Colorado Personal Injury Lawyer
When you or a loved one suffers an injury due to someone else’s negligence, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Between mounting medical bills, lost wages, and the physical and emotional pain of recovery, you shouldn’t have to navigate the complex legal system alone. At Eddington Law, our Colorado personal injury lawyers are dedicated to standing by your side, fighting for the justice and compensation your family deserves.
For over 35 years, our family-owned law firm has served accident victims throughout Colorado and Arizona. We understand that every injury case represents more than just a legal matter—it represents a person’s life that has been disrupted, a family facing uncertainty, and a future that needs protecting. That’s why we approach every case with the compassion, dedication, and aggressive advocacy that our clients deserve.
Why Choose Eddington Law as Your Personal Injury Attorney?
Choosing the right personal injury lawyer can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. When you work with Eddington Law, you’re not just another case number—you’re part of our extended family. Our approach combines personalized attention with proven legal strategies to maximize your recovery.
A Family-Owned Firm with Deep Colorado Roots
Unlike large corporate law firms where you may never meet the attorney handling your case, Eddington Law offers a personal touch. Our attorneys live, work, and raise our families in the communities we serve. With offices in Denver, Steamboat Springs, and Phoenix, we have deep connections throughout Colorado and Arizona, and we understand the local courts, insurance companies, and unique challenges accident victims face in our region.
35+ Years of Proven Experience
Experience matters when it comes to personal injury claims. Our attorneys have spent decades honing their skills in negotiation and litigation, learning the tactics insurance companies use to minimize payouts, and developing strategies to overcome them. This experience translates directly into better outcomes for our clients.
No Fee Unless We Win
We believe that quality legal representation should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we only collect a fee if we successfully recover compensation on your behalf. This arrangement allows you to focus on healing while we focus on fighting for your rights.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Our Colorado personal injury lawyers have extensive experience handling a wide range of accident and injury claims. No matter how your injury occurred, if it was caused by someone else’s negligence, we’re here to help.
Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of injury in Colorado. Whether you were hurt in a rear-end collision, T-bone crash, intersection accident, or multi-vehicle pileup, our attorneys understand the complexities of motor vehicle accident claims. We investigate every detail—from driver negligence and distracted driving to road conditions and vehicle defects—to build the strongest possible case for your recovery.
Truck Accidents
Accidents involving commercial trucks, tractor-trailers, and 18-wheelers often result in catastrophic injuries due to the sheer size and weight of these vehicles. Truck accident cases involve complex federal regulations, multiple potentially liable parties (including trucking companies, drivers, and cargo loaders), and sophisticated insurance defense tactics. Our attorneys have the experience to navigate these challenging cases.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists face unique dangers on Colorado roads. When negligent drivers fail to see motorcycles or share the road safely, the results can be devastating. We fight against the bias that motorcycle riders sometimes face from insurance companies and work to secure full compensation for your injuries.
Ski and Snowboard Accidents
With our office in Steamboat Springs, we have developed specialized expertise in ski and snowboard accident cases. Colorado’s world-class ski resorts attract millions of visitors each year, and unfortunately, accidents do happen. While the Colorado Ski Safety Act provides certain protections for ski areas, you may still have a valid claim if another skier’s reckless behavior caused your injuries. Our attorneys understand the nuances of ski accident law and can help you understand your legal options.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrians and cyclists have little protection when struck by motor vehicles. These accidents often result in serious injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and broken bones. We help pedestrian and bicycle accident victims hold negligent drivers accountable and recover compensation for their injuries.
Premises Liability and Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors. When they fail to address hazards like wet floors, uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, or icy sidewalks, serious injuries can result. Our premises liability attorneys hold negligent property owners accountable and fight for fair compensation for slip and fall victims.
Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is devastating. While no amount of money can replace your loss, a wrongful death claim can provide financial security for your family and hold the responsible parties accountable. Our compassionate attorneys guide families through this difficult process with sensitivity and care.
