Colorado Truck Accident Lawyer

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Truck accidents can have devastating consequences, leaving victims facing serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about what comes next. Working through the legal process after a collision involving a commercial vehicle is rarely simple, as these cases often involve multiple parties, federal and state regulations, and aggressive insurance companies.

That is why working with an experienced Colorado truck accident lawyer is so critical. At Munley Law, we represent individuals and families across Colorado in severe truck accident cases. Whether your crash involved an 18-wheeler, delivery truck, construction vehicle, or other large commercial truck, our nation’s top rated truck accident lawyers are here to provide clear guidance and strong legal advocacy from start to finish.

Why Trust Munley Law’s Colorado Truck Accident Attorneys?

At Munley Law, our attorneys have secured some of the largest-ever settlements and verdicts for people injured in a truck accident, including record-setting recoveries for injury victims and their families. We are recognized by respected legal organizations, and members of our team have even helped write and teach trucking law at national legal seminars. While we have national experience, we never lose sight of the individuals and families we represent in Denver, Aurora, Fort Collins, and throughout Colorado. When you hire our firm, you get:

• A dedicated truck accident team: Our attorneys focus on trucking litigation. We understand federal trucking regulations, insurance coverage strategies, and the unique challenges these cases present.
• Proven results: Our track record includes multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements for truck crash victims, encompassing cases involving a range of issues, from driver fatigue to improper cargo loading.
• Personal service: We take pride in being approachable and responsive. Clients work directly with their lawyer, receive regular case updates, and can reach out at any time with questions or concerns.
• No fee unless we win: Munley Law works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will not pay anything unless we recover compensation for you.

Truck accident litigation is not just part of what we do. It is one of our core practice areas and we are among the nation’s top truck accident injury law firms in the nation. For over 65 years, our firm has represented individuals and families harmed by large commercial trucks, earning a national reputation for handling some of the country’s most thorny and high-stakes cases.

What Do Our Clients Say About Munley Law?

Our client and attorney testimonials from victims of truck accident injury speak volumes about the kind of support we provide after a truck accident:

• “I’m so beyond thankful for my lawyers who have never steered me wrong and were ready to go to war for myself and my children. It has been an amazing experience working with them. As no amount of money will ever change what happened, they made sure we were forever taken care of.” – Katy S.
• “I got into a serious accident with a tractor trailer two years ago, one that took me out of commission for months. The trucking company was fighting my case, saying I was the one who caused the accident. Luckily, I had Dan Munley at my side. He got me the money to help pay the medical bills and much more. He really pulled through for me and my family and I am eternally grateful to him.” – Trucking Accident Client

If you are facing the consequences of a Colorado truck accident, these stories reflect the kind of advocacy, compassion, and success you can expect from Munley Law.

What Does Life After a Colorado Truck Accident Look Like?

Truck accidents differ significantly from regular car accidents. When an 80,000-pound semi collides with a passenger vehicle, the consequences can change lives in an instant. We have seen it too often:

• Families juggling hospital stays, surgeries, and physical therapy
• Breadwinners unable to work due to catastrophic injuries
• Kids adjusting to life after a parent’s severe accident

Through it all, medical bills keep piling up, insurance adjusters keep calling, and the legal process can feel overwhelming. That is where our commercial truck accident lawyers in Colorado come in. Our job is to take as much of that weight off your shoulders as we can, so you can focus on healing and regain a sense of normalcy in your life.

What Are Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Colorado?

Colorado’s landscape presents unique challenges for truck drivers, from traversing the busy interstates around Denver, like I-25 and I-70, to the steep mountain grades of the Rockies and unpredictable weather across the plains. Over the years, we have handled truck accident cases caused by:

