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Colorado Springs recorded 5,870 vehicle incidents in 2024, with 33 fatalities. El Paso County as a whole saw 14,000 crashes in 2025, with Powers Boulevard and Academy Boulevard intersections producing the highest concentration of serious and fatal collisions. If you’ve been hurt in a car accident in Colorado Springs, Jordan Law brings over $550 million in total recoveries and a trial-ready reputation that changes how insurance companies value your case from day one.
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Colorado Springs’ Most Dangerous Roads and Intersections
Intersection crashes account for 40% of all traffic incidents in Colorado Springs. The city’s wide, multi-lane arterials — designed to move traffic fast rather than safely — create constant conflicts between high-speed commuters, commercial vehicles, military traffic, and pedestrians.
Powers Boulevard — One of the most heavily traveled commuter routes in Colorado Springs and one of the most dangerous. The intersections at Powers and Woodmen Road, Barnes Road, Constitution Avenue, and Platte Avenue produce a high volume of broadside and rear-end collisions. CDOT data shows 30% of crashes in the Powers corridor are tied to excessive speed — the boulevard’s wide lanes and suburban design encourage drivers to exceed the limit.
Academy Boulevard — A major north-south route with some of the city’s highest traffic volumes. The intersection at Academy and Galley Road recorded 33 crashes including 2 fatal accidents in CSPD data. East Fountain Boulevard and South Academy logged 40 crashes including 1 fatal. Academy and Platte Avenue, Academy and Austin Bluffs Parkway, and the north Academy commercial corridor all produce consistent crash volumes. Left-turn accidents and pedestrian crashes are particularly common along this corridor.
Interstate 25 — Seven of Colorado Springs’ most dangerous intersections are along I-25. The interchange at I-25 and West Cimarron Street is the most dangerous, followed by I-25 and Bijou Street (43 crashes including 6 injuries), I-25 and Nevada Avenue/Rockrimmon (39 crashes including 6 injuries), I-25 and the Martin Luther King Jr. Bypass (38 crashes including 4 injuries and 1 fatal), and I-25 and Garden of the Gods Road. High-speed merging, exit ramp congestion, and weather events make I-25 through Colorado Springs consistently hazardous.
Platte Avenue — An east-west road through the heart of Colorado Springs with dense retail development. Traffic constantly enters and exits businesses, creating rear-end and turning-movement collisions. The intersection at Platte and Chelton Road is one of the most dangerous in the city.
Woodmen Road — A major east-west arterial along the north side of Colorado Springs connecting Powers Boulevard, I-25, and residential neighborhoods. Complex intersections and high traffic volumes produce frequent crashes.
Nevada Avenue and Platte Avenue — Known locally for the statue of Colorado Springs founder William Jackson Palmer. The city implemented new traffic rules at this intersection toward the end of 2024 to address its crash history.
Peak crash hours in Colorado Springs are 7-9 AM and 3-6 PM, with Thursday afternoons being particularly dangerous. Night crashes have increased 12% in recent data, often involving impaired driving.
You might be surprised to learn that many lawyers never see the inside of a courtroom because they settle all their cases. The insurance companies know the firms that will go to court if necessary. This reputation allows those firms to get better results for their clients at the settlement stage.
— Jason Jordan, Founding Partner, Jordan Law
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What to Do After a Car Accident in Colorado Springs
Call 911 and get medical attention. Adrenaline masks injuries. Traumatic brain injuries, whiplash, spinal injuries, and internal bleeding may not show symptoms for hours or days. Go to UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central or Penrose Hospital. Your medical records from day one become the foundation of your case.
Document the scene. Photograph the vehicles, road conditions, traffic signals, skid marks, and your injuries. Collect names, phone numbers, and insurance information from all drivers and witnesses.
File a police report. Contact the Colorado Springs Police Department. A police report creates an official record and helps establish fault. Never let the other driver convince you to skip the report.
Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company. The at-fault driver’s insurer will contact you quickly — sometimes within hours. They are not trying to help you. They’re trying to minimize what they pay. Do not sign a medical release. Do not accept a quick settlement offer.
Contact a car accident lawyer immediately. Early legal advice prevents costly mistakes. We can preserve evidence, send preservation letters for surveillance and dashcam footage, handle all insurance communications, and make sure you don’t inadvertently damage your case.
Why Choose Jordan Law for Your Colorado Springs Car Accident
Over $550 million recovered. Our car accident results include a $131 million verdict for the victim of a car accident in which the driver was over-served at a restaurant, and a $45 million settlement — one of the largest motor vehicle accident settlements in Colorado history — for a man who suffered catastrophic injuries when struck by another driver while riding to work.
True trial lawyers. Insurance companies know which firms try cases and which ones fold. Many of the high-volume firms you see advertising in Colorado Springs don’t actually try cases — in fact, many of them refer their litigation to firms like ours. Jordan Law’s trial record changes how your case is valued from the first demand letter.
20 years of experience. Jason Jordan is a former president of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Our litigation team has tried cases across Colorado’s judicial districts, including the 4th Judicial District in El Paso County.
No fee unless we win. Contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront. Consultations are always free.
Our office is located at 5445 DTC Parkway, Suite 1000, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 — approximately one hour from Colorado Springs. We represent car accident victims throughout El Paso County and across Colorado.
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Military Installation Traffic and Car Accidents
Colorado Springs is home to five major military installations: Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever Space Force Base, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and NORAD/Cheyenne Mountain. These installations generate enormous daily traffic — service members, civilian employees, contractors, and military families commuting on Powers Boulevard, Academy Boulevard, I-25, and Gate 1-5 access roads.