Catastrophic Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe burns, and amputations can permanently alter a person’s life. These cases require attorneys who understand the long-term medical, financial, and emotional impacts of catastrophic injuries. We work with medical experts, life care planners, and economists to ensure your settlement accounts for all future needs.
Common Causes of Personal Injury Accidents in Colorado
Personal injury accidents can happen in countless ways, but certain causes appear repeatedly in the cases we handle. Understanding what caused your accident is essential to building a strong legal case.
Driver Negligence
Negligent driving remains the leading cause of motor vehicle accidents in Colorado. Common forms of driver negligence include:
- Distracted driving, including texting and cell phone use
- Speeding and reckless driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Running red lights and stop signs
- Tailgating and aggressive driving
- Failure to check blind spots
- Driving while fatigued
Dangerous Property Conditions
Property owners who fail to maintain safe premises put visitors at risk. Dangerous conditions include:
- Wet, slippery, or uneven floors
- Icy sidewalks and parking lots
- Inadequate lighting in stairwells and parking areas
- Broken handrails and stairs
- Falling merchandise in retail stores
- Insufficient security leading to assaults
- Defective elevators and escalators
Defective Products
When manufacturers release dangerous or defective products, consumers pay the price. Product liability cases may involve:
- Defective vehicle components causing accidents
- Dangerous pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices
- Malfunctioning consumer products
- Defective safety equipment
- Contaminated food products
Professional Negligence
When professionals fail to meet the standard of care expected in their field, serious harm can result. This includes medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, and other forms of professional misconduct.
Understanding Colorado Personal Injury Law
Navigating personal injury law requires knowledge of Colorado’s specific statutes and legal principles. Here are key concepts that may affect your case.
Modified Comparative Negligence
Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means you can recover compensation as long as you are less than 50% at fault for the accident. However, your recovery will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you’re awarded $100,000 but found to be 20% at fault, you would receive $80,000. If you’re found to be 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover any compensation.
Statute of Limitations
Time is critical in personal injury cases. Colorado’s statute of limitations gives you a limited window to file your lawsuit:
- Most personal injury claims: 2 years from the date of injury
- Motor vehicle accidents: 3 years from the date of the accident
- Wrongful death claims: 2 years from the date of death
- Claims against government entities: Notice within 180 days, lawsuit within 2 years
Missing these deadlines can permanently bar you from recovering compensation, which is why consulting with a Colorado personal injury lawyer as soon as possible is essential.
Damages Caps in Colorado
Colorado places a cap on non-economic damages (pain and suffering) in personal injury cases. As of 2025, this cap is approximately $642,180, though it may be increased to around $1,284,370 with clear and convincing evidence of exceptional circumstances. Economic damages like medical bills and lost wages are not capped.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Colorado law allows personal injury victims to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Understanding what you may be entitled to is an important first step in your case.
Economic Damages
Economic damages compensate you for financial losses that can be calculated with receipts, bills, and documentation:
- Medical expenses (past and future), including emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and income during recovery
- Reduced earning capacity if you can no longer work in your previous capacity
- Property damage to vehicles and personal belongings
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to your injury
- Home modification costs for permanent disabilities
- Household services you can no longer perform
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages compensate you for losses that don’t have a specific dollar amount but significantly impact your quality of life:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress, anxiety, and depression
- Loss of enjoyment of life and activities
- Loss of consortium (impact on your relationship with your spouse)
- Permanent disfigurement or scarring
- Loss of independence
Punitive Damages
In cases involving gross negligence, reckless behavior, or willful misconduct, Colorado law allows for punitive damages designed to punish wrongdoers and deter similar conduct. Examples might include drunk driving accidents or intentional harmful conduct.
Wrongful Death Claims in Colorado
When accidents result in fatalities, surviving family members may pursue wrongful death claims to hold negligent parties accountable and secure compensation for their losses.