• Truck driver fatigue: Despite strict Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, fatigued driving remains a significant problem in the trucking industry. By failing to follow protocol, truck drivers who drive without resting can experience impaired judgment and slower reaction times, which can lead to devastating errors.
• Distracted driving: Just like passenger vehicle drivers, truck drivers can be distracted by cell phones, in-cab technology, eating, or other activities, diverting their attention from the road and causing them to miss critical cues.
• Speeding accidents: Commercial trucks require greater stopping distances and are more prone to rollovers and jackknifing, especially at high speeds or in adverse weather conditions. On steep grades like Wolf Creek Pass, speeding can turn deadly.
• Improper maintenance: Negligent maintenance of brakes, tires, lights, or steering systems can lead to mechanical failures. Trucking companies have a responsibility to warrant their vehicles are safe and roadworthy.
• Improper loading or overloading: Unbalanced or unsecured cargo can cause a truck to become unstable, leading to rollovers or difficulty in controlling the vehicle, especially on Colorado’s winding roads and mountain passes. Overloaded trucks also require significantly longer distances to come to a complete stop.
• Driving under the influence (DUI/DWAI): Although strictly prohibited, some truck drivers operate under the influence of alcohol or drugs, severely impairing their ability to drive safely.
• Lack of driver training or inexperience: Inadequate training or insufficient experience can contribute to accidents, particularly when drivers encounter challenging road conditions or unexpected situations.
• Adverse weather conditions: Colorado’s unpredictable weather, including snow, ice, heavy rain, and high winds, can make driving hazardous, especially for large trucks. Drivers and trucking companies must exercise extreme caution and sometimes cease operations when conditions are too dangerous.
• Road defects or poor road design: In some cases, poorly maintained roads, inadequate signage, or dangerous road design can contribute to truck accidents.

Our legal team meticulously examines all potential contributing factors, utilizing accident reconstruction specialists and other experts to piece together exactly what happened and who is responsible.

What Types of Truck Accidents Does Munley Law Handle?

Our Colorado truck accident lawyers are equipped to handle:

• 18-wheeler and semi-truck accidents
• FedEx, UPS, Amazon, and other delivery truck accidents
• Dump truck and construction vehicle accidents
• Tanker truck accidents
• Jackknife and rollover accidents
• Underride and override accidents
• Runaway truck accidents
• Multi-vehicle truck crashes

Regardless of what type of commercial vehicle was involved, if negligence played a role in your crash, our team has the experience and resources to pursue the compensation you deserve.

What Does Liability in Colorado Truck Accidents Look Like?

Truck accident cases often involve multiple parties that are responsible. Our job is to investigate thoroughly and identify everyone who may owe you compensation, including:

• The truck driver: For negligence, fatigue, distraction, or impairment
• The trucking company: For negligent hiring practices, lack of training, or violating Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations
• The truck owners: For failure to keep the vehicle safe and properly maintained
• Cargo loaders: For improperly secured or overloaded cargo
• Maintenance providers: For faulty repairs or skipped inspections
• Truck or parts manufacturers: If a design defect or defective parts contributed to the crash
• Government entities: If poor road design, inadequate signage, or neglected road maintenance contributed significantly to the accident
• Other drivers: If another passenger vehicle driver’s actions contributed to the collision

We thoroughly investigate your crash to identify all potential sources of liability and pursue compensation from every responsible party.

What Common Injuries Are Sustained in Colorado Truck Accidents?

The impact of a collision with a commercial truck is often catastrophic, leading to injuries that are more severe and life-altering than those sustained in typical car accidents. Our team recognizes the profound physical, emotional, and financial burdens these injuries impose. Injuries we frequently encounter in Colorado truck accident cases include:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Broken bones and fractures
• Internal organ damage
• Amputations
• Severe burns
• Lacerations and scarring
• Psychological trauma

We work closely with medical professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and therapists to accurately assess the full extent of your injuries and their long-term impact. This enables us to accurately calculate all your damages, helping you receive the compensation necessary to cover medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and future care needs. Your healing is our priority.

What Damages Can I Recover in a Colorado Truck Accident Claim?

