Jefferson County
Lakewood Personal Injury Lawyers
Lakewood personal injury lawyers for car crashes, slips, dog bites, and insurance claims. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
Your First Call After a Lakewood Crash or Fall
McCormick & Murphy are Lakewood personal injury lawyers for people hurt in a crash, a fall, a dog bite, or another injury. We get the Lakewood Police Department report, the CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital records, and file in Jefferson County Courts.
You've been injured in a crash or accident in Lakewood, and now an insurance adjuster is downplaying your claim or offering far less than your medical bills and lost wages demand. That's when you need lawyers who understand both sides of the process—we've represented insurers before, which means we know exactly how they work and how to hold them accountable. We file suit when settlement talks stall, and we're ready to take your case to trial if that's what it takes.
We serve Lakewood from our Denver office, handling cases throughout Jefferson County and the surrounding area. Lakewood sits along U.S. Highway 6 and West Colfax Avenue, with serious collisions regularly occurring on Wadsworth Boulevard and Kipling Street as well. Injuries here are treated at CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital, and disputes end up before the Jefferson County Courts in Golden. We know these corridors, these local courts, and how to navigate them.
Auto Accidents, Motorcycle Crashes, and Other Lakewood Injury Claims
Auto and Truck Accidents
Rear-end, intersection, commercial-vehicle, distracted-driving, drunk-driving, hit-and-run, and uninsured-motorist claims.
Motorcycle Accidents
Serious injury claims requiring scene evidence, medical documentation, and a direct response to insurer bias against riders.
Premises Injuries
Unsafe ice, spills, stairs, lighting, parking areas, and other dangerous property conditions under Colorado premises-liability law.
Dog Bites and Attacks
Claims involving medical treatment, scarring, emotional trauma, lost income, and Colorado’s dog-bite statute.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Concussion and traumatic-brain-injury claims involving cognitive, emotional, physical, and work-related limitations.
Wrongful Death
Fatal-injury claims requiring prompt investigation and careful proof of the losses suffered by surviving family members.
Insurance Bad Faith
Claims involving delayed, denied, or underpaid benefits, including uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.
Collision Risks Along U.S. Highway 6, Colfax Avenue, and Wadsworth Boulevard
U.S. Highway 6 and West Colfax Avenue carry heavy commuter and commercial traffic, creating collision hazards during peak hours and adverse weather. Wadsworth Boulevard and Kipling Street experience frequent congestion and signal violations. Speed, distraction, and poor road conditions all contribute to serious injuries in this corridor.
If your accident occurred on any of these routes—whether between Lakewood and Golden, toward Wheat Ridge, or within Denver proper—documenting the scene, obtaining police reports, and preserving evidence become critical immediately after the crash. We guide you through that process and build your claim from the evidence forward.
The Lakewood Police Department responds to accidents and incidents across the city. An official police report is often essential to establishing fault and creating an objective record of what happened. We request these reports promptly, review them for accuracy, and use them as a foundation for your claim. If the report contains errors or omissions, we address those and gather additional evidence—witness statements, photographs, traffic camera footage—to fill any gaps.
Investigating Lakewood Personal Injury Claims & Client Office Access
McCormick & Murphy are Lakewood personal injury lawyers serving Jefferson County from their Denver office. We obtain Lakewood Police Department reports, CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital records, and file in Jefferson County Courts when settlement talks stall.
- Local Investigation & Evidence: We request Lakewood Police Department reports promptly, review them for accuracy, and gather witness statements, photographs, and traffic camera footage. We work with CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital to obtain complete medical records and imaging linking your injuries to the accident.
- Denver Office Serves Lakewood: We serve Lakewood from our Denver office, handling cases throughout Jefferson County. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you. 60+ years combined experience with local claims, courts, and the roads where serious collisions occur—U.S. Highway 6, West Colfax Avenue, Wadsworth Boulevard, and Kipling Street.
Documenting Your Injuries Through CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital Records
CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital, located nearby, provides emergency and follow-up care for injury victims. Prompt medical evaluation protects your health and creates a documented record linking your injuries to the accident. Even if you feel relatively well initially, some injuries—soft tissue damage, internal bleeding, or concussions—may not be apparent for hours or days.
We work with your medical providers to obtain complete records and imaging, and we understand the difference between initial emergency treatment and ongoing rehabilitation. Your medical evidence forms the backbone of your damages claim; we ensure nothing is overlooked.
Filing Suit in Jefferson County Courts When Settlement Talks Stall
If settlement negotiations do not resolve your case, we file suit in Jefferson County Courts in Golden. Our courtroom experience includes jury trials, summary judgment motions, and discovery disputes. We are prepared to take your case all the way to trial if the insurance company refuses a fair offer.
The civil process requires meeting deadlines for pleadings, discovery responses, and motions. We manage that calendar and keep you informed every step. Most cases settle before trial, but we never hesitate to prepare for and pursue litigation when necessary.
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What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Lakewood — and read client testimonials.
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.
Do You Need Lakewood Personal Injury Lawyers?
Do I need Lakewood personal injury lawyers?
Call Lakewood personal injury 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 does it cost to hire McCormick & Murphy to represent me?
We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fees unless and until we recover compensation for you through settlement or trial. Our fee is a percentage of what we collect, and all costs are deducted from the recovery. If we don't win, you owe us nothing.
What is the deadline to file a personal injury claim in Colorado?
Colorado's statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of injury. However, filing sooner is almost always better: evidence fades, witnesses become harder to locate, and memories dim. We encourage you to contact us promptly after your injury so we can preserve crucial evidence and build your case.
How long does a personal injury case typically take?
Simple claims with clear liability and limited injuries may settle within months. More complex cases involving serious injury, multiple parties, or insurance disputes can take one to three years or longer. We will give you a realistic timeline based on the specifics of your case.
Do I have to go to trial, or will my case settle?
Most cases settle before trial through negotiation and mediation. However, if the insurance company undervalues your claim or refuses to negotiate fairly, we are ready to file suit and take your case to trial. We never pressure you to accept a lowball settlement simply to avoid court.
What should I do immediately after an accident in Lakewood?
Seek medical attention if you are injured, call the police to report the incident, gather contact information from witnesses and the other party, take photographs of the scene and vehicle damage, and avoid signing documents or making recorded statements to insurance companies without legal advice. Then contact our office as soon as you can.
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