1. Bachus & Schanker
Focus Area: Personal injury with emphasis on catastrophic injuries and wrongful death
Practice Areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, catastrophic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, wrongful death
Background: Bachus & Schanker maintains an Aurora office with experienced attorneys who have established case results in Colorado courts. The firm utilizes investigative resources including a two-way mirror conference room for case evaluation. In 2022, there were 8,661 car accidents in Aurora alone, and the firm handles cases arising from this significant volume of local accidents. The firm provides continuing legal education presentations to keep attorneys current on personal injury law developments.
Location: Aurora, CO office
Contact: Available via firm website | https://www.coloradolaw.net/aurora/
Consultation: Contact firm for consultation details
2. Cave Law
Focus Area: Personal injury cases exclusively
Practice Areas: Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, bus crashes, pedestrian accidents, rideshare accidents, slip and fall accidents, animal bites, insurance bad faith claims, wrongful death
Background: Cave Law focuses exclusively on personal injury cases. Founder Jeremy Cave and all firm attorneys are authorized by the Colorado Supreme Court to practice law in all courts in the State of Colorado and the United States District Court for the District of Colorado. Jeremy Cave is also authorized to practice before the United States Supreme Court. The firm is located near I-225 and Parker Rd in Aurora.
Location: Aurora, CO (near I-225 and Parker Rd)
Contact: Available via firm website | https://cavelawyer.com/
Consultation: Free consultation with response within one business day
3. Ridder Law LLC
Focus Area: Personal injury with personalized client service
Practice Areas: Auto accidents, personal injury claims, coverage disputes, insurance negotiations
Background: Ridder Law provides personalized legal services with direct attorney contact from start to finish. The firm has a track record of successful settlements and court verdicts, helping accident victims recover millions in damages. Clients have direct access to their attorney rather than being passed to paralegals or analysts. The firm offers 24/7 attorney availability for legal emergencies.
Location: Aurora, CO
Contact: (720) 812-1047 | https://ridderlaw.com/
Consultation: Free personalized consultation at no cost
4. Western States Law, P.C.
Focus Area: Personal injury representation with flexible client meetings
Practice Areas: Motor vehicle accidents, personal injury claims, catastrophic injuries
Background: Western States Law operates as a boutique firm allowing dedicated attention to each client. Founding partner Dallas Norton is a licensed injury attorney who handles cases throughout Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. Partner Kristofer Hofstra is a licensed Wyoming personal injury attorney. The firm offers off-site, home, weekend, telephone, and evening appointments at no additional cost. Unlike larger firms, clients meet directly with attorneys rather than paralegals or case managers.
Location: Near I-225 and Iliff in Aurora, CO
Contact: Available via firm website | https://westernstateslaw.com/
Consultation: Free consultations including off-site, weekend, and evening appointments
5. Lee, Myers & O’Connell, LLP
Focus Area: Personal injury with multilingual services
Practice Areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, dangerous products, wrongful death
Background: Lee, Myers & O’Connell has over three decades of experience handling personal injury cases in Aurora and Colorado. The firm employs personal injury lawyers fluent in English, Korean, Spanish, and French, with services available in additional languages. The firm prepares every case for trial, enabling effective settlement negotiations or trial verdicts. The attorneys have skills and resources for complex litigation.
Location: Aurora, CO
Contact: Available via firm website | https://lmoclaw.com/
Consultation: Free case review with no fees unless the firm wins
Personal Injury Laws in Colorado
Statute of Limitations: Colorado provides a two-year statute of limitations for most personal injury cases under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-80-102(1). However, motor vehicle accidents have a three-year filing deadline under Section 13-80-101(1)(n). Medical malpractice claims must be filed within two years, with a three-year statute of repose limiting discovery claims. Intentional torts have a one-year limitation period. Claims against governmental entities require notice within 180 days of injury, with suits filed within two years. Wrongful death cases where the at-fault driver commits vehicular homicide and leaves the scene have a four-year limitation from the date of death.
Negligence Rule: Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence system under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111. An injured party can recover damages only if their percentage of fault is less than 50%. If found 50% or more at fault, the injured party is completely barred from recovery. Damages are reduced proportionally by the percentage of fault assigned. For example, if an injured party is 25% at fault and total damages are $50,000, recovery would be reduced to $37,500.
Damage Caps: Colorado has enacted significant changes to damage caps effective January 1, 2025. For civil actions filed on or after that date, the cap on noneconomic damages increases to $1.5 million (up from approximately $613,760 for claims accruing after January 2020). Starting January 2028, caps will adjust biennially for inflation. Medical malpractice noneconomic damages will incrementally increase from $300,000 to $875,000 over five years beginning January 2025. Wrongful death caps increase to $2.125 million. Claims against public entities are capped at $424,000 per person and $1,195,000 for multiple persons per incident as of 2024.
Auto Insurance Requirements: Colorado is an at-fault state, meaning the driver who causes an accident is financially responsible for resulting damages. Colorado requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/15: $25,000 bodily injury per person, $50,000 bodily injury per accident, and $15,000 property damage per accident. Medical Payments coverage (MedPay) must be offered by insurers at a minimum of $5,000, though drivers can decline in writing. Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage must be offered at the same limits as bodily injury liability but can be waived in writing. Collision and comprehensive coverage remain optional. Approximately 17.5% of Colorado drivers operate without insurance, making UM/UIM coverage particularly valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the two-year and three-year statute of limitations for accidents in Aurora?
Colorado provides a three-year statute of limitations specifically for motor vehicle accidents, giving victims of car, truck, motorcycle, and other vehicle crashes additional time to file suit. Most other personal injury claims, including slip and fall accidents and premises liability, carry a two-year deadline. The clock begins on the date of injury in both cases. Claims against government entities have stricter requirements, including a 180-day notice deadline.
How do Colorado’s new damage caps effective in 2025 affect my Aurora injury case?
For lawsuits filed on or after January 1, 2025, the cap on noneconomic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress) increases to $1.5 million. Previously, this cap was approximately $613,760. Medical malpractice noneconomic damages will gradually increase from $300,000 to $875,000 over five years. If you have a pending claim, consulting with an attorney about the timing of filing may be beneficial to take advantage of the increased caps.
Can I still recover damages if I was partially at fault for my accident on I-225 or E-470 in Aurora?
Yes, under Colorado’s modified comparative negligence rule, you can recover damages as long as you are less than 50% responsible for the accident. Your compensation would be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault and your damages totaled $100,000, you would receive $80,000. If you are found 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover any compensation.
What should I do if the at-fault driver in my Aurora accident has no insurance?
Colorado has one of the higher rates of uninsured drivers at approximately 17.5%. If you are hit by an uninsured driver, your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage would pay for your injuries up to your policy limits. Colorado insurers must offer UM coverage equal to your bodily injury liability limits, though you can decline it in writing. Without UM coverage, you would need to pursue a lawsuit directly against the uninsured driver to seek compensation.
What types of damages can I recover in an Aurora personal injury case?
Colorado allows injured parties to recover economic damages including medical expenses (current and future), lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and property damage. Noneconomic damages compensate for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and physical impairment. In cases involving extreme recklessness, punitive damages may be available. Wrongful death cases allow recovery for grief, loss of companionship, and the decedent’s lost income and support.