Colorado Accident – Experienced Colorado Springs Truck Accident Lawyers

By: Matthew C. Clawson, Accident Attorney

Accidents involving passenger vehicles can cause serious injuries, but when a commercial truck is involved, the consequences are often devastating. The immense size, weight, and force of large trucks frequently result in catastrophic injuries, totaled vehicles, and long-term medical needs.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident anywhere in Colorado, it is essential to work with an experienced Pueblo, Colorado Springs, or Denver truck accident lawyer. Trucking cases involve federal safety regulations, commercial insurance carriers, corporate defense teams, and complex liability issues. You need a legal team that will protect your rights and fight for the full compensation you deserve.

Compensation After a Colorado Semi-Truck Accident

Victims of Colorado truck accidents may be entitled to compensation for many different categories of loss. This often includes emergency medical care and hospitalization, surgeries, and long-term medical treatment, rehabilitation, and lifelong care needs, and compensation for lost wages and future earning potential. In addition, injured people can seek damages for pain and suffering, permanent disability or impairment, and reasonable out-of-pocket costs that arise because of the crash. Property damage or total vehicle replacement is also part of a typical claim. In tragic cases where a loved one is killed, surviving family members may pursue wrongful death damages.

Because of the severe injuries that commercial truck crashes often cause, and because tractor-trailers are usually covered by large commercial insurance policies, semi-truck accidents frequently result in higher settlements and verdicts than standard passenger-vehicle collisions.

How Colorado Truck Crashes Differ From Car Accidents

One of the most important differences between a truck crash and a typical car accident is the enormous weight and size of a commercial vehicle. A fully loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which can be up to 30 times more than the average car. Even at relatively low speeds, the force of impact in a collision with a vehicle of that size can cause devastating injuries.

The injuries themselves are also often more severe and long term. Victims of Colorado truck accidents frequently experience traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, internal organ damage, multiple fractures, crush injuries, and other forms of harm that can result in permanent disability. Recovery can require extensive surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term medical care.

Truck accident cases also tend to involve more potentially liable parties. Responsibility may rest not only with the truck driver, but also with the trucking company, trailer owners, cargo-loading companies, maintenance contractors, manufacturers of defective truck parts, and even freight brokers. Identifying every responsible party and every available insurance policy is crucial to maximizing compensation in a Colorado truck accident case.

What to Do After a Truck Accident in Colorado

If you are able, there are several important steps to take after a truck crash in Colorado.

First, you should call 911. Colorado State Patrol or local law enforcement must document the collision, investigate what happened, and prepare an official report. You should request a copy of that crash report or at least obtain the report number so your attorney can secure it later.

Next, you should capture photos and videos of the scene if it is safe to do so. It is helpful to document vehicle damage, debris and skid marks, weather and roadway conditions, the truck’s license plate and DOT information, the trucking company’s logo on the cab or trailer, and any visible injuries you suffered. These images can later provide valuable evidence about how the collision occurred.

You should also gather information from the truck driver and any witnesses. This includes the driver’s name and contact information, commercial driver’s license number, employer name, and insurance details. Witness names and phone numbers should be written down as soon as possible, because people often leave the scene quickly.

You should avoid talking to the trucking company or its insurance representatives about fault or making any recorded statements. Adjusters and corporate investigators are trained to protect the company’s interests and to limit the value of your claim.

As soon as you can, write down key details about how the crash happened. Record what you remember about the events leading up to the impact, what the truck driver said afterward, the traffic and weather conditions, and the pain or symptoms you noticed at the scene and in the hours that followed. Your memory will fade over time, and early notes are often very helpful.

Finally, you should seek immediate medical treatment, even if you think you might be able to “tough it out.” Some serious injuries, particularly internal injuries, concussions, and soft-tissue damage, may not appear for hours or days. Prompt medical care both protects your health and creates a clear record linking your injuries to the crash.

Common Causes of Big-Rig Accidents in Colorado

Many Colorado big-rig and semi-truck accidents are linked to driver fatigue. Truckers often spend long hours on the road despite federal Hours-of-Service rules that are designed to prevent drowsy driving. Your attorney can secure key evidence such as electronic logging device data, GPS records, dispatch logs, and other documents that may show that a driver stayed on the road longer than allowed or failed to take mandatory rest breaks.

Distracted driving is another major cause of commercial truck crashes. This can include cell phone use, texting while driving, programming a GPS while the truck is moving, eating or drinking behind the wheel, or focusing on in-cab screens and other electronics instead of the roadway. Because of the weight and speed of a fully loaded semi, even a momentary distraction can lead to a catastrophic collision.

Improper truck maintenance also contributes to many accidents. Mechanical failures such as brake problems, tire blowouts, steering issues, and malfunctioning lights or indicators can all create dangerous situations on Colorado highways and city streets. Trucking companies and maintenance contractors have a legal duty to keep their vehicles in safe working condition.

Improper or unsecured cargo is another frequent factor. When a trailer is overloaded, off-balance, or not properly secured, the cargo can shift during transit and cause jackknife crashes, rollovers, or load spills that endanger everyone on the road.

Finally, many serious truck accidents occur because drivers fail to adjust their speed and following distance to Colorado’s changing weather and terrain. Truckers must reduce speed and drive with extra caution when there is snow, ice, fog, or strong wind, and when traveling on steep grades and mountain passes such as sections of Interstate 70. Failure to adjust to these conditions can be strong evidence of negligence.

Areas We Serve in Colorado

We handle truck accident cases throughout the State of Colorado. Our practice includes representation of clients in Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, Parker, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Centennial, Englewood, Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, Thornton, Broomfield, Fort Collins, Greeley, Pueblo, Monument, Falcon, Fountain, and Woodland Park. We also serve clients in Douglas County, El Paso County, Jefferson County, Arapahoe County, Adams County, Boulder County, and surrounding communities.

Why Matthew C. Clawson Is the Right Attorney for Your Truck Accident Case

Matthew C. Clawson is an experienced Colorado trial attorney who understands the complexity of commercial truck accident cases. He knows how to secure critical evidence, challenge large trucking companies and insurers, and build strong claims for maximum compensation. Clients value his hands-on approach, clear communication, and deep knowledge of Colorado courts. With offices serving Pueblo, Colorado Springs, and Denver, Matthew brings local insight, strategic experience, and a commitment to protecting injured clients and their families.

No matter where your truck accident occurred in Colorado, we can help you understand your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.

You can reach us at www.clawsonattorney.com. Matthew can be contacted directly at Matthew@clawson.law. To learn more about our top-rated legal services, please complete our online form or call 719-634-1848 or 303-805-9353 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Legal Disclaimer- This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this content or contacting the attorney does not create an attorney-client relationship. Legal decisions and outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case. Colorado laws may change, and you should consult a licensed attorney for advice tailored to your circumstances. No guarantee is made regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information provided.