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Littleton Car Accident Lawyers Who Fight for the Full Value of Your Claim

Injured on C-470, US-85/Santa Fe Drive, Wadsworth Boulevard, or anywhere in Arapahoe County? Colorado law lets you recover even if you were partly at fault, as long as you were less than 50 percent responsible. We handle the insurance claim, the negotiation, and litigation in the 18th Judicial District when an insurer refuses to be fair. Serving Littleton from our Denver office. No fee unless we win.

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  • Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule under C.R.S. 13-21-111. You can still recover damages even if you were partly at fault, as long as you were less than 50 percent responsible. Your award is reduced by your share of fault.
  • The deadline to file most car accident lawsuits in Colorado is three years from the date of the crash (C.R.S. 13-80-101). Claims involving a government vehicle or government-owned road follow different, shorter notice rules.
  • Colorado is not a no-fault state. You pursue your claim against the at-fault driver's liability insurer, not your own. Insurers begin building their defense the moment a crash is reported, which is why having an attorney before you give a recorded statement matters.

If you were hurt in a car accident on C-470, US-85/Santa Fe Drive, Wadsworth Boulevard, or anywhere in the Littleton area, CGH Injury Lawyers represents you from our Denver office at 2701 Lawrence St. We pull the police report, build the medical record, calculate every category of loss, and take the case to the 18th Judicial District when an insurer refuses to be fair. Free consultation. No fee unless we win.

Real Colorado results

Verdicts and settlements we have recovered in car accident cases

  • $3,000,000 Car crash settlement, Montrose County
  • $2,527,546 Car crash verdict, Jefferson County
  • $1,654,629 Car crash verdict, Boulder County
  • $1,500,000 Car crash settlement, Summit County

Verdicts and settlements published on our case results page. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its own facts.

The law that governs your case

Colorado car accident law decoded for Littleton victims

A car accident claim in Littleton turns on four legal questions: who was at fault and by how much, what the deadline is for filing, what types of compensation are available, and whether the at-fault driver was insured. Here is what the law actually says on each point.

Fault and comparative negligence

  • Colorado uses a modified comparative fault rule under C.R.S. 13-21-111. You can recover damages as long as your share of fault is less than 50 percent, and your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
  • If you are found 50 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing. Insurance adjusters inflate the injured person's fault percentage to reduce payouts, and an attorney can challenge that assessment.
  • To establish negligence, you must prove: duty (the at-fault driver owed you a duty of care), breach (they violated that duty), causation (their breach caused the crash), and damages (you suffered measurable harm).

Deadlines, insurance, and UM coverage

  • The standard deadline to file a car accident lawsuit in Colorado is three years from the date of the crash (C.R.S. 13-80-101). Claims against a government entity follow much shorter notice rules. Do not wait.
  • Colorado is not a no-fault state. You pursue your claim against the at-fault driver's liability insurer, not your own.
  • If the at-fault driver was uninsured or underinsured, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage applies. Colorado UM/UIM claims are governed by C.R.S. 13-80-107.5, applied by the Colorado Supreme Court in Pham v. State Farm, 2013 CO 17.
  • When your insurer unreasonably delays or denies a valid claim, Colorado gives you a separate statutory bad-faith claim under C.R.S. 10-3-1115 and 10-3-1116.
Local Knowledge

Littleton roads, trauma care, and the courthouse where your case may be filed

A car accident claim in Littleton lives in Littleton: the roads where crashes happen most, the hospital that treated you, and the court that will hear the case. Here is the ground we work on for Arapahoe County clients.

High-Crash Corridors

US-85 / Santa Fe Drive and C-470

US Route 85 / Santa Fe Drive is Littleton's most documented crash corridor, with thousands of crashes recorded over recent multi-year periods, driven by congestion, left-turn conflicts, and freight traffic. Colorado State Highway 470 (C-470 / Centennial Freeway) runs along Littleton's southern edge and is known for short on-ramps and off-ramps that force aggressive merging and frequent rear-end collisions during peak hours. Wadsworth Boulevard and the Arapahoe Community College corridor at 5,900 S. Santa Fe Drive generate additional pedestrian and vehicle conflict points. Chatfield State Park, which draws heavy seasonal traffic at the C-470 and SH-121 intersection, is another documented congestion zone. When your crash happened on any of these corridors, the police report, scene photos, and nearby camera footage are the first things we secure.

