Boulder and Weld counties · Left turn and failure to yield
Longmont Left-Turn Motorcycle Lawyers
Longmont left-turn motorcycle lawyers for riders hurt in Longmont. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Left-Turn and Failure-to-Yield Claims in Longmont
McCormick & Murphy are Longmont left-turn motorcycle lawyers for riders hurt when a driver turned across their right of way. We file in Boulder County Justice Center.
These crashes come down to negligence. When a driver turns left across an intersection or into a driveway and cuts off a motorcyclist who had the right of way, the legal question is whether that driver failed to yield when they should have.
That does not mean every left-turn crash is automatically the car driver's fault. We look closely at the rider's lane position, whether signals were used or ignored, and the speed of both vehicles before the collision. A fair investigation accounts for all of it.
Colorado follows a comparative negligence rule. If the rider shares some fault for the crash, the recovery can be reduced by that percentage. If the rider's share of fault is found to be as great as or greater than the other driver's, the claim can be barred entirely. Getting the fault analysis right from the start matters.
What Proves Fault in a Left-Turn Crash
The point of impact tells a lot about who had the right of way and who turned into whose path. Combined with sight-line evidence, such as parked cars, buildings, or foliage that may have blocked a driver's view, this helps establish what each driver could and could not see before the turn.
Witness accounts and any available video, whether from a nearby business, a doorbell camera, or a dashcam, can confirm or contradict a driver's version of events. We move quickly to identify and preserve this kind of evidence before it disappears.
- Photograph the intersection, vehicle positions, and any skid marks
- Get contact information for witnesses at the scene
- Identify nearby businesses or homes that may have camera footage
- Keep the motorcycle and gear until they've been documented
- Avoid discussing fault with the other driver's insurer before speaking with us
Longmont Intersections We See in These Cases
Longmont's mix of busy corridors and residential crossings creates recurring left-turn conflicts. We look at crashes along Hover Street, Ken Pratt Boulevard, and Colorado Highway 119, where turning traffic often meets riders moving through with the right of way. Cases from nearby Boulder and Erie raise the same issues.
Depending on where the crash happened, a claim may proceed through Boulder County Justice Center or Weld County Combined Courts. Riders treated for injuries locally, including at UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital, should keep those records together, since they help connect the crash to the injuries claimed.
Damages We Pursue in Left-Turn Cases
- Medical expenses tied to the crash
- Lost income from time away from work
- Damage to the motorcycle and gear
- Pain and suffering
- Long-term or permanent impairment
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.
Longmont Left-Turn Motorcycle Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Longmont left-turn motorcycle lawyers after a crash?
Call Longmont left-turn motorcycle 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.
Is the car driver always at fault in a left-turn crash?
Not automatically. Fault depends on who had the right of way, whether the rider's speed or lane position played a role, and what each driver could actually see. We investigate the full picture before drawing conclusions.
What if the driver says they never saw the motorcycle?
That statement doesn't resolve fault on its own. We look at sight lines, lighting, and obstructions to determine whether the driver should have seen the rider and yielded.
Can I still recover if I was partly at fault?
Colorado allows recovery reduced by your share of fault, as long as your fault isn't equal to or greater than the other driver's. We evaluate the facts to see where your case stands.
What evidence helps the most in these cases?
Point-of-impact evidence, witness statements, and video footage from nearby cameras are often the strongest proof. We move quickly to track this down before it's lost.
Which courts handle these claims near Longmont?
Depending on where the crash occurred, a case may be filed in Boulder County Justice Center or Weld County Combined Courts. We handle the venue questions so you don't have to.
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