Arapahoe County · Rider fault and comparative negligence
Greenwood Village Motorcycle Rider Fault Lawyers
Greenwood Village motorcycle rider fault lawyers for riders hurt in Greenwood Village. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
When Insurers Blame the Rider
McCormick & Murphy are Greenwood Village motorcycle rider fault lawyers for riders blamed for speed, lane position, or not being seen. We file in Arapahoe County Justice Center.
After a crash on Belleview Avenue, Orchard Road, or University Boulevard, the first move by an insurance adjuster is often to point at the rider. They claim speed, poor lane position, or that the rider wasn't visible to other drivers. These are arguments to test against the evidence, not conclusions to accept.
Colorado law, under C.R.S. § 13‑21‑111, reduces a rider's recovery by their percentage share of fault. If the rider's negligence is found equal to or greater than the other driver's, recovery is barred entirely. That makes the fight over fault percentage central to any claim we bring.
We push back on the assumption that a rider caused or contributed to a crash simply because a car driver says so. Every fault argument gets examined against the physical facts of the scene, not just the version told to the responding officer.
Building the Real Picture of Fault
A police report is a starting point, not the final word. Officers responding to crashes near Englewood or Cherry Hills Village write down what they're told and what they can quickly observe, but they don't always have the full picture. Skid marks, debris fields, traffic camera footage, and nearby business surveillance can tell a different story than the initial report.
Witness statements matter too, especially from people with no stake in the outcome. We gather this evidence early, while it's still available, because video gets overwritten and memories fade. The goal is to show clearly where fault actually lies, not just where an insurer wants to place it.
- Photos of the scene, your bike, and any other vehicles involved
- Contact information for anyone who saw the crash happen
- Copy of the police report once it's available
- Any dashcam, helmet cam, or nearby business surveillance footage
- Medical records from HCA HealthONE Swedish or Sky Ridge Medical Center
Handling Fault Disputes in Arapahoe County
Motorcycle crashes we see in Greenwood Village often happen at busy intersections or along stretches like Orchard Road where lane changes and merging create disputes over who had the right of way. These are exactly the situations where insurers try to shift blame onto the rider rather than the driver who failed to see them.
When a case proceeds through the court system, it's typically filed at the Arapahoe County Justice Center. We prepare fault arguments with that venue in mind, gathering evidence that holds up whether the case settles or moves toward litigation.
What a Fault Dispute Can Affect
- Medical treatment and ongoing care costs
- Lost income during recovery
- Property damage to the motorcycle
- Pain and suffering tied to the injury
- Future earning capacity if injuries are lasting
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.
Greenwood Village Motorcycle Rider Fault Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Greenwood Village motorcycle rider fault lawyers after a crash?
Call Greenwood Village motorcycle rider fault lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The nearest office is in Denver, CO.
Does the insurer get to decide how much fault I share?
No. The insurance company will make an argument, but fault is determined by the evidence, not by what an adjuster claims. We investigate independently and challenge assumptions that aren't backed up by facts.
What happens if I was partly at fault for the crash?
Under Colorado's comparative negligence rule, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If your share is equal to or greater than the other party's, you may be barred from recovering. This makes the fault percentage a central issue in your claim.
Can the police report be wrong about who caused the crash?
Yes. Officers write reports based on limited time at the scene and what people tell them. Physical evidence, video, and independent witnesses can contradict what ended up in that report.
What if the other driver says I wasn't visible?
That's a common argument, but it doesn't settle the question of fault on its own. We look at lighting, sightlines, vehicle positioning, and other evidence to determine whether that claim actually holds up.
How do you fight a fault argument from an insurance company?
We gather scene evidence, video, and witness accounts early, then use that evidence to build an accurate account of how the crash happened. Every insurer argument gets tested against what the facts actually show.
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