Injured in a Denver Car Accident? We’re Ready to Help
Denver recorded 15,701 motor vehicle crashes in 2024 — more than 5,500 injuries and 62 fatalities. From high-speed collisions on I-25 to intersection crashes on Federal Boulevard and Colfax Avenue, car accidents are a daily reality in Denver. If you’ve been hurt in a crash, you need attorneys who know Denver’s roads, Denver’s courts, and how to fight the insurance companies that will try to minimize what they owe you.
For a free legal consultation with a car accident lawyer serving Denver, call (303) 465-8733
Denver’s Most Dangerous Roads and Intersections
Not all car accidents in Denver are random. The crash data reveals clear patterns — specific roads and intersections where serious accidents cluster year after year.
I-70 Eastbound and North Peoria Street — Denver’s most dangerous intersection, with 103 crashes in 2024 alone. The interchange’s complex merging patterns, high speeds, and heavy commercial truck traffic create constant collision risks.
I-25 Southbound and Yale Avenue — One of Denver’s deadliest locations, recording 3 fatal crashes in 2024. The combination of highway-speed traffic, merging lanes, and high commuter volume makes this interchange particularly lethal.
West Alameda Avenue and South Federal Boulevard — Another fatality hotspot with 3 fatal crashes in 2024. Federal Boulevard is one of Denver’s most dangerous corridors overall, with the city approving major safety improvements funded by CDOT.
Colfax Avenue — America’s longest continuous commercial street runs through Denver and logs approximately 800 crashes annually. Intersections, jaywalkers, and high nighttime crash rates — often involving impaired driving — make Colfax one of the city’s most persistent hazards.
I-25 and Speer Boulevard — A major interchange where rush-hour congestion and left-turn errors contribute to a high volume of crashes, including an estimated 150 crashes and 10 fatal incidents in recent years.
Federal Boulevard — Running north-south through Denver, Federal Boulevard has been identified as a priority safety corridor by state and local agencies. The road’s wide lanes, high speeds, and heavy pedestrian activity create a dangerous mix.
Peak crash times in Denver are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with Tuesdays and Fridays seeing the highest volumes. Nighttime crashes, often involving impaired or distracted drivers, tend to be more severe.
Nobody plans on getting into a car accident. It’s sudden — it happens, and all of a sudden you’re left wondering what to do. Oftentimes, people don’t want to be that person. They don’t want to hire an attorney, so they try to handle it on their own. Wait until you’re dealing with the claims department. You’re no longer dealing with a salesperson — you’re dealing with the people who have to pay the money out. Not surprisingly, the experience can be very different. That’s why our advice is always to reach out and speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
— Jason Jordan, Founding Partner, Jordan Law
What to Do After a Denver Car Accident
Call 911 and get medical attention. Adrenaline masks injuries. Traumatic brain injuries, internal bleeding, and spinal injuries may not show symptoms for hours or days. Go to the emergency room. Your medical records from day one become the foundation of your case.
Document the scene. Photograph the vehicles, road conditions, traffic signals, skid marks, debris, and your injuries. Collect names, phone numbers, and insurance information from all drivers and witnesses. Get the responding officer’s name and badge number.
Do not apologize or admit fault. Anything you say at the scene can be used against you later by the insurance company.
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 authorization. Do not accept a quick settlement offer.
Contact a car accident lawyer before filing insurance claims. Early legal advice prevents costly mistakes. We can send preservation letters, begin gathering evidence, handle all insurance communications, and make sure you don’t inadvertently damage your case while trying to do the right thing.
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Why Choose Jordan Law’s Denver Car Accident Attorneys?
Over $550 million recovered for injury victims. Our car accident results speak for themselves:
$131 million verdict — for the victim of a car accident in which the driver was over-served at a restaurant. This dram shop liability case required proving both driver negligence and the establishment’s responsibility for continuing to serve an intoxicated patron.
$45 million settlement — for a young man who suffered catastrophic injuries when he was struck by another driver while riding to work. This is one of the largest motor vehicle accident settlements in Colorado history. The case demonstrated what happens when a firm with a trial-ready reputation negotiates from a position of strength — the insurance company knew Jordan Law would take the case to verdict if they didn’t offer fair value.
$42 million verdict — after a car made a left turn in front of a motorcyclist, ejecting the rider and passenger. The defense argued the rider was partially at fault. The jury disagreed.
These aren’t just numbers on a website. They represent real clients whose lives were changed by serious accidents, and real results delivered by attorneys willing to take cases the distance.
True trial lawyers. Insurance companies track which firms actually try cases. When they see Jordan Law on a case, they know we’re prepared to go to verdict. That reputation changes how your case is valued from the first demand letter. Many of the high-volume firms you see advertising don’t try cases at all — in fact, many of them refer their litigation cases to firms like ours.
Personalized attention. We’re not a volume firm. We limit our caseload so every client gets direct attorney involvement. You’ll know the lawyers working on your case, and they’ll know you.