A truck accident can impose severe financial burdens that extend beyond immediate medical bills. We aim to help you recover comprehensive compensation for all the ways your life has been financially, physically, and emotionally impacted. Colorado law allows accident victims to recover economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

These are tangible, out-of-pocket expenses and verifiable financial losses directly attributable to the accident. We meticulously document and calculate these costs to account for every dollar. They can include:

• Past and future medical expenses: Emergency room visits, ambulance fees, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor appointments, prescription medications, physical therapy, rehabilitation, medical devices, and future medical care needs.
• Lost wages: Compensation for income you have already lost due to your injuries and inability to work.
• Loss of earning capacity: If your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job or working at the same capacity, you can seek compensation for the future income you will lose. We often work with vocational and economic experts to calculate this complex damage.
• Property damage: The cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle and any other personal property damaged in the accident.
• Out-of-pocket expenses: Items such as transportation to medical appointments, home modifications for accessibility, or in-home care.

Non-Economic Damages

These damages are more subjective but equally valid, often representing a significant portion of a victim’s suffering. While they do not come with a bill, they reflect the profound impact on your quality of life and may include:

• Pain and suffering: Compensation for the physical pain and emotional distress you have endured and will continue to endure because of your injuries. This includes chronic pain, discomfort, and the psychological impact of the accident.
• Emotional distress: Anxiety, depression, fear, PTSD, grief, and other mental health challenges resulting from the trauma of the accident.
• Loss of enjoyment of life: If your injuries prevent you from participating in hobbies, recreational activities, or daily activities you once enjoyed, you can seek compensation for this loss.
• Disfigurement and scarring: Compensation for any permanent disfigurement or scarring resulting from the accident.
• Loss of consortium: In some instances, a spouse may be able to claim damages for the loss of companionship, affection, and support resulting from their partner’s injuries.

Our truck accident attorneys in Colorado work diligently to quantify your economic and non-economic damages, leveraging expert testimony and comprehensive documentation to present a compelling case for full and fair compensation. We fight tirelessly to help you rebuild your life and secure the financial stability you need for the future. Contact us to set up your free consultation.

What Are Wrongful Death Claims in Colorado Truck Accidents?

Tragically, some truck accidents result in the loss of a loved one. There is no greater pain than losing a family member due to someone else’s negligence. While no amount of money can ever replace a life, a wrongful death claim can provide essential financial support and a sense of justice for surviving family members left behind. In Colorado, the spouse, children, parents, or other heirs may be able to file a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for:

• Funeral and burial expenses: The costs associated with laying your loved one to rest
• Medical expenses before death: Costs for medical treatment your loved one received from the time of the accident until their passing
• Loss of financial support: Compensation for the income and economic contributions the deceased would have provided to their family
• Loss of companionship, comfort, and guidance: Damages for the emotional pain and loss of the invaluable relationship with the deceased
• Loss of services: Compensation for the practical services the deceased provided to the household, such as childcare and household chores

Filing a wrongful death claim is emotionally taxing. Our compassionate attorneys handle these cases with the utmost sensitivity and respect, taking on the legal burden so you can focus on grieving and healing. We will fight vigorously to hold the responsible parties accountable and secure the financial future for your family.

Why Do Colorado Truck Accidents Require a Focused Lawyer?

When an accident involves a commercial truck, the dynamics shift dramatically compared to a typical car crash. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles mean the consequences are almost always more severe. However, beyond the immediate impact, Colorado law brings some specific considerations in truck accident claims:

Federal and State Regulations

Trucking companies and drivers are governed by complex federal regulations set by the FMCSA and state laws. These cover everything from hours of service, maintenance, and loading procedures to driver qualifications and drug testing. Violations of these regulations can be a key factor in proving negligence. We are thoroughly familiar with these rules and meticulously investigate to uncover any instances of non-compliance.

Severe Injuries with Lasting Impacts

The injuries sustained in truck accidents are often life-altering. They require extensive medical care, rehabilitation, and often lead to long-term disability, impacting every facet of a victim’s life. We understand the true cost of these injuries, not just in medical bills, but in lost quality of life.

Powerful Opponents

Trucking companies and their insurers are intimidating adversaries. They have vast resources and immediate access to legal teams dedicated to minimizing their liability. They will often deploy rapid response teams to the scene of an accident to gather evidence in their favor. You need someone equally prepared and powerful on your side.

