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Denver Reckless Driving Accident Lawyers
Denver reckless driving accident lawyers for crashes on Colfax Avenue, Federal Boulevard, I-25, and I-70. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Reckless Driving Accident Claims
McCormick & Murphy are Denver reckless driving accident lawyers for people hurt by a reckless driver. We get the Colorado State Patrol report and the Denver Health records.
Reckless driving is more than carelessness—it reflects a deliberate choice to ignore safety. A driver may accelerate to excessive speeds, weave through traffic, ignore signals, or execute dangerous maneuvers without regard for pedestrians, cyclists, or other motorists. On busy Denver corridors like Colfax and Federal Boulevard, or on the interstate system, reckless conduct turns ordinary trips into life-altering events.
Our job is to investigate what happened, establish why the driver's behavior was reckless, and pursue both compensatory damages and, where appropriate, an investigation into punitive damages. We gather police reports, medical records, and evidence of the driver's conduct before, during, and after impact.
You were stopped at a light. Someone blew through at seventy miles an hour. Or you watched a car weave through traffic at highway speed on residential streets, then slam into you when they finally ran out of room. The damage was catastrophic. The behavior was outrageous. And now you are being treated like this was just another fender-bender.
Reckless driving is not an accident. It is a choice. The law recognizes that choice, and so do we. At McCormick & Murphy, P.C., we represent people who were hurt by drivers who knew better and did it anyway. We hold those drivers accountable not just for your losses, but for the decision to put everyone around them at risk.
Building Your Reckless Driving Accident Case
Reckless driving accidents often leave multiple evidence trails. We obtain speed data from event recorders, video footage from traffic cameras or dash cams, police citations, witness statements about the driver's aggressive behavior, and roadway information showing posted limits and conditions. We also look at whether the driver has a pattern of dangerous conduct—prior tickets, complaints, or accidents involving similar behavior.
Medical records from Denver Health Medical Center or other area providers document your injuries. We coordinate with accident reconstruction experts who can demonstrate how speed, angle of impact, or dangerous maneuvers contributed to the crash. This evidence becomes crucial when establishing liability and the driver's state of mind.
Reckless driving cases depend on time-sensitive evidence. Traffic camera footage, event data recorder information, and witness cell phone records may be deleted or lost.
- Speed and vehicle event data
- Video of pre-impact aggressive driving
- Citations and charging documents
- Witness accounts of reckless conduct
- Roadway geometry and conditions
- Any reported pattern of aggressive driving
Contact our office as soon as possible—early preservation can be the difference between a strong case and a weakened one.
Denver Reckless Driving Accidents: High-Speed Corridors and Urban Risk
Denver's arterial streets and interstate system see high volumes of traffic and, unfortunately, reckless drivers. I-25 and I-70 intersections create bottlenecks where aggressive lane changes and excessive speed compound injury risk. Colfax Avenue runs through Capitol Hill and Five Points—dense, mixed-use neighborhoods where pedestrians and cyclists are frequent targets of reckless driving. Federal Boulevard connects multiple Denver neighborhoods and carries significant through-traffic.
We know Denver's road network, the typical traffic patterns on these corridors, and the agencies investigating crashes here. Whether your accident happened on a neighborhood street in RiNo or Highlands Ranch, or on a major route in Cherry Creek, we apply local knowledge and national litigation experience to hold reckless drivers accountable.
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Losses the claim may include
- Medical expenses: emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, ongoing treatment, and mental health support
- Lost wages: income lost during recovery, reduced earning capacity if injuries are permanent
- Pain and suffering: physical pain, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life
- Punitive damages: in cases of extreme recklessness, an additional award designed to punish the driver and deter similar conduct
- Property damage: vehicle repair or replacement, personal belongings lost or damaged
- Future care costs: long-term medical needs, assistive devices, home modifications, and in-home care services
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 Reckless Driving Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Denver reckless driving accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Denver reckless driving 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.
What is considered reckless driving in Colorado?
Colorado law defines reckless driving as operating a vehicle in a manner showing conscious disregard for the safety of others. Examples include excessive speeding, aggressive weaving, racing, ignoring traffic signals, or dangerous passing. Unlike ordinary negligence, recklessness reflects intentional or willful conduct that creates serious risk of injury.
How is a reckless driving accident different from a regular car accident claim?
In a reckless driving case, the driver's behavior may support punitive damages—extra compensation beyond medical bills and lost wages. Punitive damages are meant to punish egregious conduct and deter others. We investigate whether the facts support punitive liability alongside standard compensatory claims.
What happens if the reckless driver receives a criminal citation?
A criminal reckless driving citation from Denver Police or Colorado State Patrol can strengthen a civil injury claim. The citation is evidence of the dangerous behavior. However, a criminal case and a personal injury case move separately. We pursue your civil compensation while criminal proceedings unfold independently.
How long do I have to file a reckless driving accident claim in Denver?
In Colorado, the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits is generally three years from the date of injury. However, filing a claim with the at-fault driver's insurance company should happen much sooner—often within weeks—to preserve evidence and begin settlement discussions. Delay can result in lost evidence and weakened claims.
How does your fee structure work?
We represent clients on contingency. You owe us no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you through settlement, judgment, or award. Our fee is a percentage of what we recover, agreed upon in writing at the outset. You also pay for out-of-pocket costs like medical records, expert fees, and court filing fees, which are reimbursed from any recovery.
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