Fremont County · Auto and truck accidents
Florence Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers
Car or truck collision on Florence's Highway 67 or Main Street—we investigate and recover from day one, no fee unless we win.
How We Build Your Auto or Truck Accident Claim
Rear-end crashes, intersection collisions, commercial-vehicle incidents, distracted-driving crashes, drunk-driving accidents, hit-and-run cases, and uninsured-motorist claims all follow the same core principle: we prove who caused the wreck and hold their insurer accountable. We request the crash report from the Florence Police Department and Fremont County Sheriff's Office, interview witnesses on scene, photograph vehicle damage and road conditions, and preserve electronic data from your vehicle and the at-fault car or truck.
We also investigate the at-fault driver's conduct—phone records, prior violations, commercial logs if a truck was involved, and maintenance records that might show negligence. Every piece of evidence matters when we present your claim to the liability carrier and, if necessary, your own uninsured or underinsured motorist policy.
Evidence We Collect and Use
Driver conduct tells the story: Was the other driver speeding, texting, or impaired? We obtain cell-phone records, traffic citations, witness statements, and video from nearby businesses or intersection cameras. Vehicle damage patterns reveal the impact point and speed. We document every dent, broken glass, and deployed airbag—and request the at-fault vehicle's damage assessment from the other insurer's adjuster.
Electronic data recorders in modern vehicles capture pre-crash acceleration, braking, and steering. Trucking logs, inspection records, and commercial maintenance files establish whether a commercial driver or company failed to maintain the vehicle or violated Hours of Service rules. We also gather scene photographs, any traffic-camera footage, and a complete inventory of every available insurance policy—liability, uninsured motorist, and underinsured motorist.
Local investigations may involve Florence Police Department and Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, evidence from Colorado Highway 67 or Colorado Highway 115, and witnesses or businesses near the scene.
After an accident on Colorado Highway 67, Colorado Highway 115, Main Street, or East 3rd Street in Florence, preserve and document:
- Crash report filed with Florence Police Department or Fremont County Sheriff's Office
- Photographs of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and scene layout
- Names, phone numbers, and written statements from all witnesses
- Driver's license, insurance card, and vehicle registration of every driver involved
- Medical records and emergency-room visit details from CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City or other providers
- Treatment receipts, prescription records, and rehabilitation documentation
- Pay stubs and employer statements showing lost wages
- Traffic-camera or business security video from nearby properties
- Event-data-recorder (black box) information from your vehicle or the other vehicle
- For commercial vehicles: trucking company name, DOT number, driver logs, and vehicle-inspection records
- Complete insurance policy information for all vehicles and drivers
- Text messages, emails, or social media posts about the accident or injuries
- Any police citations or accident reconstructionist reports
Preserve all evidence immediately. Request the official crash report from Fremont County Combined Courts or the investigating agency.
Medical Treatment and Ongoing Care
After a collision in the Florence or Cañon City area, seek immediate care at CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City or your preferred emergency facility. Document every injury: whiplash, soft-tissue damage, fractures, head trauma, and psychological injury. Your medical records become the foundation of your damages claim.
We review all treatment notes, imaging studies, specialist referrals, physical therapy sessions, and prescriptions. If you need ongoing care, we work with your providers to establish the full scope and cost of future medical treatment. This medical evidence directly supports your recovery for past and future care expenses.
Official Florence hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
Damages We Pursue
- Medical expenses: emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, physical therapy, and long-term rehabilitation
- Lost wages: time away from work during recovery and ongoing wage loss if injury affects your earning capacity
- Pain and suffering: compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life
- Vehicle repair or replacement: the cost to fix or replace your damaged auto or truck
- Uninsured or underinsured motorist benefits: recovery from your own policy if the at-fault driver lacks sufficient liability limits
We present all damages to the responsible parties and their insurers, and litigate in Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City if necessary to recover what you are owed.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Florence — and read client testimonials.
A pickup hit me from behind on Hwy 50 east of Pueblo. The insurer offered $2,600. McCormick & Murphy helped with treatment, filed suit, and the case settled at mediation for $165,000.
C. O., Pueblo · Highway 50 crash
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Florence Auto and truck accidents FAQ
How much time do I have to file a claim after an accident in Florence?
Most motor-vehicle injury claims in Colorado have a three-year deadline from the date of injury. However, if a government entity (such as the Florence Police Department or Fremont County Sheriff's Office) is involved, you may need to send written notice much sooner—as early as 182 days after the accident. Do not wait. Contact us right away so we can determine the exact deadline for your situation and protect your rights.
What kind of accidents do you handle in Florence and Fremont County?
We handle rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, commercial-truck accidents, distracted-driving claims, drunk-driving cases, hit-and-run incidents, and uninsured or underinsured-motorist claims. We investigate accidents on Colorado Highway 67, Colorado Highway 115, Main Street, East 3rd Street, and surrounding roads. If you were injured in Florence, Cañon City, Penrose, Rockvale, Coal Creek, or Williamsburg, we can help.
How do you investigate truck accidents in the Florence area?
We obtain the crash report from law enforcement, collect scene photographs and video, retrieve event-data-recorder data from the truck, review commercial trucking logs and vehicle-inspection records, interview witnesses, and identify all responsible parties—the driver, the trucking company, maintenance contractors, or others. We also preserve evidence before it is destroyed and work with accident reconstructionists when necessary.
How much will I have to pay in attorney fees?
McCormick & Murphy handles auto and truck accident claims on a contingency-fee basis. We earn our attorney fee only if your case is settled or won. You pay nothing up front for the legal fee. Out-of-pocket case costs—such as records, medical reports, or expert fees—are separate and are discussed with you in advance.
What should I do right now if I was hurt in a crash in Florence?
Seek medical care immediately at CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City or the nearest emergency facility. Request a copy of the crash report from the Florence Police Department or Fremont County Sheriff's Office. Take photographs of vehicle damage and the accident scene if safe. Keep all medical records, pay stubs, and receipts. Write down what you remember while details are fresh. Then contact us for a free consultation—do not talk to insurance companies without guidance.
Related crash types in Florence
Distracted driving
Phone use, in-vehicle screens, passengers, food, and other distractions that take attention from driving.
Multi-vehicle accidents
Chain-reaction and pileup claims involving several drivers, impacts, insurers, and disputed fault.
Intersection accidents
Signal, stop-sign, turning, crosswalk, and lane-conflict crashes at controlled and uncontrolled intersections.
Uninsured and underinsured motorists
UM/UIM claims when the responsible driver has no insurance or insufficient liability limits.
Hit and run
Claims involving an unidentified or fleeing driver, including uninsured-motorist coverage.
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