Complex Investigations

Pinpointing liability in a truck accident can involve multiple parties. Our team meticulously gathers and analyzes evidence, from black box data and driver logs to maintenance records and toxicology reports, to build an unassailable case.

Comparative Negligence

Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If the court finds you partially at fault for the accident, it may reduce your compensation by your percentage of fault. However, as long as you are less than 50% responsible, you can still recover damages.

Statute of Limitations

You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Colorado. That clock starts ticking immediately.

Damage Caps

Colorado limits non-economic damages, like pain and suffering, in some personal injury cases, but there are exceptions for severe cases.

Each truck accident attorney at Munley Law knows the stakes and specific challenges these complex cases present. We are prepared to cover this intricate landscape on your behalf, allowing you to focus on healing and rebuilding your life. Call us today to find out how we can help.

What Should You Do After a Colorado Truck Accident?

Grasping the legal process after a truck accident can feel overwhelming, especially when you are focused on recovery. Our Colorado truck accident attorneys believe in empowering our clients with the knowledge they need. We will be with you every step of the way, clearly explaining each phase and handling all the complexities so you can focus on healing. While every case is unique, here is a general roadmap of what to expect:

Immediate Actions and Initial Consultation

In the hours and days following a truck accident, these first steps are critical to protecting your health and legal claim:

• Seek medical attention: Your health is paramount. Even if you feel fine, some serious injuries may not manifest immediately. Get a thorough medical examination.
• Contact our firm: As soon as you are medically stable, reach out to us. The sooner we get involved, the better we can preserve valuable evidence, as trucking companies often deploy rapid response teams.
• Free, no-obligation consultation: We will sit down with you to listen to your story, assess the details of your accident, and explain your legal options. This is an ideal time to ask questions and get clear answers.

Thorough Investigation and Evidence Gathering

Building a strong case starts with a comprehensive and detailed investigation. Here is how we do it:

• Accident reconstruction: We may work with experts to recreate the accident scene, analyze vehicle damage, and interpret data from the truck’s black box.
• Gathering key documents: This includes police reports, medical records, truck driver logs, maintenance records, drug test results, witness statements, and any available video footage.
• Identifying all liable parties: We meticulously determine who is responsible for the accident and the resulting damages.

Negotiating With Insurance Companies

Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts, but we take a proactive approach to protect your rights and fight for fair compensation:

• We will handle all communication with the trucking company’s insurance adjusters and legal teams. This protects you from tactics designed to minimize your claim.
• Once we have a comprehensive estimate of your damages, we will send a formal demand letter outlining your claim.
• We will aggressively negotiate with the insurance company for a fair settlement that fully compensates you for all your losses. We prepare for this phase by meticulously documenting every aspect of your damages.

Filing a Lawsuit

If we cannot reach a fair settlement, we will initiate formal legal action on your behalf:

• If we cannot reach a fair settlement through negotiation, we will file a formal lawsuit in Colorado court. This initiates the litigation process.
• Both sides exchange information, including depositions, interrogatories, and requests for documents. This is a critical phase where we gather additional evidence to strengthen your case.

Exploring Alternatives to Trial

Sometimes, it is possible to resolve your case without going to court. We will explore these options when they serve your best interests. Parties often resolve cases through mediation, where a neutral third party helps facilitate a settlement, or arbitration, where a neutral third party hears both sides and makes a decision. We are skilled in these processes and will advise you if they are appropriate for your case.

Trial

If your case goes to trial, we provide relentless and strategic courtroom representation:

• If we are unable to settle, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial. Our attorneys are seasoned litigators with a proven track record in Colorado courtrooms. We will present your case compellingly to a judge and jury, fighting tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve.
• Even after a verdict, there may be appeals or enforcement of judgments. We will guide you through any post-trial proceedings.

Throughout this entire process, you will never feel alone. We are always available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide the reassurance you need. Your journey to justice is our shared commitment.

Schedule a Free Consultation With a Truck Accident Lawyer in Colorado

If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident in Colorado, do not face the repercussions alone. Let our compassionate and skilled team at Munley Law be your advocates. We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case. Call us today to schedule your free consultation. We are here to help you find your way forward.