Weld County · Motorcycle accidents
Greeley Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Greeley motorcycle accident lawyers for crashes on U.S. Highway 34 and U.S. Highway 85 and across Greeley. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Why Motorcycle Claims Need Direct Evidence
McCormick & Murphy are Greeley motorcycle accident lawyers for riders hit when another driver fails to see them or yield. We get the Greeley Police Department report, the Banner North Colorado Medical Center records, and file in the Weld County Combined Courts.
Insurers routinely blame riders first. They assume speed, inexperience, or recklessness before the facts are gathered. When you are hit on U.S. Highway 34, U.S. Highway 85, 10th Street, or 47th Avenue, we move quickly to preserve scene evidence, photograph sight lines, and document the other driver's line of sight and failure to yield. We also secure witness statements before memories fade and obtain the official Greeley Police Department or Weld County Sheriff's Office crash report.
Your injuries matter more than the insurer's narrative. We compile helmet and gear evidence, motorcycle damage photographs, scene measurements, and any available video to show exactly what happened. If reconstruction is needed, we work with qualified experts to connect the physics of the crash to the other driver's conduct—not to the motorcycle itself.
Evidence We Gather and Preserve
The first hours after a motorcycle accident are critical. We document the scene, identify and interview witnesses, measure sight lines and road conditions, and photograph the damage to both vehicles. We obtain the police report from the Greeley Police Department and Weld County Sheriff's Office and review it for accuracy. We also secure any traffic camera footage or private video that captured the collision.
Medical records from Banner North Colorado Medical Center and other providers become part of our evidence file. We review your helmet and protective gear, obtain engineering analysis if needed, and build a timeline that shows the other driver's actions—not assumptions about yours. This foundation is what we present to the insurer and, if necessary, to Weld County Combined Courts.
Local investigations may involve Greeley Police Department and Weld County Sheriff’s Office, evidence on U.S. Highway 85 or 10th Street, scene measurements, and nearby witnesses.
Motorcycle accidents in Greeley often involve disputes over who caused the crash. Insurers frequently blame the rider despite evidence pointing to the other driver's failure to see or yield. Build a strong claim by gathering:
- Scene photographs and measurements from the crash location (U.S. Highway 34, U.S. Highway 85, 10th Street, 47th Avenue, or nearby roads)
- Greeley Police Department or Weld County Sheriff's Office crash report and any follow-up investigation documents
- Witness statements collected at the scene or shortly after
- Video footage from traffic cameras, dashcams, or nearby businesses
- Medical records and imaging from Banner North Colorado Medical Center or other treatment providers documenting injury severity
- Helmet and protective gear condition and damage patterns
- Motorcycle damage assessment, repair estimates, and salvage photos
- Crash reconstruction evidence or expert analysis of impact, sight lines, and lane position
- The other driver's insurance information, statement, and driving history
- Your medical bills, lost wages, and ongoing treatment records
- Cell phone or distraction records for the other driver if applicable
Courts in Weld County Combined Courts will examine physical evidence of impact, sight line analysis, and medical causation. Do not delay gathering scene evidence—weather and roadway conditions change, and witnesses become harder to locate.
Medical Documentation and Injury Claims
Motorcycle accident injuries are often severe: fractures, road rash, internal injuries, spinal damage, and traumatic brain injury. We work with your medical team at Banner North Colorado Medical Center and other facilities to ensure every injury is documented, every treatment is recorded, and every limitation is reflected in your claim. We also track ongoing care, therapy, and any long-term effects.
We do not settle your claim based on early estimates. We wait for your medical condition to stabilize, review all imaging and specialist reports, and account for future medical needs. This ensures your claim reflects the full scope of your injury and recovery.
Official Greeley hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
Damages We Pursue in Motorcycle Accident Cases
- Medical expenses: emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, therapy, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and earning capacity if injury prevents you from working
- Pain and suffering, including the physical trauma and emotional impact of the accident
- Motorcycle repair or replacement and other property damage
- Permanent scarring, disfigurement, or disability caused by the crash
- Costs related to medical equipment, home modification, or assistance if recovery is long-term
We present these damages to the insurer with evidence and, if needed, file suit in Weld County Combined Courts to hold the other driver accountable.
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.
Greeley Motorcycle Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Greeley motorcycle accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Greeley motorcycle accident lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. The Denver office is in Denver, CO.
How much time do I have to file a motorcycle accident claim in Greeley?
Colorado law generally allows three years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, this deadline can be shorter if a government entity is involved—you may need to provide written notice within as little as 182 days. If the other driver was insured, your insurance carrier may also impose earlier notice requirements. Do not wait. Contact McCormick & Murphy as soon as possible so we can protect your rights and meet all deadlines.
Why do insurance companies blame motorcycle riders even when the other driver caused the crash?
Insurers use common bias against riders to reduce payouts. They may argue the rider was speeding, lane-splitting, or at fault despite evidence that the other driver failed to see the motorcycle or failed to yield. Physical evidence—impact damage, sight line analysis, road conditions, and witness accounts—often tells a different story. We investigate thoroughly and use reconstruction evidence, medical findings, and Colorado traffic law to counter these unfounded assumptions.
What happens if I was injured on U.S. Highway 34 or U.S. Highway 85 near Greeley?
Highway crashes often involve higher speeds and more severe injuries. Investigation of these scenes requires prompt evidence collection—road markings fade, debris is cleared, and witness memories dim. If you were hit by another vehicle on a U.S. Highway in Weld County, the Greeley Police Department and Weld County Sheriff's Office will file a report. We obtain that report, interview witnesses, preserve video evidence, and work with crash reconstruction experts to show exactly how the other driver caused the collision.
How does McCormick & Murphy charge for a motorcycle accident case?
We handle motorcycle injury claims on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fee unless we settle your case or win at trial. We only earn a fee if you recover money. Separate from the contingency fee, McCormick & Murphy advances case costs—expert fees, medical records, investigators, and court filings. Those costs are reimbursed from your settlement or judgment, not from your pocket upfront.
What if the other driver was uninsured or the crash happened in Evans, Windsor, or Milliken?
Uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage on your own policy may cover your injuries. Accidents in nearby communities like Evans, Windsor, and Milliken still fall under Weld County jurisdiction and Colorado law. We investigate who was at fault, identify all insurance sources—including your own policy—and pursue full compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. The location of the crash does not limit your claim; the negligent driver's liability does.
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A following driver hits the motorcycle and the rider is thrown.
Uninsured and underinsured motorist
The at-fault driver has no insurance, or limits too low for the rider's injuries.
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Motorcycle passenger injuries
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Rider fault and comparative negligence
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Fatal motorcycle crashes
A rider or passenger dies, and the claim connects to wrongful death.
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