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You were driving through an intersection when another driver ran a red light and slammed into your vehicle. Or maybe you had the right of way on a left turn and someone plowed through without stopping. Now you’re dealing with injuries, a totaled car, and an insurance company that’s suggesting you share the blame.
Intersection accidents are different from other crashes because they happen at one of the most documented locations on any road. Traffic signals, cameras, skid marks, witnesses stopped at the light — the evidence exists. The question is whether someone will fight to collect it before it disappears.
McCormick & Murphy represents drivers injured in intersection collisions throughout Colorado Springs, Briargate, Falcon, Manitou Springs, and the surrounding areas. When fault is being disputed at an intersection, we know exactly where to look for proof.
Intersections force multiple streams of traffic to cross paths in a confined area. When drivers misjudge a light, fail to yield, or speed through a yellow that’s already turned red, the result is often a T-bone or angle collision — one of the deadliest types of crashes.
Unlike rear-end accidents where speed is gradually reduced, intersection crashes happen at full approach speed. A driver running a red light isn’t slowing down. A driver making an illegal left turn isn’t braking. The force of impact goes directly into the side of your vehicle, where there’s far less structural protection than the front or rear.
These collisions cause catastrophic injuries. Broken bones. Traumatic brain injuries. Spinal cord damage. Internal bleeding. The side-impact nature of the crash means your body absorbs energy that crumple zones were never designed to handle.
And then comes the fight over who’s responsible.
Insurance companies know that intersection accidents often come down to competing stories. One driver says the light was green. The other insists they had the arrow. Without independent proof, adjusters will try to assign shared fault — even when the facts don’t support it.
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule. That means you can recover compensation even if you’re partially at fault, as long as your share of blame is less than the other driver’s. But every percentage point of fault assigned to you reduces your settlement by the same amount. If you’re found 30% at fault, you lose 30% of your recovery.
That’s why insurance companies push so hard to shift blame in intersection cases. If they can paint you as even partly responsible, they cut their payout.
We don’t let that happen. When we take an intersection accident case, we treat the scene like a crime scene. We document everything. We pull traffic camera footage. We interview witnesses. We reconstruct the collision using physical evidence the other side hopes no one will find.
Intersections are one of the few places where multiple forms of documentation converge. If you know where to look and you act quickly, the proof is there.
Most modern traffic signals in Colorado Springs keep electronic logs of light cycles. We can request those records to show exactly what color the light was at the time of impact. This isn’t guesswork. It’s timestamped data that matches up with the 911 call, witness statements, and crash reports.
Colorado Springs operates red light cameras at select high-risk intersections. Even where red light enforcement cameras aren’t present, many intersections have traffic monitoring cameras maintained by the city or CDOT. We submit records requests immediately to preserve that footage before it’s overwritten. Most systems only retain video for 30 to 90 days.
Vehicles stopped at the intersection may have dashcams running. Businesses near the intersection often have exterior security cameras that captured the crash. We canvas the area and contact potential witnesses before that footage disappears.
The physical evidence at the scene tells a story. Skid marks show whether a driver attempted to brake. Debris fields show the angle and force of impact. Gouge marks in the pavement reveal the point of collision. We work with accident reconstruction experts who translate that evidence into a clear picture of what happened.
Other drivers stopped at the light saw what happened. Pedestrians waiting to cross saw it. We identify and interview those witnesses while their memories are fresh, before insurance companies can suggest alternative explanations.
The location and severity of damage on both vehicles provides objective proof of the collision dynamics. A T-bone impact on your driver’s side door with minimal front-end damage to the other vehicle tells a clear story about who entered the intersection unlawfully.
Certain intersection configurations and driver behaviors lead to predictable crash patterns. Knowing how these accidents typically happen helps us identify the evidence that matters most.
A driver accelerates through a red light and strikes a vehicle that has the green. This is one of the clearest liability cases — if you can prove the light was red. Traffic signal data, camera footage, and witness testimony become critical.
A driver turns left across oncoming traffic without a protected arrow and collides with a vehicle traveling straight through the intersection. Colorado law is clear: the turning driver must yield. Unless the oncoming driver was speeding excessively or ran a red light themselves, the turning driver bears fault.
A driver goes straight through an intersection when the opposing traffic has a green turn arrow. This happens frequently at intersections with protected left turn phases. Camera footage and signal timing data prove who had the right of way.
A driver fails to stop in time and rear-ends a vehicle stopped at a red light. While these are usually straightforward liability cases, insurance companies sometimes argue the front driver stopped short or that brake lights were out. We collect evidence to shut down those defenses.
