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Monument Intersection accidents Lawyers
Monument intersection accident lawyers for crashes on I-25, Colorado Highway 105. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Handling Intersection Accident Claims in Monument
McCormick & Murphy are Monument intersection accident lawyers for people hurt in Monument. We get the Monument Police Department and El Paso County Sheriff’s Office report, the UCHealth Memorial Hospital North in Colorado Springs records, and file in El Paso County Combined Courts.
Intersection crashes almost always come down to a dispute over who had the right of way. One driver says the light was green, the other says it was red. One says the stop was complete, the other says it was rolled. These conflicts make intersection cases harder to resolve than a simple rear-end crash, and insurers often use the disputed facts as a reason to delay payment or shift blame onto our client.
We work to cut through that dispute with objective evidence rather than relying on competing memories. That means looking at signal phasing, vehicle damage patterns, lane markings, and anything else that can show how the collision actually happened. The goal is to build a clear, defensible account of fault before the insurance company settles on its own version of events.
We handle claims from crashes at the signals and intersections along Highway 105, Second Street, Baptist Road, and the interchanges near I-25, as well as uncontrolled intersections throughout Monument and El Paso County. Whether the crash involved a left-turn conflict, a missed stop sign, or a crosswalk collision, we start by identifying the evidence that speaks for itself.
What We Look At in Intersection Cases
Signal phasing records can show what the light was doing at the moment of impact, and traffic or nearby business camera footage can sometimes capture the collision directly. We also look at lane markings and the physical layout of the intersection, since sight obstructions, turn lanes, and visibility issues often play a role in who had the right of way and who should have seen whom.
Vehicle damage tells its own story. The location and angle of damage can confirm or contradict a driver's account of how the vehicles were moving. We also gather witness accounts promptly, since memories fade and conflicting statements become harder to sort out as time passes. When a vehicle's event data recorder is available, it can provide additional detail on speed and braking leading up to the crash.
- Get contact information for any witnesses at the scene
- Photograph vehicle positions, damage, and the intersection layout
- Note the signal or sign status if you remember it clearly
- Identify nearby businesses or homes that may have camera footage
- Avoid discussing fault with the other driver or their insurer
Monument Intersections and Local Roads
Monument sits along the I-25 corridor between Colorado Springs and Castle Rock, with Highway 105, Second Street, and Baptist Road carrying significant local and commuter traffic. The intersections along these roads, including interchange ramps near I-25, see a mix of through traffic, turning movements, and pedestrian crossings that can lead to disputed-fault collisions.
Crashes we handle often involve the Monument Police Department or the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, depending on where the collision occurred, and injured parties are frequently taken to UCHealth Memorial Hospital North in Colorado Springs. We also represent people injured in intersection crashes in Palmer Lake, Woodland Park, Castle Rock, and Fountain, and claims arising from Monument crashes are typically filed in El Paso County Combined Courts.
Damages We Pursue
- Medical treatment and ongoing care costs
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Pain and suffering
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the crash
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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A passenger suffered traumatic brain, neck, and back injuries in a Colorado Springs intersection collision. After the carrier refused a fair number, a jury awarded $295,000 including interest and costs.
El Paso County jury verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Monument Intersection Accident Lawyers FAQ
Who is at fault in an intersection accident?
Fault depends on which driver had the right of way, whether a signal or sign was obeyed, and how each vehicle was moving at the time of impact. Evidence like signal phasing, video, and vehicle damage often resolves these disputes better than driver statements alone.
What if the other driver claims the light was green for them?
This is a common dispute in intersection cases, which is why we focus on independent evidence such as traffic camera footage, witness accounts, and vehicle damage patterns. These sources can support or contradict either driver's version of events.
Does it matter if the intersection had no traffic signal?
Yes. Uncontrolled intersections raise different right-of-way questions, often involving stop signs, yield rules, or simply who arrived first. We look at sight lines, lane markings, and witness accounts to reconstruct what happened.
What if I was turning left when the crash happened?
Left-turn collisions are among the most common intersection disputes because the turning driver often has to yield to oncoming traffic. We examine vehicle positioning, damage, and any available video to determine whether the right of way was properly yielded.
How soon should I contact a lawyer after an intersection crash?
Reaching out early helps preserve evidence like camera footage and witness contact information before it becomes harder to obtain. We offer a free consultation to review your situation and explain next steps.
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