20 years of experience in Denver courts. 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 and knows how to navigate Denver’s court system.
“Jordan Law is truly incredible. They are a professional group of people that always showed me the utmost respect. I was treated like family and am proud to say they really changed my life. Thank you Jason, Laura, and staff for representing me in such a difficult time!”
— Will J., Jordan Law client
We Analyze Black Box (EDR) Data in Serious Car Accident Cases
In many serious crashes, the most important evidence is not eyewitness testimony — it’s the vehicle’s data.
Most modern cars contain an Event Data Recorder (EDR), often referred to as a “black box.” This system captures critical technical information in the seconds before and during a collision, including vehicle speed, brake application, throttle position, seatbelt usage, airbag deployment timing, and impact force (delta-V).
When liability is disputed, this data can make or break a case.
Insurance companies often move quickly after serious accidents. Vehicles may be declared a total loss, sent to salvage, or repaired before anyone considers preserving the data inside them. If black box evidence is lost, it may not be recoverable.
At Jordan Law, we evaluate whether black box data should be preserved and analyzed as part of building a case for trial — not just settlement. To learn more, visit our Black Box (EDR) Data After a Car Accident page.
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Colorado Car Accident Law: What Denver Victims Need to Know
Statute of Limitations
Colorado law imposes strict deadlines on car accident claims. Miss the filing deadline and you lose your right to compensation — regardless of how strong your case is.
Motor vehicle accidents: 3 years from the date of the accident (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): 182-day notice requirement before filing suit against Denver, RTD, CDOT, or any other government entity (C.R.S. § 24-10-109). This is especially relevant in Denver where crashes may involve city-maintained roads, RTD buses, or CDOT highway infrastructure.
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 for the accident. If you’re found partially at fault, your damages are reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Insurance companies aggressively argue comparative negligence to reduce what they pay you — which is why having attorneys who can counter these arguments is critical.
Damage Caps Under HB 24-1472
Effective January 1, 2025, Colorado House Bill 24-1472 restructured noneconomic damage caps. For most personal injury cases, noneconomic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life) are capped at approximately $1.5 million, with adjustments for inflation. The cap can be exceeded if the court finds clear and convincing evidence that a higher amount is justified. There is no cap on economic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and future care costs.
Types of Compensation Available
Denver car accident victims may recover compensation for medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, physical therapy, prescription medications, and all future treatment), lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, property damage (vehicle repair or replacement), and in wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship. In cases involving extreme recklessness — such as drunk driving or texting while driving — punitive damages may also be available.
Wrongful Death Cases Involving Denver Car Accidents
Denver recorded 62 traffic fatalities in 2024. When someone dies as a result of a car accident caused by another person’s negligence, recklessness, or wrongful conduct, surviving family members may bring a wrongful death claim. These cases require proving that the driver owed a duty of care, breached that duty through negligent behavior (distracted driving, intoxication, excessive speed, or failing to obey traffic laws), that the breach caused the fatal injury, and that the surviving family suffered damages as a result.
Colorado’s wrongful death statute (C.R.S. § 13-21-203) imposes a two-year filing deadline and caps damages. Under HB 24-1472, the wrongful death cap was raised to approximately $2.125 million. The cap can be exceeded in cases involving felonious killing — when the defendant’s conduct constitutes a felony.
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Hesitant to Call a Lawyer?
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.
How Much Does a Denver Car Accident Attorney Cost?
Jordan Law handles all car accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. We invest in the investigation, accident reconstruction, medical experts, and litigation costs at our own expense. If we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing. Consultations are always free.
Denver Car Accident Practice Areas
Distracted Driving Accidents — Colorado’s hands-free law (SB 24-065) made it illegal to hold a phone while driving. When a driver causes a crash because they were texting, scrolling, or watching video, that violation is strong evidence of negligence.
Hit and Run Accidents — Colorado law requires drivers to stop and exchange information after any accident. If the driver who hit you fled the scene, your own UM/UIM coverage may be your primary source of recovery while law enforcement works to identify the driver.
Rideshare Accidents (Uber & Lyft) — Rideshare crashes involve complex, layered insurance structures that change based on whether the driver had the app on, was waiting for a ride, or was actively carrying a passenger. Coverage ranges from $50,000 to $1 million depending on the driver’s status at the time of the crash.
Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Claims — Colorado has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the country. If the driver who hit you has no insurance or insufficient coverage, your own UM/UIM policy may be your best path to recovery.
Injured in a Denver Car Accident? Call Jordan Law Today.
Whether you were hit on I-25, rear-ended on Colfax, or T-boned at an intersection on Federal Boulevard, 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.
Jason Jordan is a nationally recognized trial attorney with 20 years of experience. He is a former president of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. In 2024, Jason successfully settled a motor vehicle accident case for $45 million, one of the largest motor vehicle accident settlements in Colorado history.
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