Denver Truck Accident Lawyer
- Last Updated:
- May 8, 2026
If you’ve been hurt in a Denver truck accident, the Denver truck accident lawyers at Flaxman Law Group will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
Truck crashes on Colorado’s I-25 and I-70 corridors cause devastating injuries, from traumatic brain injuries to spinal cord damage and internal bleeding. When a negligent truck driver or trucking company’s reckless disregard caused your crash, you may be entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Steven Flaxman & Charles Flaxman have recovered nearly $1 billion for injured clients since 1981 and are ready to put that experience to work for you. Call (970) 999-0530 or send us a secure message today for a free consultation.
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Truck Accident Attorneys Serving Colorado
Denver truck accident claims are among the most legally complex injury cases in Colorado, and the stakes for victims are extraordinarily high. Denver County recorded 712 truck crashes in 2024, the highest count of any county in the state, and the injuries that result from those crashes are rarely minor.
When an 80,000-pound commercial truck collides with a passenger vehicle, the force of impact is roughly 20 times greater than a standard car-on-car collision, and the injuries that follow reflect that reality.
Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, shattered limbs, and internal bleeding are common outcomes for survivors. Medical costs pile up quickly, and many victims find themselves unable to return to work for months or years.
The legal process that follows is governed by a web of federal trucking regulations, Colorado state law, and corporate insurance defense tactics that most injured people are simply not equipped to face alone. Flaxman Law Group represents truck accident victims across Denver and the entire Front Range, fighting to recover every dollar they deserve.
Without an Attorney vs. With Flaxman Law Group
When a commercial truck is involved in a crash, the trucking company’s insurance team begins building their defense within hours. The difference in outcome between handling that alone and having Flaxman Law Group in your corner is significant.
Without an Attorney | With Flaxman Law Group | |
|---|---|---|
Insurance Negotiations | You negotiate directly against adjusters trained to minimize payouts | We handle all communication and counter every lowball tactic |
Evidence Preservation | ELD data, black box records, and driver logs may be lost or destroyed | We move immediately to subpoena and preserve all critical evidence |
Case Value | Early offers rarely account for future medical costs or lost income | We calculate the full value of your claim before any settlement is considered |
Legal Complexity | Federal trucking regulations and multiple liable parties are too complex to face without representation | Our attorneys know FMCSA rules, Colorado law, and how to pursue every defendant |
Cost to You | Out-of-pocket legal fees with no guarantee of outcome | No fees unless we win — contingency fee basis, zero upfront cost |
Types of Cases We Handle in Denver
Flaxman Law Group handles the full range of commercial truck accident claims across the Denver metro, including some of the most complex and catastrophic collision types on Colorado’s roads.
occur when a truck’s trailer folds outward toward the cab, often sweeping across multiple lanes and giving nearby drivers no time to react.
happen when a passenger vehicle slides beneath a truck trailer upon impact, frequently resulting in catastrophic or fatal head injuries.
are common on Colorado’s mountain grades and highway on-ramps, where shifting cargo or excessive speed causes a truck to tip onto its side.
are a recurring hazard in Denver’s congested I-70 and I-25 interchange traffic, where large trucks carry substantial no-zones on all four sides.
involving semi trucks round out the cases we see most often in the Denver metro.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Denver Truck Accident?
Most people assume the driver is the only party responsible for a truck crash, but Colorado truck accident cases routinely involve multiple defendants, each carrying their own insurance coverage.
Identifying every liable party is one of the most consequential steps in a truck accident claim, because finding additional defendants means finding additional sources of compensation. Trucking cases commonly name the driver, the carrier, the cargo shipper, the maintenance company, and sometimes a parts manufacturer, depending on what the investigation reveals.
The Truck Driver
Truck drivers may be held personally liable when fatigue, distraction, or impairment behind the wheel causes a Denver crash. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has found that driver-related factors contributed to 86 percent of fatal large truck crashes, and the most common violations include speeding, texting, impaired driving, and running traffic signals.
It is worth noting that a traffic citation issued to the driver does not eliminate the trucking company from liability under Colorado law. Both parties can be held responsible simultaneously, and in most cases, both should be pursued.
The Trucking Company
Trucking companies face liability on two separate tracks. Under vicarious liability, a carrier is legally responsible for the negligent actions of its drivers while on the job, even when those drivers are classified as independent contractors under federal law. Companies also face independent negligence claims when they cut corners on driver hiring, skip required safety training, pressure drivers to exceed federal Hours of Service limits, or fail to maintain their fleets.
Maintenance records, hiring files, prior FMCSA safety ratings, and dispatch communications are among the first records our attorneys move to subpoena after a serious crash.