Military commuter traffic contributes to peak-hour congestion and crash risk, particularly on the south side of the city near Fort Carson and on the north side near the Air Force Academy. When a crash involves a government vehicle or a vehicle operating under a government contract, different legal rules may apply — including the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) and the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA), which imposes a 182-day notice requirement.
Jordan Law has experience handling claims that involve government entities and understands how to navigate FTCA and CGIA requirements alongside standard negligence claims.
Colorado Car Accident Law: What Colorado Springs Victims Need to Know
Statute of Limitations
Motor vehicle accidents: 3 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit (C.R.S. § 13-80-101).
Wrongful death: 2 years from the date of death (C.R.S. § 13-21-204).
Government entity claims (CGIA): If your crash involved a city-maintained road, a military vehicle, or CDOT highway infrastructure, you must file a notice of claim within 182 days (C.R.S. § 24-10-109). Given Colorado Springs’ five military installations, government entity claims are more common here than in most Colorado communities.
Comparative Negligence
Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence rule (C.R.S. § 13-21-111). You can recover compensation as long as you are not 50% or more at fault. If you’re found partially at fault, your damages are reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Insurance companies aggressively argue comparative negligence — having attorneys who can counter these arguments with evidence is critical.
Damage Caps Under HB 24-1472
Effective January 1, 2025, noneconomic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life) are capped at approximately $1.5 million, with the potential to exceed the cap on clear and convincing evidence. There is no cap on economic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and future care costs.
Compensation Available
Colorado Springs car accident victims may recover compensation for medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and future treatment), lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, property damage, and in wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship. In cases involving extreme recklessness — such as drunk driving, texting while driving, or hit-and-run conduct — punitive damages may also be available.
Colorado’s Minimum Insurance Requirements
Colorado requires drivers to carry minimum liability coverage of $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $15,000 for property damage. These minimums are often far below the cost of serious injuries. Uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage can be critical when the at-fault driver has insufficient coverage to compensate your losses.
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El Paso County Courts and the 4th Judicial District
Car accident lawsuits arising from crashes in Colorado Springs are filed in the 4th Judicial District at the El Paso County Combined Courts.
El Paso County Combined Courts
270 S. Tejon Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Colorado Springs Police Department (non-emergency): (719) 444-7000
Colorado Springs Car Accident FAQs
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Colorado Springs?
You have three years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit under C.R.S. § 13-80-101. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is two years from the date of death. If a government entity is involved — such as the City of Colorado Springs, El Paso County, CDOT, or a military installation — you must file a notice of claim within 182 days under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act.
What are the most dangerous roads in Colorado Springs for car accidents?
Powers Boulevard and Academy Boulevard are consistently Colorado Springs’ most dangerous corridors, with 30% of crashes in the Powers area tied to speeding. Seven of the city’s most dangerous intersections are along I-25, with the I-25/Cimarron interchange being the most hazardous. Other high-crash locations include Platte Avenue and Chelton Road, Academy and Galley Road (33 crashes including 2 fatal), and East Fountain Boulevard and South Academy (40 crashes including 1 fatal).
What should I do immediately after a car accident in Colorado Springs?
Call 911 and get medical attention — go to UCHealth Memorial or Penrose Hospital if needed. Document the scene with photos, collect information from all parties and witnesses, file a police report with Colorado Springs PD, do not give a recorded statement to any insurance company, and contact a car accident attorney as soon as possible.
What if the accident involved a military vehicle or government contractor?
Colorado Springs’ five military installations mean government vehicle involvement is more common here than in most cities. If a military vehicle, government contractor, or government-maintained road contributed to the crash, the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) or Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA) may apply, imposing different procedural requirements including a 182-day notice deadline. These cases are time-sensitive — contacting an attorney immediately is essential.
What is my Colorado Springs car accident case worth?
The value depends on the severity of your injuries, medical costs, lost wages, impact on your quality of life, and available insurance coverage. Under HB 24-1472, noneconomic damages are capped at approximately $1.5 million, but there is no cap on economic damages. Jordan Law has recovered over $550 million for clients, with individual car accident results including a $131 million verdict and a $45 million settlement — one of the largest motor vehicle accident settlements in Colorado history.
Why do insurance companies settle for more when they know a firm tries cases?
Insurance companies evaluate every claim partly based on whether the plaintiff’s attorney has a track record of going to trial. Firms that always settle get lower offers because insurers know they won’t face a jury. Jordan Law’s trial record — including verdicts of $131 million, $42 million, and $26.6 million — means insurers know we’ll take the case to verdict if they don’t offer fair value. That reputation changes the math at the settlement table.
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Whether you were hit on Powers Boulevard, rear-ended on Academy, or involved in a crash on I-25, we’re here to fight for you. The sooner you call, the better — evidence disappears and the insurance company is already building its case against you.
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Don’t be. Many people who need a personal injury lawyer wait too long to call one — not because they don’t need help, but because they’re intimidated, overwhelmed, or afraid of doing something “wrong.” At Jordan Law, attorney Sarah Freedman sees this every day.
Calling an attorney is easy and shouldn’t cause stress. A free consultation is simply a conversation — we can do it in person, on the phone, or via Zoom. We want to know what happened and whether we can help. If we can, great. If not, we’ll tell you honestly and recommend other attorneys we trust. Learn more about what to expect.
