Pueblo County · Failure to yield
Pueblo Failure-to-Yield Accident Lawyers
Pueblo failure-to-yield accident lawyers for crashes on Pueblo Boulevard, U.S. Highway 50, and I-25. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover for you.
How Failure-to-Yield Claims Work in Pueblo County
McCormick & Murphy are Pueblo failure-to-yield accident lawyers for people hurt when another driver failed to yield. We get the Pueblo Police Department or Colorado State Patrol report, the CommonSpirit Parkview Medical Center records, and file in Pueblo County District Court.
A failure-to-yield collision arises when one driver fails to obey traffic-control devices or yield to another vehicle with the right of way. In Pueblo County District Court, we must show that the defendant had a legal duty to yield, that they breached that duty, and that the breach caused your injuries. Colorado law defines right-of-way rules for left turns across traffic, merges onto highways, crosswalk encounters, and entry from private drives or parking lots.
The Pueblo Police Department, Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, or Colorado State Patrol typically responds to these crashes and prepares a report that often assigns fault. However, a police report is not determinative in a civil claim. We investigate independently—gathering witness statements, obtaining traffic-camera footage, documenting sight lines and signal timing, and reconstructing the collision to establish liability.
Someone ran a stop sign and hit you. Or pulled out in front of you at an intersection. Or turned left across your lane without waiting. And now they’re saying you could have stopped. That you were going too fast. That it was unavoidable.
It feels like your word against theirs. But failure to yield crashes leave evidence — physical evidence, camera footage, witness statements, skid patterns — that tells the real story of what happened.
Evidence That Proves Failure to Yield
Success in a failure-to-yield case depends on specific, measurable evidence. We collect police reports, photographs of vehicle damage and road conditions, medical records from CommonSpirit Parkview Medical Center or other Pueblo providers, witness statements, and any available traffic-control device records or signal-timing data. We also examine sight lines from each driver's perspective at the moment before impact.
Video evidence—from traffic cameras, business surveillance, or dash cams—is powerful. We analyze vehicle positions, the status of traffic signals or signs, and the relative speed of each vehicle. Expert testimony on sight distances, stopping sight distance, and driver reaction time often becomes critical in complex cases, particularly on U.S. Highway 50 or I-25 where high-speed right-of-way collisions occur.
In a failure-to-yield crash, time is your enemy. Traffic cameras at intersections on Pueblo Boulevard and Northern Avenue may overwrite footage within days.
- Signal timing / traffic-control records
- Lane markings and sight-line photographs
- Vehicle resting positions and damage photos
- Nearby business or traffic camera video
- Witness statements on right of way
- Crash report and officer notes
We will also direct you to photograph the scene, obtain the police report number, and record witness contact information.
Failure-to-Yield Accidents on Pueblo's Major Corridors
U.S. Highway 50, Pueblo Boulevard, Northern Avenue, and I-25 are high-volume roads where failure-to-yield collisions often cause serious injury. Left-turn collisions at signalized intersections, merges onto I-25, and crosswalk incidents in downtown Pueblo and near Pueblo West are common scenarios. These crashes frequently involve commercial vehicles, and liability is often contested by insurance carriers.
We handle failure-to-yield cases throughout Pueblo County, including Bessemer, Belmont, Colorado City, and surrounding communities. We work with local law enforcement to obtain complete reports and understand how each specific road's layout, traffic patterns, and sight lines bear on your claim.
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Losses the claim may include
- Medical expenses including emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity if injury prevents return to work
- Pain and suffering, permanent disfigurement, and loss of quality of life
- Property damage to your vehicle and personal property in the collision
- Future medical care and home health services required because of permanent injury
- Punitive damages in cases where the defendant's conduct was reckless or willful
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 Failure-to-Yield Accident Lawyers FAQ
Do I need Pueblo failure-to-yield accident lawyers after a crash?
Call Pueblo failure-to-yield accident lawyers when you were hurt, fault is disputed, or an insurer delays, denies, or offers less than the medical bills. We meet you at 301 N. Main Street, Pueblo, CO 81003.
What is the deadline to file a failure-to-yield lawsuit in Pueblo County?
Colorado law generally allows three years from the date of injury to file a personal-injury claim in Pueblo County District Court. However, the statute of repose for vehicle-defect claims may differ. We recommend contacting us immediately; waiting months or years weakens your case and increases the risk that evidence will be lost or destroyed.
Do I have to pay you a fee upfront?
No. We work on a contingency-fee basis. You pay no attorney's fee unless we recover money through settlement or verdict. Our fee is a percentage of what we recover. Court costs and expert fees are typically advanced by us and paid from recovery, so you are not out of pocket.
Will the police report automatically prove the other driver's fault?
No. The police report is helpful evidence but not conclusive in a civil lawsuit. We investigate independently and may disagree with the officer's initial assessment. We gather our own evidence, interview witnesses, and may retain accident-reconstruction experts to contest the report if it mischaracterizes the collision.
What if I was partly at fault for the collision?
Colorado is a comparative-negligence state. Even if you are partly at fault, you can recover if you are less than 50% responsible. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. We evaluate shared liability carefully and are honest about the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
How long does a failure-to-yield case typically take?
Simple cases with clear liability may settle within months. Complex cases, especially those involving serious injury, expert testimony, or disputed sight lines, may take one to three years or longer if litigation becomes necessary. We keep you informed at every stage and work to resolve your case efficiently without sacrificing your interests.
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