Boulder and Weld counties · Motorcycle Accidents
Longmont Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Longmont motorcycle accident lawyers for crashes on U.S. Highway 287 and Colorado Highway 119 and across Longmont. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Fighting Insurer Bias On U.S. 287, Highway 119, And Hover Street
McCormick & Murphy are Longmont motorcycle accident lawyers for riders hit when another driver fails to see them or yield. We get the Longmont Public Safety or the Boulder County Sheriff's Office report, the UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital records, and file in the Boulder County Justice Center or the Weld County Combined Courts.
Longmont riders face a steep bias from insurers. The moment your motorcycle hits another vehicle on U.S. Highway 287, Colorado Highway 119, or Hover Street, adjusters assume the rider was speeding or took a bad line. That assumption is wrong, and it costs you. We start by mapping the accident scene—sight lines, road markings, traffic signals, and the physics of impact. We collect video if available, secure witness statements from drivers in the area, and photograph every detail. On roads like Ken Pratt Boulevard and around UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital, we know the traffic patterns and how crashes happen.
The other driver's failure to see you or yield the right of way is often the real cause. We prove it. Colorado traffic law is clear about duty to avoid hitting a motorcycle, and negligence isn't excused by "I didn't see them." We build that negligence claim on physical evidence: paint transfer, skid marks, vehicle damage, and the geometry of the impact. Our firm documents how the other driver's actions—not yours—created the collision.
Investigating Longmont Motorcycle Accidents & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Longmont motorcycle accident lawyers for riders hit on U.S. Highway 287, Colorado Highway 119, and Hover Street. We investigate crashes, gather evidence from Longmont Public Safety and Boulder County Sheriff's Office, and file in Boulder County Justice Center or Weld County Combined Courts. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
- Local Investigation & Evidence Collection: We map the accident scene—sight lines, road markings, traffic signals, and impact physics on roads like Ken Pratt Boulevard and near UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital. We collect video, secure witness statements, photograph details, and obtain crash reports, radio dispatch records, and surveillance footage. Medical records from UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital document injuries. Scene measurements, motorcycle damage, helmet condition, and reconstruction evidence prove the other driver's negligence, not rider error.
- Overcoming Insurer Bias With Physical Proof: Longmont motorcycle riders face steep insurer bias. Adjusters assume the rider was speeding or took a bad line the moment a crash occurs on U.S. Highway 287, Highway 119, or Hover Street. We refute that assumption with physical evidence: paint transfer, skid marks, vehicle damage, impact geometry, witness accounts, and traffic signal timing. Colorado traffic law is clear—negligence isn't excused by "I didn't see them." We prove the other driver's failure to see or yield caused the collision.
Proof That Insurers Try To Downplay After A Longmont Crash
We gather and preserve the proof that insurance companies try to downplay. Helmet and protective gear condition tell a story about impact force and rider position. Motorcycle damage reveals exactly where the other vehicle struck you and at what angle. Scene measurements, drone or photo documentation, and traffic signal timing all build the timeline. Crash reports filed by Longmont Public Safety or Boulder County Sheriff's Office are a start, but we go deeper—we obtain radio dispatch records, scene photographs, and any video from nearby businesses or traffic cameras.
Witness statements are gold. If someone saw the other driver fail to yield, make an illegal turn, or run a light on Colorado Highway 119 near Boulder or on any road between Lafayette and Firestone, we interview them and lock in their account. Reconstruction evidence—sometimes from an accident reconstructionist—shows the jury or the insurance adjuster what actually happened. Medical records documenting your injuries prove the crash's severity and the other driver's liability, not rider error.
Local investigations may involve Longmont Public Safety and Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, evidence on Colorado Highway 119 or Hover Street, scene measurements, and nearby witnesses.