Cargo Loaders, Shippers, and Manufacturers
Third parties outside the cab can share fault for a Denver truck accident when their negligence contributes to the collision. Improperly secured or unevenly distributed cargo can shift during transit, causing a driver to lose control and resulting in jackknife accidents or dangerous road debris.
When brake failures, tire blowouts, or steering defects cause or worsen a crash, the parts manufacturer or maintenance provider responsible for that component may face a product liability claim. Identifying these third-party defendants often requires accident reconstruction experts and immediate action to preserve physical evidence before it is lost.
What Causes Most Truck Accidents in Denver?
Human error drives the overwhelming majority of truck crashes on Denver’s I-25 and I-70 corridors, but the specific forms that error takes in commercial trucking are shaped by an industry that puts enormous pressure on drivers to move cargo fast and log as many miles as possible.
In 2024, 21 Colorado truck drivers involved in crashes were suspected of alcohol use, and an additional 11 were suspected of drug use, including marijuana. Those numbers represent only the cases where impairment was detected at the scene.
Driver fatigue is one of the most dangerous and underreported causes of serious truck crashes. Research shows that being awake for 24 consecutive hours produces impairment equivalent to a blood alcohol level of 0.10 percent, which exceeds the legal limit for any driver in Colorado.
Federal Hours of Service rules under 49 CFR Part 395 limit property-carrying commercial drivers to 11 hours of driving within a 14-hour on-duty window, but carriers who set unrealistic delivery schedules create pressure on drivers to push past those limits. When an attorney subpoenas a driver’s Electronic Logging Device records, which automatically capture duty status in real time, Hours of Service violations become some of the most persuasive evidence available in a truck accident case.
Distracted driving, speeding, improper lane changes, and mechanical failures from deferred maintenance round out the leading causes of truck crashes in the Denver metro. When any of these factors can be tied to a federal safety regulation violation, Colorado’s negligence per se doctrine gives your attorney a powerful tool for establishing liability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Denver truck accident claims raise questions that standard car accident resources rarely answer well, because the legal framework, insurance coverage, and evidence involved are fundamentally different.
Colorado caps non-economic damages, which cover losses like pain and suffering and emotional distress, at $1.5 million for injury claims filed on or after January 1, 2026. Truck accident settlements in Colorado range from $100,000 to several million dollars depending on injury severity, the number of liable parties, and the total economic losses involved.
How Long Does a Denver Truck Accident Case Take to Settle?
Most Denver truck accident cases reach resolution within one to two years, though the timeline depends heavily on the severity of your injuries and whether liability is disputed. Cases involving moderate injuries and clear fault often settle within several months once your medical treatment reaches a stable point and your attorney can accurately calculate your total losses.
Cases involving catastrophic injuries, multiple defendants, or insurance companies that refuse to negotiate fairly take longer and may proceed to trial. Filing your claim early preserves the evidence your attorney needs to resolve the case efficiently and on your terms.
What Is a Fair Truck Accident Settlement in Colorado?
Colorado truck accident settlements vary too widely for any single average figure to be meaningful, but cases involving severe or catastrophic injuries regularly result in recoveries exceeding $1 million. Federal law requires commercial trucking companies to carry a minimum of $750,000 in liability insurance, and many carriers carry significantly more through umbrella policies, which means the coverage available in serious injury cases is often substantial.
The full value of your claim includes current and future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage, and non-economic losses. Accepting an early offer before your injuries are fully understood almost always means leaving money on the table.
Is Hiring a Truck Accident Attorney Worth It in Denver?
When a commercial vehicle is involved in a Denver truck accident, hiring an attorney is almost always worth it. Trucking companies deploy their own investigators and defense attorneys within hours of a crash specifically to build a record that protects their interests before you have had a chance to gather your own. Truck accident injuries frequently leave victims unable to work, afford ongoing treatment, or care for their families, and those losses deserve full compensation.
An experienced truck accident attorney subpoenas Electronic Logging Device data, driver qualification files, maintenance records, and black box information that you would have no practical way to obtain on your own.
How Flaxman Law Group Can Help
Flaxman Law Group has fought for injured clients across Denver since 1981, recovering nearly $1 billion in verdicts and settlements. Charles Flaxman spent a decade as an insurance claims adjuster before becoming a trial attorney, and Steven Flaxman brings years of experience as a former insurance defense lawyer, giving our team an inside understanding of exactly how insurers evaluate and minimize truck accident claims.
We offer 24/7 attorney access, free consultations, and we never charge a fee unless we win your case. If you or someone you love has been injured in a Denver truck accident, call (970) 999-0530 today.