El Paso County · Auto and truck accidents
Security-Widefield Auto and Truck Accident Lawyers
Auto and truck accident lawyers in Security-Widefield, El Paso County. Free consultation. No fee unless we recover.
How We Investigate Your Accident
After a collision on U.S. Highway 85, Bradley Road, or elsewhere in Security-Widefield, the cause matters. We examine police reports from the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, photograph the crash scene, collect witness statements, and secure any available video evidence. Whether the accident involved a distracted driver, a commercial truck, a hit-and-run, or an uninsured motorist, we build a factual record of how it happened and who is responsible.
Our firm then identifies every liable party—the at-fault driver, their employer if it was a commercial vehicle, the owner of the vehicle, or any other person or entity whose conduct contributed to your injury. We file claims against all applicable insurance policies, including liability coverage, uninsured-motorist protection, and underinsured-motorist coverage. We do not settle until we understand the full scope of your damages.
Evidence We Gather and Use
Motor-vehicle accidents leave a trail of evidence: the crash report prepared by the Sheriff's Office, photographs of vehicle damage, traffic-camera or business surveillance video, electronic data from the vehicle's event-data recorder, and statements from everyone who witnessed the collision. In commercial-vehicle cases, we obtain trucking logs, maintenance records, inspection reports, and company safety policies. This evidence shows what each driver did in the seconds before impact.
We also review every insurance policy in force at the time of the accident. Colorado's uninsured and underinsured-motorist rules can provide recovery even when the at-fault driver has no coverage or insufficient coverage. We use police reports, vehicle records, electronic data, and witness testimony to prove liability and to show the insurance carrier that the claim is strong and must be paid.
Local investigations may involve El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, evidence from U.S. Highway 85 or Bradley Road, and witnesses or businesses near the scene.
Security-Widefield is an unincorporated community southeast of Colorado Springs. Injury claims from this area often involve Highway 85 / Bradley Road corridors and are venued in El Paso County Combined Courts.
Preserving and documenting evidence in the first hours and days after a collision on U.S. Highway 85, Bradley Road, or other Security-Widefield corridors is critical to proving liability and damages.
- Crash report filed with El Paso County Sheriff's Office, including officer observations and cited violations
- Scene photographs showing vehicle positions, road conditions, traffic signals, street signs, and weather at time of collision
- Driver's license, insurance card, and vehicle registration from all parties involved
- Contact information and written statements from eyewitnesses at or near the scene
- Photos and description of all vehicle damage, including undercarriage and bumper details
- Medical records and emergency-department report from UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or other treating facility
- Event-data-recorder (EDR or "black box") download from your vehicle or the other vehicle
- Traffic-camera video from intersections on Fontaine Boulevard, Widefield Boulevard, or nearby business video
- Itemized repair estimate or invoices from collision-repair shops
- Commercial records, dispatch logs, or inspection reports if a commercial or truck driver is at fault
- Insurance policy documents for all vehicles and coverage limits
- Cellular-phone records or traffic-enforcement data showing distracted or reckless driving
Documentation gathered soon after the accident strengthens your claim and protects your legal rights.
Medical Documentation and Injury Claims
Injuries from motor-vehicle collisions often appear hours or days after impact. We work with your doctors at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central and elsewhere to document every injury: fractures, soft-tissue damage, herniated discs, traumatic brain injury, and psychological harm. Medical records, imaging studies, treatment notes, and expert opinions become the foundation of your damages claim. We do not rush treatment; we allow healing and recovery to guide the medical process.
Once treatment is complete or stable, we obtain a detailed medical summary and work with your healthcare providers to explain the lasting effects of your injury. This medical evidence directly supports your claim for past medical expenses, future medical care, and pain and suffering. We present this to the insurance carrier as part of our settlement demand or trial preparation.
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Damages We Pursue
- Past and future medical expenses, including hospital care, surgery, physical therapy, and prescription medication
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity if your injury prevents you from working
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress from the collision and recovery process
- Permanent scarring, disfigurement, or physical limitation
- Property damage to your vehicle and personal belongings
- Costs of care, transportation, and assistance with daily activities
We present all damages to the liable party's insurance carrier and, if necessary, litigate in El Paso County Combined Courts to recover full compensation for your injury.
What clients say about McCormick & Murphy
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A passenger suffered traumatic brain, neck, and back injuries in a Colorado Springs intersection collision. After the carrier refused a fair number, a jury awarded $295,000 including interest and costs.
El Paso County jury verdict
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its facts, coverage, venue, and evidence.
Security-Widefield Auto and truck accidents FAQ
What is the deadline to file a claim for injuries from a Security-Widefield auto accident?
Most Colorado motor-vehicle injury claims have a three-year window from the date of the accident. However, if a public entity (such as a county or municipality) is partly responsible, a written notice of claim may be required within 182 days. Contact us promptly so we can identify all parties and applicable deadlines.
How does McCormick & Murphy charge for an auto-accident injury case?
We handle auto and truck-accident claims on a contingency-fee basis. That means we earn an attorney fee only if we settle your case or win at trial. You pay no fee upfront. Costs for investigation, medical records, and expert reports are separate from the attorney fee and are discussed with you in writing.
What should I do if the other driver does not have insurance or has very low coverage limits?
Your own auto policy likely includes uninsured-motorist (UM) and underinsured-motorist (UIM) coverage that can protect you. We investigate all available insurance policies and file claims against each carrier responsible for your injuries. Tell us about any accident as soon as possible so we can file timely notice.
Can I still pursue a claim if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Yes. Colorado follows a modified comparative-negligence rule. Even if you share some fault, you can recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. We carefully investigate the collision to identify all contributing factors and defend your share of responsibility.
Who handles my case—a lawyer or a paralegal?
Your case is handled by an attorney at McCormick & Murphy. Our Colorado Springs office has direct access to El Paso County Combined Courts, medical providers at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, and the Sheriff's Office records in your area. We personally investigate your accident, communicate with insurers, and represent you in settlement and trial.
Related crash types in Security-Widefield
Distracted driving
Phone use, in-vehicle screens, passengers, food, and other distractions that take attention from driving.
Multi-vehicle accidents
Chain-reaction and pileup claims involving several drivers, impacts, insurers, and disputed fault.
Intersection accidents
Signal, stop-sign, turning, crosswalk, and lane-conflict crashes at controlled and uncontrolled intersections.
Uninsured and underinsured motorists
UM/UIM claims when the responsible driver has no insurance or insufficient liability limits.
Hit and run
Claims involving an unidentified or fleeing driver, including uninsured-motorist coverage.
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929 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
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