Two drivers enter an intersection during a yellow light phase from different directions. These cases require precise reconstruction to determine who entered legally and who should have stopped. Signal timing, vehicle speed, and distance from the stop line all matter.
A driver on their phone, adjusting the radio, or otherwise distracted fails to notice the red light or a vehicle with the right of way. We subpoena phone records when distraction is suspected. Detailed billing records can show whether the at-fault driver was on a call or using data at the moment of impact.
The side-impact and angle crashes that happen at intersections cause different injuries than head-on or rear-end accidents. Your body is exposed. The force is lateral. The injuries are often severe.
T-bone collisions commonly result in rib fractures, lung contusions, and internal organ damage. The door intrudes into the passenger compartment, striking your torso and pelvis with devastating force.
Head and brain injuries occur when your head strikes the window, B-pillar, or when the sudden lateral acceleration causes your brain to impact the inside of your skull. Traumatic brain injuries from intersection accidents can have lasting cognitive and emotional effects.
Spinal injuries happen when the rotational force of a side impact twists your spine beyond its normal range of motion. Herniated discs, fractures, and spinal cord damage can leave you with chronic pain or permanent disability.
Extremity injuries are common because your arms and legs are closest to the point of impact. Shattered femurs, crushed ankles, and severe soft tissue damage require extensive surgery and rehabilitation.
We work with medical experts who understand the mechanism of intersection collision injuries. They connect your specific injuries to the forces involved in your crash, providing the medical foundation your claim needs.
The steps you take immediately after an intersection crash affect both your health and your legal rights.
Call 911 even if you think you’re not seriously hurt. Intersection accidents involve high forces. Adrenaline masks pain. Injuries that seem minor at the scene can be life-threatening hours later. Get checked by paramedics. Go to the emergency room if they recommend it.
Don’t move your vehicle unless it’s creating a safety hazard. The position of the vehicles is evidence. If you must move for safety, take photos first showing the final resting positions and the intersection itself.
Document the scene. Photograph the traffic signals, all vehicle damage from multiple angles, skid marks, debris, your injuries, and the intersection layout. Capture the signal phase if it’s still cycling. Note the time and which direction had the green light.
Identify witnesses. Get names and phone numbers from anyone who saw the crash. Other drivers stopped at the light. Pedestrians. People in nearby businesses. Their statements will matter when the other driver changes their story.
Don’t discuss fault at the scene. Don’t apologize. Don’t speculate about what happened. The other driver may seem friendly now but will testify against you later. Let the evidence speak.
Report the crash to your insurance company but limit your statement to basic facts. You were in an intersection accident. You’re injured. You’re seeking medical care. Don’t give recorded statements or sign releases without talking to a lawyer first.
Contact an attorney immediately. Intersection accident evidence disappears fast. Traffic camera footage gets overwritten. Witnesses forget details. Skid marks fade. We need to start collecting proof while it still exists.
Adjusters know that intersection crashes are high-value cases because of the severe injuries involved. They also know that fault can be murky when it’s one driver’s word against another’s. They use that ambiguity to deny claims or force low settlements.
They’ll claim you ran the red light even when their own driver admits otherwise in the police report. They’ll argue you were speeding and could have avoided the collision even if you had the right of way. They’ll say the light was yellow for both of you and assign equal fault.
They’ll use Colorado’s comparative fault rule as a weapon, suggesting that even if their driver was mostly at fault, you share some blame for not being more cautious. Every percentage point they can stick on you is money they keep.
They’ll pressure you to settle before you’ve even finished treatment, offering a few thousand dollars to sign a release while you’re still dealing with medical bills and missing work.
We’ve handled these tactics hundreds of times. We don’t negotiate from a position of weakness. We walk in with traffic signal data, camera footage, witness statements, and reconstruction analysis. We show them exactly what happened and exactly what it’s going to cost them if they don’t make a fair offer.
Evidence in intersection accident cases has a shelf life. Traffic camera systems overwrite footage every 30 to 90 days depending on the jurisdiction. Witnesses move or forget details. Skid marks wash away in the rain. Business security footage gets deleted to make room for new recordings.
The defendant’s insurance company has investigators working the scene within hours of the crash. They’re taking photographs. They’re interviewing witnesses. They’re building a defense while you’re still in the emergency room.
If you wait weeks to contact a lawyer, critical evidence is already gone. We’ve seen cases where a 60-day delay meant the difference between clear video proof and a he-said-she-said dispute.
When you call McCormick & Murphy after an intersection accident, we immediately send our team to the scene. We photograph the intersection. We identify camera locations. We submit public records requests for footage and signal data. We locate and interview witnesses. We preserve the evidence that proves your case.
