Lakewood Personal Injury Lawyer
Denver’s Trial-Tested Personal Injury Team. Just 15 Minutes from Lakewood
If you’ve been injured on the Colfax Gauntlet or hurt in a slip-and-fall near Belmar, you don’t just need a lawyer—you need a team that knows the Jefferson County courts, the roads you drive, and the insurance tactics that target Lakewood residents. At Cheney Galluzzi & Howard, we fight relentlessly so you can focus on healing.
Why Lakewood Families Drive to Our Denver Office
Here’s the truth: Lakewood doesn’t have a shortage of lawyers. But when you’re facing a life-altering injury, you need more than convenience—you need a team that has tried hundreds of cases to verdict, recovered tens of millions of dollars for Colorado families, and knows how to dismantle the excuses insurance adjusters use against Lakewood residents.
Our personal injury law firm is located in downtown Denver—a straight 15-minute drive east on 6th Avenue or Colfax. Our clients from Lakewood tell us the same thing: “The drive was easy, and the results were worth it.”
We know the stretch of Union Boulevard near St. Anthony Hospital that holds ice until mid-afternoon. We know the Wadsworth & Morrison Spring that creates a perennial ice patch on the southwest corner. We know the Kipling & 6th Avenue interchange, where commercial truck traffic turns fender-benders into catastrophic collisions.
That local knowledge—combined with our trial-tested experience—is why families in Lakewood choose to work with us instead of settling for a generalist down the street.
Our Practice Areas
We handle every type of personal injury case that affects Lakewood families:
- Car Accidents – From rear-ends on Wadsworth to T-bones in Green Mountain
- Truck Accidents – Commercial vehicle collisions near the Federal Center
- Motorcycle Accidents – Crashes on routes toward the foothills
- Bicycle & Pedestrian Accidents – Injuries on the Colfax Gauntlet and near Bear Creek Lake Park
- Slip and Fall – Holding property owners accountable, whether it’s a slick sidewalk in Belmar or an unplowed lot on Union Boulevard
- Brain Injuries – Expert representation for TBI cases, ensuring long-term care is covered
- Spinal Cord Injuries – Catastrophic injury advocacy
- Wrongful Death – Compassionate representation for families who have lost loved ones
It’s more than money. It’s about helping you rebuild your life.
We Know Lakewood’s Roads, Courts, and Insurance Tactics
When you’re injured in Lakewood, the insurance company’s playbook is predictable: blame the weather, blame the victim, and delay the case until you’re desperate enough to accept pennies on the dollar. We don’t let that happen.
The Hazards We Know (And Use to Prove Negligence)
- The Union Blvd “Shadow Freeze”: The stretch near St. Anthony Hospital stays shaded and icy until mid-afternoon. If a driver hits you there at 1:00 PM and claims “sudden ice,” we prove they should have been driving for the conditions.
- The “Kipling Ice Rink”: The stretch from Alameda to Jewell is notorious for black ice. We hold drivers accountable for failing to adjust their speed in known danger zones.
- The Wadsworth Spring: Locals know about the natural spring near Morrison Road that creates a perennial ice patch. We use this granular knowledge to prove the hazard was foreseeable and the other driver was negligent.
- The “Colfax Gauntlet”: The stretch of Colfax from Sheridan to Wadsworth is statistically one of the most dangerous pedestrian corridors in Colorado. We know how to pull traffic cam footage, analyze signal timing, and fight for your right to the road.
- The Federal Center Bottleneck: The Kipling & 6th Avenue interchange is a magnet for heavy commercial traffic. When a semi-truck or delivery van is involved, the case gets complicated fast. We know how to navigate the federal regulations that govern these commercial drivers.
Why the Drive to Denver Is Worth It
We understand that when you’re injured, every trip feels overwhelming. That’s why we’ve made it as easy as possible for Lakewood residents to work with us:
Free parking at our downtown Denver office (we validate).
Virtual consultations available if you can’t make the drive.
A straight shot down 6th Avenue or Colfax—no complicated routes.
Trial-tested results that local generalists simply can’t match.
Here’s what we mean by “trial-tested”: We’ve secured a $2,527,546 verdict in Jefferson County. We’ve recovered a $3,000,000 car crash settlement. We’ve been named 2026 Top Lawyers by 5280 Magazine and Super Lawyers Rising Stars. We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial—which is why insurance companies take our demands seriously.
You’re not just hiring a lawyer. You’re hiring a team that has stood in front of Jefferson County judges, cross-examined negligent drivers, and fought insurance companies that have unlimited resources. That’s the difference between a “local option” and a team that wins.
Directions from Lakewood to Our Denver Office
Starting Point: Lakewood (near Belmar shopping district or Wadsworth & Colfax)
- Head east on Colfax Avenue (US-40) or 6th Avenue (US-6) toward downtown Denver.
- Continue for approximately 6-8 miles (15-20 minutes depending on traffic).
- Our office is located in downtown Denver with easy access from either corridor.
- Free validated parking is available at our building.
Can’t make the drive? We offer virtual consultations via phone or video.
Serving Lakewood Neighborhoods & Beyond
We proudly represent injured residents throughout Lakewood, including:
- Belmar – Slip-and-fall cases in shopping centers and mixed-use developments
- Green Mountain – Car accidents on winding residential streets
- Bear Creek – Bicycle and pedestrian accidents near Bear Creek Lake Park
- Federal Center Area – Commercial truck accidents near the Kipling & 6th Avenue interchange
- Colfax Corridor – High-speed collisions and pedestrian accidents on the “Colfax Gauntlet”
- Wadsworth & Morrison – Accidents involving the Wadsworth Spring ice hazard
No matter where in Lakewood you were injured, we know the roads, the intersections, and the specific hazards that contributed to your accident.
Ready to Get Your Life Back?
You’re hurt. You’re facing medical bills, lost wages, and an insurance company that doesn’t care. You deserve a team that knows Lakewood’s roads, Jefferson County’s courts, and how to fight relentlessly for justice.
Cheney Galluzzi & Howard
It’s More Than Money. It’s About Helping You Rebuild Your Life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to live in Denver to work with you?
No. We proudly represent injured people throughout Lakewood, Jefferson County, and all of Colorado. Many of our clients live in Lakewood and make the short drive to our downtown Denver office—or we meet virtually.
How far is the drive from Lakewood to your office?
It’s a straight 15-20 minute drive east on 6th Avenue or Colfax. We offer free validated parking and virtual consultations if the drive is difficult.
The insurance company says the accident was due to “icy conditions” on Kipling. Can I still sue?
Yes. In Colorado, drivers must drive for the conditions. If they hit you on the “Kipling Ice Rink” (Alameda to Jewell) or near the Wadsworth Spring, they likely were driving too fast for the conditions. We know how to use meteorological data and police reports to prove negligence.
Will my case get stuck in the Jefferson County court backlog?
It’s true that the 1st Judicial District can be slow, but we don’t let cases sit. We are aggressive with filings and move cases forward. We know the local clerks and judges, and we push to get your case resolved efficiently.
What if the driver who hit me on 6th Avenue didn’t have insurance?
This is the “Insurance Gap” we see constantly on the 6th Ave/C-470 corridor. We are experts at finding coverage, including stacking Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) policies to ensure your bills are paid even if the other driver is broke.
How much does it cost to hire a lawyer?
Zero upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win your case.