Who Can File Wrongful Death Claims in Colorado
Colorado law specifies who may bring wrongful death actions:
- During the first year after death: Only the surviving spouse may file
- During the second year: The spouse and/or children may file
- If no spouse or children exist: Parents may file
Damages in Wrongful Death Cases
Surviving family members may recover:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical expenses incurred before death
- Loss of financial support the deceased would have provided
- Loss of companionship, guidance, and emotional support
- Loss of inheritance and benefits
- Grief and emotional suffering of surviving family members
How Eddington Law Handles Your Personal Injury Case
When you choose Eddington Law, you get a dedicated legal team committed to maximizing your recovery. Here’s what you can expect when working with us.
Free Initial Consultation
Your case begins with a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll listen to your story, review the facts of your accident, answer your questions, and provide an honest assessment of your case and legal options. There’s no pressure and no cost—just straightforward legal guidance.
Thorough Investigation
We conduct comprehensive investigations to build the strongest possible case:
- Gathering police reports, medical records, and witness statements
- Photographing accident scenes and documenting evidence
- Working with accident reconstruction experts when needed
- Obtaining surveillance footage and electronic data
- Consulting with medical experts about your injuries and prognosis
- Calculating the full value of your economic and non-economic damages
Aggressive Negotiation
Most personal injury cases settle through negotiation with insurance companies. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators who know the tactics insurers use to minimize payouts. We fight for every dollar you deserve and won’t accept lowball offers that don’t fully compensate you for your losses.
Trial-Ready Representation
While most cases settle, some insurance companies refuse to offer fair compensation. When that happens, we’re fully prepared to take your case to trial. Our trial experience gives us leverage in negotiations because insurance companies know we won’t back down from a courtroom fight.
Personalized Communication
Throughout your case, we keep you informed and involved. You’ll have direct access to your attorney, and we’ll promptly return your calls and emails. We explain legal developments in plain language and make sure you understand your options at every step.
What to Do After an Accident in Colorado
The steps you take immediately after an accident can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. Here’s what we recommend:
- Seek Immediate Medical Attention: Even if injuries don’t seem severe, get evaluated by medical professionals. Some serious injuries may not be immediately apparent. Follow your doctor’s treatment recommendations and attend all appointments.
- Document Everything: Take photographs of the accident scene, your injuries, vehicle damage, and any hazardous conditions that contributed to the accident. Collect contact information from witnesses. Keep all medical records, bills, and receipts.
- Report the Accident: File a police report for vehicle accidents. Report slip and fall accidents to property owners or managers. Obtain copies of all reports for your records.
- Limit Your Statements: Be cautious about what you say to insurance adjusters. Politely decline to give recorded statements until you’ve consulted with an attorney. Don’t admit fault or apologize, even if you think you might share some blame.
- Preserve Evidence: Keep damaged clothing and personal items. Don’t repair vehicle damage until it’s been properly documented. Save all communications related to the accident.
- Contact a Personal Injury Attorney: The sooner you contact an experienced attorney, the better. Early legal involvement ensures evidence is preserved, witnesses are interviewed promptly, and your rights are protected from the start.
- Don’t Accept Quick Settlements: Insurance companies often approach accident victims with quick settlement offers that are far below the true value of claims. Once you accept a settlement, you cannot pursue additional compensation—even if you later discover more serious injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Personal Injury Claims
How much is my personal injury case worth?
Every case is unique, and the value depends on several factors including the severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical treatment, lost wages, impact on your quality of life, and the degree of the defendant’s negligence. During your free consultation, our attorneys will evaluate your case and provide an honest assessment of its potential value.
Do I need to hire a personal injury lawyer, or can I handle my claim myself?
While you’re not legally required to hire an attorney, studies consistently show that represented claimants recover significantly more compensation than those who handle claims on their own—even after attorney fees. Insurance companies have teams of adjusters and lawyers working to minimize payouts. Having an experienced personal injury attorney levels the playing field and protects your rights.
Will my personal injury case go to trial?