Kirk McCormick and Jay Murphy built this firm on a simple principle: fight for clients the way you’d fight for family. That means treating every intersection accident case like it’s going to trial — because it might.
We don’t take cases we can’t win. We don’t make promises we can’t keep. When we agree to represent you, it’s because we’ve reviewed the facts and we believe we can prove the other driver was at fault.
Here’s how we build intersection accident cases:
We conduct an independent investigation. We don’t rely on the police report alone. We visit the scene, analyze the physical evidence, and reconstruct what happened using the same methods crash investigators use.
We preserve all available evidence. Traffic camera footage. Signal timing records. Business security video. Dashcam recordings. We get it all before it disappears.
We bring in experts when needed. Accident reconstruction specialists who can testify about speeds, sightlines, and stopping distances. Biomechanical engineers who explain how your injuries match the collision forces. Medical experts who document the full extent of your damages.
We handle all communication with insurance companies. You focus on healing. We deal with the adjusters, the recorded statements, the paperwork, and the settlement negotiations.
We calculate your full damages. Medical bills are just the start. We account for future treatment, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life. We don’t leave money on the table.
We’re ready to go to court. Most cases settle, but insurance companies only make fair offers when they know the alternative is a trial they’ll lose. We prepare every case for litigation from day one.
McCormick & Murphy represents clients injured in intersection collisions throughout Colorado Springs and the surrounding communities. We’ve handled cases involving intersections in Briargate, Gleneagle, InterQuest, University Village, Pulpit Rock, Stetson Hills, Banning Lewis Ranch, Falcon, Meridian Ranch, Stratmoor, Stratton Meadows, Security-Widefield, Widefield, Broadmoor, Broadmoor Bluffs, Broadmoor Glen, Cheyenne Meadows, Ivywild, Fort Carson, Star Ranch, Skyway, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, Rockrimmon, Mountain Shadows, Oak Valley Ranch, Cedar Heights, Garden of the Gods, Springs Ranch, Wolf Ranch, Woodmen Hills, Cordera, Village Seven, Vista Grande, Wagon Trails, Sundown, University Park, Spring Creek, and Rustic Hills.
If you were injured in an intersection accident anywhere in the Colorado Springs area, we can help.
You didn’t cause this crash. Someone else’s careless decision — to run a red light, to turn without yielding, to drive distracted through an intersection — put you in this situation. You have the right to hold them accountable.
You have the right to full compensation for your medical expenses, both past and future. For the wages you’ve lost and the income you’ll lose if your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job. For the pain you’re experiencing and the limitations this crash has imposed on your life.
You have the right to an attorney who will fight for you, not just process your claim. Someone who understands that this case isn’t about paperwork — it’s about your recovery, your family, and your future.
Call McCormick & Murphy at 719-389-0400. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and start building the evidence you need to prove what really happened at that intersection.
You can also reach us through our website at mccormickmurphy.com.
The consultation is free. You don’t pay anything unless we recover compensation for you. And the clock is ticking on evidence that won’t be there if we wait.
Call 911 first, even if your injuries seem minor. Intersection collisions involve high-force impacts, and adrenaline can mask serious injuries. Don’t move your vehicle unless it creates a safety hazard — the position of the cars is evidence. If you must move them, photograph everything first. Document the scene thoroughly: take photos of all vehicle damage, the traffic signals, skid marks, debris, and the intersection itself. Get contact information from witnesses, especially other drivers stopped at the light who saw what happened. Seek immediate medical attention even if you feel okay. Contact an attorney as soon as possible because critical evidence like traffic camera footage gets overwritten quickly, often within 30 to 90 days.
Fault is determined by analyzing who had the legal right of way and who violated traffic laws. We gather traffic signal timing data to prove what color the light was at the moment of impact. Traffic camera and red light camera footage provides objective proof of who entered the intersection unlawfully. Witness statements from other drivers at the intersection confirm what happened. Physical evidence like skid marks, debris patterns, and vehicle damage location tells the story of the collision dynamics. Accident reconstruction experts can calculate speeds, stopping distances, and sightlines. The police report provides an initial assessment, but we conduct our own independent investigation to build the strongest possible case.
Yes. Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule, which means you can recover compensation as long as you are less than 50% at fault. However, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you’re found 20% at fault, you receive 80% of your total damages. If you’re 30% at fault, you get 70%. This is why insurance companies fight so hard to assign you partial blame — every percentage point reduces what they pay. We aggressively challenge fault allegations and use evidence to prove the other driver bears primary or sole responsibility for the crash.