Motorcycle accident claims require specific physical evidence to overcome insurer bias and prove what happened. Collect and preserve these items:
- Scene photos and video from multiple angles, including road surface, sight lines, traffic signals, and lane markings on U.S. Highway 287, Colorado Highway 119, Hover Street, or Ken Pratt Boulevard
- Crash report from Longmont Public Safety or Boulder County Sheriff's Office, including officer observations and any citations
- Names, phone numbers, and written statements from all witnesses
- Motorcycle damage photographs before any repair or movement
- Your helmet and protective gear (do not clean or discard)
- Medical records from UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital or other treatment providers documenting all injuries
- Photographs of your injuries at hospital intake and follow-up appointments
- Insurance company correspondence, including the adjuster's name and claim number
- Dash camera, traffic camera, or business surveillance video from the crash location
- Measurements of the accident scene, lane widths, and stopping distances
- The other driver's insurance information and statement
- Motorcycle maintenance records showing the bike was in proper working condition
- Cell phone records showing you were not distracted
- Weather conditions notes and visibility details at time of crash
UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital Records Behind Your Injury Claim
Motorcycle accidents produce injuries that look different from car crashes. Road rash, fractures, soft-tissue damage, traumatic brain injury, and spinal trauma are common even when helmets and gear work. UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital and other area providers document these injuries. We collect every medical record—emergency room imaging, surgery notes, physical therapy, and ongoing treatment. Insurers sometimes argue that injuries are minor or pre-existing; we use your full medical history and the extent of treatment to refute that lie.
Recovery takes time, and medical evidence anchors the dollar value of your claim. Orthopedic surgery, neurology consultations, and rehabilitation all show the court how the other driver's negligence changed your life. We work with medical experts to explain your injuries and prognosis, ensuring Boulder County Justice Center and Weld County Combined Courts understand what you've endured.
Official Longmont hospital, report, crash-record, and court links →
Medical Costs And Lost Wages From Your Longmont Motorcycle Crash
- Medical expenses: emergency care, surgery, imaging, physical therapy, and future medical needs
- Lost wages: income lost while you recover, and reduced earning capacity if your injuries are permanent
- Pain and suffering: physical pain, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and the limits on your activities
- Motorcycle repair or replacement: the cost to fix or replace your bike
- Scarring and disfigurement: visible injury lasting beyond healing
- Loss of consortium: if your injuries affect your marriage or close relationships
We pursue these damages in settlement negotiations and, if needed, in court filings at Boulder County Justice Center or Weld County Combined Courts.
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 Motorcycle Accident Claims: Your Questions Answered
Do I need Longmont motorcycle accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Longmont 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 claim if a motorcycle accident happened in Longmont?
Most Colorado motor-vehicle injury claims have a three-year statute of limitations. However, if the at-fault party is a public entity—such as a government agency or municipality—Colorado law requires written notice of injury within 182 days of the crash. Delays in notice can eliminate your claim against a public defendant. Contact an attorney immediately after a motorcycle accident to preserve all deadlines and protect your rights.
Why do insurance companies treat motorcycle accident claims differently?
Insurers often assume motorcyclists are more at fault or took greater risks, even when the other driver failed to see the bike or violated traffic law. This bias requires us to build a stronger factual foundation: scene evidence, sight-line analysis, witness statements, and crash reconstruction. Physical evidence—not assumptions—determines liability in a motorcycle claim.
What should I do with my helmet and gear after a crash?
Preserve your helmet and protective equipment exactly as they are. Do not clean, repair, or discard them. Damage to your helmet and gear is physical evidence that demonstrates the force and impact of the crash and supports injury claims. Photographs and the actual items will be reviewed by medical and engineering experts.
How much does it cost to hire McCormick & Murphy for a motorcycle accident claim?
McCormick & Murphy handles motorcycle injury claims on a contingency fee basis. We earn an attorney fee only if your case is settled or won in court. You do not pay us out of pocket. Advanced case costs—such as medical records requests, expert reports, or filing fees—are separate from the attorney fee and are discussed with you before incurring them. We do not charge you for those costs unless the case succeeds.
Should I give a recorded statement to the other insurance company?
No. Do not provide a recorded statement or detailed account to the other driver's insurer without speaking to an attorney first. Adjusters may use statements against you to reduce compensation or deny the claim. Contact McCormick & Murphy before communicating with any insurance company.
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Longmont motorcycle claims
Left Turn and Failure to Yield
A driver turns across a rider who had the right of way.
Lane Change and Blind Spot
A driver moves into a lane the rider already occupies.
Rear-End Motorcycle Crashes
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.
Helmet, Gear, and Road Rash
Helmet and gear as proof of impact, and what Colorado requires of young riders.
Motorcycle Passenger Injuries
A passenger hurt when another driver hits the motorcycle.
Rider Fault and Comparative Negligence
Insurers blame speed, lane position, or a failure to be seen.
Fatal Motorcycle Crashes
A rider or passenger dies, and the claim connects to wrongful death.
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