The vast majority of personal injury cases settle out of court through negotiations with insurance companies. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial. Our attorneys are skilled litigators who won’t hesitate to fight for you in the courtroom when necessary.
How long does a personal injury case take to resolve?
The timeline varies significantly depending on the complexity of your case, the severity of your injuries, and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Some straightforward cases resolve within a few months, while complex cases involving serious injuries or disputed liability may take a year or longer. We prioritize getting you fair compensation as efficiently as possible without sacrificing the value of your claim.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
At Eddington Law, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney fees unless we successfully recover compensation for you. The typical contingency fee is a percentage of your settlement or verdict, usually around 33%. This arrangement ensures that quality legal representation is accessible to everyone.
What should I do immediately after an accident?
Seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, gather witness contact information, and file a police report. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies without consulting an attorney. Contact a Colorado personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Should I give a recorded statement to the insurance company?
We generally advise against providing recorded statements to insurance companies without first consulting an attorney. Insurance adjusters are trained to ask questions designed to minimize your claim. Anything you say can potentially reduce your compensation. Let your attorney handle communications with the insurance company.
Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Yes. Under Colorado’s modified comparative negligence rule, you can recover compensation as long as you were less than 50% at fault. Your recovery will be reduced by your percentage of fault. If you were 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages. Our attorneys investigate thoroughly to minimize any fault attributed to you.
What is pain and suffering, and how is it calculated?
Pain and suffering is a category of non-economic damages that compensates you for the physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life caused by your injuries. Factors considered include the severity and duration of your pain, the impact on daily activities, emotional trauma, and whether injuries are permanent.
Can I choose my own doctor after an accident?
Yes, you have the right to choose your own doctor for treatment after an accident. However, if you have health insurance through a PPO or HMO, you may need to see in-network providers for coverage. Always follow your doctor’s recommendations and attend all appointments, as gaps in treatment can be used by insurance companies to argue your injuries aren’t serious.
Dealing with Insurance Companies
Insurance companies are not on your side. While they may seem friendly and helpful after an accident, their primary goal is to minimize what they pay on claims. Understanding how insurers operate helps you protect your rights.
Common Insurance Company Tactics
Insurance adjusters use various strategies to reduce claim values:
- Requesting recorded statements to find inconsistencies
- Offering quick, lowball settlements before you understand your injuries
- Disputing the severity or cause of your injuries
- Delaying claim processing hoping you’ll give up
- Scrutinizing your social media for evidence against you
- Arguing that pre-existing conditions caused your problems
- Minimizing your pain and suffering
How We Protect You
Our attorneys handle all communications with insurance companies on your behalf. We know their tactics and how to counter them. We document your injuries thoroughly, gather supporting evidence, and present your claim in the strongest possible light. When insurers refuse to be reasonable, we’re prepared to take them to court.
Our Colorado Office Locations
Denver, Colorado
Our Denver office serves the entire Front Range, including Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, Thornton, Boulder, and surrounding communities. Denver’s busy highways and urban environment lead to thousands of accidents each year, and we’re here to help victims recover.
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Our Steamboat Springs office serves Routt County, ski resort areas, and northwestern Colorado. This location gives us specialized expertise in ski and snowboard accidents, as well as motor vehicle accidents on mountain roads.
Contact Eddington Law for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident anywhere in Colorado or Arizona, Eddington Law is here to help. Our experienced personal injury attorneys will review your case, explain your legal options, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
We understand the devastating impact accidents have on victims and families. You’re facing medical challenges, financial stress, and emotional trauma. Let us handle the legal battle while you focus on healing and recovery.
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll answer your questions, explain the legal process, and help you understand your rights. There’s no obligation and no cost for the initial consultation.
Don’t let insurance companies take advantage of you during this difficult time. Call Eddington Law at (702) 904-8064 or visit our offices in Denver, Steamboat Springs, or Phoenix to speak with a personal injury attorney who will fight for your rights and your family’s future.
Time is critical in personal injury cases. Contact us today to protect your rights and begin your journey toward justice and recovery.