who call 911.
Denver's urban density and network of traffic signals create natural collection points for video evidence. Police respond quickly to injury crashes, and their initial investigation may identify partial information about the fleeing vehicle. We work with law enforcement and pursue every available lead—then leverage your UM coverage if the driver remains unidentified.
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Medical Bills, Lost Wages, and Pain and Suffering after a Denver Hit-and-Run
- Medical treatment and emergency care (emergency room, hospital stay, imaging, surgery, rehabilitation)
- Past and ongoing medical expenses (physical therapy, mental health care, medication, medical devices)
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity due to injury or recovery time
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress from the collision and uncertainty of the hit-and-run
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs (paid by collision coverage; UM claim covers bodily injury only)
- Loss of enjoyment of life and disability affecting work, family, and daily activities
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.
Questions We Hear from Denver Hit-and-Run Victims
Do I need Denver hit-and-run accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Denver hit-and-run 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.
Can I file a claim if the driver was never found?
Yes. Your uninsured-motorist coverage is specifically designed to protect you when the at-fault driver cannot be identified or located. We file a UM claim with your own insurer and prove the collision occurred and caused your injury. You do not need to identify the driver to recover under UM coverage.
What is your fee arrangement?
We work on contingency. You pay us nothing upfront and nothing out of pocket. We receive a percentage of any settlement or judgment we recover for you. If we do not recover money, you owe us no fee. This arrangement lets you pursue your claim without financial risk.
What is the deadline to file a hit-and-run claim in Denver?
Colorado's statute of limitations for personal-injury claims is three years from the date of injury. However, uninsured-motorist claims often have shorter notice requirements (typically 30 to 90 days). We file promptly to meet all deadlines and preserve your rights.
Will my insurance rates increase if I file a UM claim?
Colorado law is clearer than many people expect: not-at-fault accidents are not supposed to trigger a premium increase by themselves (C.R.S. § 10-4-628). State rules also limit rate increases based on claims paid under uninsured-motorist coverage. We focus on the claim itself; if rating looks improper afterward, you have complaint rights with the Division of Insurance.
What if police later identify the fleeing driver?
If the driver is identified, we may shift your claim to their liability insurance or pursue both their policy and your UM coverage (depending on coverage limits). Either way, our recovery goal remains the same: full compensation for your injury.
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