1. McCormick & Murphy P.C.
Focus Area: Auto accidents, insurance bad faith, medical malpractice
Practice Areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, dog bites, slip and fall incidents, wrongful death, wrongful denial of insurance claims (insurance bad faith), workplace accidents, sports injuries
Background: Established in 1995 with 75 years of combined experience between founders Kirk McCormick and Jay Murphy. Mr. Murphy previously worked as a litigation defense attorney representing insurance companies from 1990-1995. Mr. McCormick was a former partner in the largest Colorado law firm representing insurance companies and handled multi-million dollar commercial lawsuits for Colorado Interstate Gas Company. Licensed in Colorado State and Federal Courts.
Location: W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Contact: (719) 249-0541 | https://mccormickmurphy.com/
Consultation: Free initial consultation, contingency fee basis
2. Springs Law Group
Focus Area: Personal injury, car accidents, insurance disputes
Practice Areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, pedestrian accidents, wrongful death, premises liability
Background: Colorado-based personal injury firm serving Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. The firm handles cases on a contingency fee basis and provides free initial consultations to evaluate potential claims.
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact: Contact through website | https://springslawgroup.com
Consultation: Free initial consultation with no fee attached, contingency fee arrangement
3. Heuser & Heuser, LLP
Focus Area: Personal injury, motor vehicle accidents
Practice Areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall, premises liability, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries
Background: Serving Southern Colorado since 1996. Attorney Brennan Heuser is a combat veteran. The firm has helped thousands of injured clients pursue compensation throughout South Colorado. Known for handling cases from intake through trial when necessary, with substantial settlement results for clients.
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact: (719) 520-9909 | https://heuserlaw.com/
Consultation: Free case evaluation, no-obligation assessment
4. Rector Stuzynski Law Firm
Focus Area: Motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death
Practice Areas: Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, slip and fall, dog bites
Background: The firm emphasizes client-centered service with attorneys and paralegals committed to client satisfaction. Handles cases on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs to clients.
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Contact: Contact through website | https://rectorlawfirm.com/
Consultation: Free consultation, contingency fee (no payment unless case is won)
5. Bachus & Schanker
Focus Area: Catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, workers’ compensation
Practice Areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, workers’ compensation, slip and falls, premises liability
Background: Multi-office Colorado law firm with locations in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. The firm handles cases involving serious injuries and has attorneys experienced in both settlement negotiations and courtroom litigation. Attorney Kyle Bachus has authored resources for families who have suffered traumatic losses.
Location: 102 S Tejon St, 11th floor, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (near Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum)
Contact: Contact through website | https://www.coloradolaw.net/colorado-springs/
Consultation: Free consultation available
Personal Injury Laws in Colorado
Statute of Limitations
Colorado sets different deadlines depending on the type of injury claim. Most personal injury cases based on negligence must be filed within two years under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-80-102. Motor vehicle accident claims have a three-year statute of limitations under Section 13-80-101(1)(n). Medical malpractice claims must be filed within two years, subject to a three-year statute of repose. Intentional torts such as assault or battery have only a one-year filing window. Claims against government entities require written notice within 180 days and must be filed within two years. Product liability claims generally have a two-year deadline from the date of injury.
Negligence Rules
Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence system under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111. An injured person can recover damages only if their fault is less than 50%. If you are found 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover any compensation. For plaintiffs under 50% fault, damages are reduced by their percentage of responsibility. For example, if you are found 25% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you would recover $75,000. This system affects how cases are evaluated and settled throughout Colorado.
Damage Caps
Colorado underwent significant changes to damage caps effective January 1, 2025. For personal injury claims filed on or after that date, non-economic damages are capped at $1.5 million (up from previous limits around $613,760 for claims accruing after January 1, 2020). These caps will adjust biennially for inflation going forward. Medical malpractice non-economic damage caps are increasing on a graduated schedule from $300,000 to $875,000 over five years beginning January 1, 2025, with inflation adjustments thereafter. Claims against government entities are capped at approximately $424,000 for injuries to one person and $1,195,000 for injuries to two or more persons in a single occurrence. Punitive damages are available only when the defendant acted with willful and wanton misconduct.
Auto Insurance Requirements
Colorado operates as an at-fault (tort) state, meaning the driver responsible for an accident bears financial responsibility for damages. The state switched from a no-fault system to tort liability in 2003. Minimum liability insurance requirements are 25/50/15: $25,000 for bodily injury per person, $50,000 for bodily injury per accident, and $15,000 for property damage per accident. Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage is offered but not mandatory in Colorado (drivers can opt out in writing). Medical payments coverage (MedPay) must be offered by insurers, though drivers can decline it. Colorado is also a diminished value state, allowing drivers to recover the reduction in vehicle value after an accident.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Colorado Springs’ winter road conditions affect personal injury claims?
El Paso County experiences significant winter weather that creates hazardous driving conditions on I-25 and local roads. Drivers have a duty to adjust their speed and following distance for conditions. However, accidents caused by inadequate road maintenance by government entities may involve claims against CDOT or local municipalities, which require filing written notice within 180 days. Property owners in commercial areas also bear responsibility for clearing ice and snow within reasonable timeframes.
What deadlines apply to car accident claims in Colorado Springs?
Motor vehicle accidents in Colorado have a three-year statute of limitations, longer than the two-year deadline for other personal injury claims. This applies regardless of whether you were a driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist. Claims against government vehicles or involving accidents on state-maintained roads still require the 180-day notice to the appropriate government entity. Time spent negotiating with insurance companies counts against this deadline.
How do military installations in Colorado Springs affect personal injury cases?
Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, and other military installations bring unique considerations. Accidents involving military personnel acting within the scope of their duties may fall under the Federal Tort Claims Act, which has specific procedural requirements and damage limitations different from state law. Claims against the federal government require filing an administrative claim before any lawsuit can be brought. Off-duty accidents involving military personnel follow standard Colorado personal injury procedures.
What changed with Colorado’s damage cap laws in 2024 and 2025?
House Bill 24-1472 signed in June 2024 significantly increased damage caps effective January 1, 2025. Non-economic damages in general personal injury cases increased from around $613,760 to $1.5 million with biennial inflation adjustments. Medical malpractice caps are increasing gradually over five years. Cases filed before January 1, 2025 remain subject to prior caps, while cases filed after benefit from increased limits. The filing date, not the injury date, determines which caps apply for general personal injury claims.
Can I recover damages if I was partially responsible for my Colorado Springs accident?
Colorado’s modified comparative negligence rule permits recovery only if you are less than 50% at fault. At exactly 50% or higher fault, you receive nothing. Below that threshold, your damages are reduced proportionally. Insurance adjusters frequently argue shared fault to reduce claim values. Common disputed scenarios include intersection accidents, rear-end collisions where the lead driver stopped suddenly, and slip and fall incidents where the visitor allegedly failed to notice obvious hazards.