Fremont County · Hit and run
Florence Hit and run Lawyers
Florence hit-and-run accident lawyers for crashes on Colorado Highway 67, Colorado Highway 115. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Pursuing Compensation When the Driver Flees
McCormick & Murphy are Florence hit-and-run accident lawyers for people hurt in Florence. We get the Florence Police Department and Fremont County Sheriff’s Office report, the CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City records, and file in Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City.
A hit-and-run crash leaves victims with vehicle damage, injuries, and no one obviously accountable. In Colorado, that does not mean there is no path to compensation. Most drivers carry uninsured motorist coverage as part of their own auto policy, and that coverage is built for exactly this situation: a driver who cannot be identified or who flees before anyone gets their information.
We look at the facts of the crash to figure out which coverage applies and how to document that an unidentified vehicle was actually involved. Insurance companies sometimes question hit-and-run claims more closely than other claims because there is no other driver to point to. That makes a well-documented claim file even more important from the start.
We also look at whether the fleeing driver is later identified through police investigation or other means. If that happens, the claim may shift to include that driver's liability coverage in addition to, or instead of, uninsured motorist benefits. We handle the claim as the facts develop, so the victim does not have to manage shifting insurance issues alone.
What Helps Prove a Hit-and-Run Claim
Because the other driver is gone, evidence has to do the work that their cooperation normally would. Camera footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras can capture the fleeing vehicle. Paint transfer on the victim's car, debris left at the scene, and any partial license plate information noted by the victim or a witness can all help identify the vehicle involved, even if the driver is never found.
Witness accounts matter too, since someone nearby may have seen the vehicle, its direction of travel, or even part of its plate. We also rely on police records from the responding department, repair estimates that document the damage consistent with the collision, and the specific uninsured motorist terms in the victim's own policy. Together, this evidence supports a claim even without a named at-fault driver.
- Report the crash to police as soon as possible
- Write down any part of the license plate or vehicle description you noticed
- Photograph vehicle damage, debris, and the scene
- Ask nearby businesses or residents about camera footage
- Notify your own insurance company promptly about the hit-and-run
Hit-and-Run Crashes Around Florence
Florence sits along routes like Colorado Highway 67 and Colorado Highway 115, with local travel also passing through Main Street and East 3rd Street. These roads connect Florence to Cañon City, Penrose, Rockvale, Coal Creek, and Williamsburg, and hit-and-run crashes can happen anywhere along that corridor, from a quick clip in traffic to a collision in a parking area.
The Florence Police Department and the Fremont County Sheriff's Office are typically the ones who respond and investigate these crashes depending on where they occur. Injured victims are often treated at CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City, and if a claim moves into litigation, it is generally filed in Fremont County Combined Courts in Cañon City.
Damages That May Be Available
- Medical expenses related to the crash
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Lost income from time away from work
- Pain and suffering
- Future medical care tied to ongoing injuries
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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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 Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers FAQ
What if police never find the driver who hit me?
You may still be able to pursue compensation through your own uninsured motorist coverage, which is designed for situations where the at-fault driver cannot be identified. We review your policy to determine what coverage applies.
Do I need to file a police report for a hit-and-run claim?
Yes, a police report helps document that the crash was a hit-and-run and creates an official record insurers will want to see. Report the incident to the Florence Police Department or Fremont County Sheriff's Office depending on where it happened.
What if I only saw part of the license plate?
Partial plate information can still be useful, especially combined with other evidence like vehicle description, paint transfer, or camera footage. Every piece of information helps build the claim even if it doesn't lead to immediate identification.
Will my insurance rates go up if I file a hit-and-run claim?
This depends on your insurer and policy terms, and it's a fair question to raise directly with your insurance company. We focus on helping you pursue the compensation you're entitled to under your policy.
What if the driver is identified after I've already filed a claim?
If the fleeing driver is later identified, the claim may shift to include their liability insurance. We adjust the claim strategy based on how the investigation develops.
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