Pueblo County · Commercial truck accidents
Pueblo Commercial Truck Accident Lawyers
Commercial truck accidents in Pueblo County demand fast investigation; we work contingency, no fee unless we recover.
Who Is Liable in a Commercial Truck Collision
A truck accident is not like a passenger-vehicle crash. The liable party might be the driver, the motor carrier, a freight broker, the shipper who loaded the cargo, a maintenance contractor who failed to service brakes or tires, or even a third-party company that arranged the transport. Federal motor-carrier regulations impose duties on multiple parties, and negligence by any one of them can create liability.
Pueblo Boulevard, U.S. Highway 50, Northern Avenue, and I-25 all carry commercial traffic. When a collision occurs on these routes or near Pueblo West, Bessemer, or Downtown Pueblo, we investigate which company or person failed to meet federal safety standards, driver qualifications, hours-of-service rules, or maintenance requirements.
Critical Evidence in Truck Accident Claims
Commercial trucks generate a wealth of evidence that ordinary cars do not. Driver qualification files, hours-of-service logs, electronic logging device (ELD) data, event data recorder (black box) information, dispatch records, vehicle inspection reports, maintenance schedules, cargo documentation, and company safety policies all tell the story of how the crash happened.
Federal regulations require carriers to retain certain records for years. However, critical data—especially from the truck's control modules and ELDs—can be overwritten or lost if not preserved immediately after a crash. Pueblo Police Department, Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, and Colorado State Patrol reports provide the foundation, but internal company records often contain the proof needed to hold the carrier accountable.
Electronic logging device data cycles and overwrites within days or weeks. Event data recorder (EDR) information stored in the truck's computer can be lost if not downloaded before system resets.
- Electronic logging device (ELD) data
- Fleet GPS and dispatch records
- Inspection and maintenance logs
- Vehicle event data / ECM downloads
- Weigh-station or cargo records when relevant
- Immediate preservation notices to the carrier and insurers
Contact us immediately—every day that passes increases the risk that crucial evidence is gone forever.
Truck Accidents Throughout Pueblo County
We represent injured people across Pueblo County—from collisions on U.S. Highway 50 near Pueblo West to accidents on I-25, Northern Avenue, and Pueblo Boulevard in and around Bessemer, Belmont, Downtown Pueblo, and Colorado City. Commercial trucks operate constantly in this region, and so do the risks they create.
If you were injured in a truck collision anywhere in the county, report the crash to Pueblo Police Department, Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, or Colorado State Patrol, then contact us. Treatment at CommonSpirit Parkview Medical Center or another local provider documents your injuries, and we pursue the carrier, driver, broker, shipper, and any other liable party in Pueblo County District Court.
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Losses the claim may include
- Medical treatment and ongoing care (emergency room, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, therapy)
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity due to injury or time away from work
- Pain, suffering, and permanent scarring or disfigurement
- Property damage to your vehicle or other belongings
- Punitive damages if the carrier or driver acted with gross negligence or recklessness
- Future medical expenses and long-term care costs
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
Real outcomes and reviews. Check Google reviews for the office that serves Pueblo — and read client testimonials.
A pickup hit me from behind on Hwy 50 east of Pueblo. The insurer offered $2,600. McCormick & Murphy helped with treatment, filed suit, and the case settled at mediation for $165,000.
C. O., Pueblo · Highway 50 crash
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Pueblo Commercial truck accidents FAQ
How much does it cost to hire you for my truck accident claim?
We work on contingency. You pay no upfront fee, and we collect nothing unless we recover money for you. Our fee comes from the settlement or judgment we obtain.
How long do I have to file a claim for my truck accident injuries?
Colorado law gives you three years from the date of the crash to file a personal-injury lawsuit. Do not wait. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can issue preservation demands and gather evidence before it vanishes.
What evidence should I preserve from my truck accident?
Preserve everything: the police report, photos of the scene and vehicles, witness contact information, medical records, pay stubs, communications with the truck company or its insurance carrier, and the truck's license-plate number and company name. Call us immediately so we can issue a formal preservation letter to the carrier's electronic data systems.
Can I recover damages if I was partially at fault in the crash?
Yes. Colorado follows comparative negligence law. Even if you were partly at fault, you can still recover as long as you were less than 50% responsible for the collision.
Who pays my medical bills while my case is ongoing?
Your own health insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare typically pays initial bills. Many accident victims use a medical lien—the provider agrees to wait for payment from your settlement. We help coordinate these liens and ensure you receive the full recovery you deserve.
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