Colorado’s statute of limitations gives you three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, you should not wait anywhere near that long to take action. Critical evidence disappears quickly after an intersection accident. Traffic camera footage gets overwritten in 30 to 90 days. Witnesses’ memories fade. Physical evidence at the scene is lost to weather and road maintenance. The sooner you contact an attorney, the more evidence we can preserve. Additionally, insurance companies view delays as weakness and may offer less if you wait months to make a claim.
Traffic signal timing data is critical because it proves exactly what color the light was when the collision occurred. Traffic camera and red light camera footage provides visual proof of who violated the signal or failed to yield. Witness statements from other drivers stopped at the intersection offer independent confirmation of the events. Vehicle damage patterns show the angle and force of impact, which reveals who entered the intersection unlawfully. Skid marks and debris fields document the physical dynamics of the crash. Phone records can prove the at-fault driver was distracted. We gather every available piece of evidence because intersection cases often come down to proving who’s telling the truth.
Traffic cameras and red light cameras provide objective, timestamped video evidence that can definitively prove who had the right of way and who violated traffic laws. This footage shows whether a driver ran a red light, failed to yield on a turn, or entered the intersection when they shouldn’t have. It eliminates the he-said-she-said dispute that insurance companies use to deny claims or assign shared fault. However, this footage is only stored for a limited time — typically 30 to 90 days — before it’s overwritten. We immediately submit records requests to the city and CDOT to preserve this evidence before it disappears. Even intersections without red light enforcement cameras often have traffic monitoring cameras that can help your case.
T-bone and angle collisions cause severe injuries because the impact occurs on the side of the vehicle where there is minimal structural protection. Rib fractures, lung contusions, and internal organ damage are common as the door intrudes into the passenger compartment. Traumatic brain injuries occur when occupants’ heads strike the window or B-pillar, or from the rotational forces of the impact. Spinal injuries including herniated discs, fractures, and spinal cord damage result from the sudden lateral forces that twist the spine beyond its normal range. Broken bones in the arms, legs, pelvis, and hips happen because those body parts are closest to the point of impact. Many of these injuries require extensive surgery, long-term rehabilitation, and can result in permanent disability or chronic pain.
Intersections are designed to control traffic flow, but they’re also among the most dangerous areas on our roadways. In fact, according to the Federal Highway Administration, approximately 40% of all crashes occur at intersections. If you’ve been involved in an intersection accident in Colorado Springs, securing experienced legal representation is crucial to protect your rights and maximize your compensation. At McCormick & Murphy, our Colorado Springs intersection accident lawyers bring over 50 years of combined experience to help victims navigate complex claims, deal with insurance companies, and recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. Call us today for a free consultation.
Intersection accidents can be terrifying and result in severe injuries or fatalities. Our Colorado Springs intersection accident lawyers have extensive experience handling various types of intersection collision cases:
Establishing fault in intersection accidents isn’t always straightforward. Multiple factors can contribute, including traffic signal malfunctions, poor visibility due to weather conditions, road design defects, or unclear right-of-way situations. Colorado follows modified comparative negligence laws, meaning your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault, and you cannot recover damages if you’re more than 50% responsible.
Our lawyers conduct exhaustive investigations that include:
We meticulously build your case to establish liability against negligent drivers, government entities responsible for intersection design or maintenance, or vehicle manufacturers if defects contributed to the accident.
If you’ve sustained serious injuries in an intersection accident, understanding your legal options is essential. There are typically three avenues for recovering compensation:
Our Colorado Springs intersection accident lawyers are skilled negotiators who exhaust all settlement possibilities before recommending litigation. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, strengthening our negotiating position with insurers. When litigation becomes necessary, our extensive courtroom experience ensures effective representation throughout the legal process.
While hiring an attorney for your intersection accident claim is a personal decision, professional legal representation typically leads to significantly better outcomes. Without an attorney, you may face:
Our intersection accident attorneys provide comprehensive representation that includes:
We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. Our fee is a pre-agreed percentage of your recovery, and if we don’t secure compensation for you, you owe us nothing. This arrangement aligns our interests with yours and provides access to high-quality legal representation regardless of your financial situation.
To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with our experienced Colorado Springs intersection accident lawyers, call McCormick & Murphy at 719-389-0400 today. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate the merits of your case, explain your legal options, and help you understand what compensation you may be entitled to receive. We have offices conveniently located in Colorado Springs, Denver, and Pueblo to serve accident victims throughout Colorado. Don’t delay—the sooner we begin investigating your case, the stronger your claim will be. Contact us today and take the first step toward securing the justice and compensation you deserve.
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