Trauma Care

AdventHealth Littleton

AdventHealth Littleton (formerly Littleton Adventist Hospital), located at 7700 South Broadway, is a Level II Trauma Center designated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and verified by the American College of Surgeons. It is the closest major trauma facility for most Littleton crash victims. Medical records from your emergency and follow-up treatment there document the full scope of your injuries, including imaging, surgical notes, and discharge instructions, and become the backbone of your damages claim. We work with your treating providers before any demand goes out so the claim is built on the complete record.

Courthouse

18th Judicial District, Arapahoe County

Littleton is the county seat of Arapahoe County and falls within the 18th Judicial District. Civil personal injury cases arising in Arapahoe County are heard at the Arapahoe County Courthouse at 1790 West Littleton Blvd, Littleton CO 80120, and at the Arapahoe County Justice Center at 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial CO 80112. Because Littleton's city limits extend into portions of Jefferson County and Douglas County, the proper filing venue depends on where the crash occurred. We confirm jurisdiction before any complaint is filed.

Why CGH

Why Littleton car accident victims choose CGH Injury Lawyers

Trial-ready attorneys, bilingual service, and no fee unless we win. We do not publish car accident settlement figures, because every crash injury is different and a number on a page tells you nothing about your case. What we offer is the work, not a headline.

The Rule

C.R.S. 13-21-111

Colorado's modified comparative fault rule lets you recover even if you were partly at fault, as long as your share is less than 50 percent. Adjusters inflate your fault share to shrink payouts. We challenge every assessment.

Trial-Ready

8 attorneys, built for the 18th Judicial District.

Managing Partner Kevin Cheney is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and has tried over 25 cases to verdict. Timothy G. Tarr has been recognized by Best Lawyers every year since 2023. When we say we take cases to the Arapahoe County courthouse, we mean it.

Three-Year Window

Evidence does not wait.

Colorado's three-year filing deadline (C.R.S. 13-80-101) sounds long. Dashcam footage is overwritten in days. Witness memories fade in weeks. We preserve evidence from the first call.

Local Corridors

We know C-470 and US-85.

We understand the crash patterns on Littleton's most dangerous corridors and know which cameras, CDOT records, and police units cover each segment.

Uninsured Driver? Covered.

UM/UIM claims handled in-house.

If the at-fault driver had no insurance or inadequate limits, your own UM/UIM coverage may apply. Colorado UM/UIM claims are governed by C.R.S. 13-80-107.5 under Pham v. State Farm, 2013 CO 17. We pull the declarations page and confirm coverage before any demand goes out.

Bilingual

Hablamos español.

Spanish-speaking staff and attorneys serve Littleton's Spanish-speaking community throughout the South Metro.

No Win, No Fee

Contingency only.

You pay nothing out of pocket for legal fees. We advance costs and collect only from a settlement or verdict in your Littleton case.

After the crash

What to do after a car accident in Littleton

The steps you take in the hours after a Littleton crash shape the entire claim. Take care of your health first, preserve every piece of evidence, and call before the other driver's insurer reaches you.

  1. Call 911 and get medical care

    Request a police response. A police report is a foundational document for any injury claim. If you need emergency care, AdventHealth Littleton at 7700 South Broadway is a Level II Trauma Center and the closest major facility for most Littleton crash victims. Even injuries that feel minor at the scene can develop into serious conditions. Get examined and keep every record.

  2. Document the scene

    Photograph vehicles, road conditions, and injuries. Note the positions of the vehicles, any skid marks, and the traffic signal or signage nearby. Identify every witness and ask for contact information. On corridors like C-470 or US-85, note nearby businesses or CDOT camera positions that may have captured the collision.

  3. Exchange information and get the police report number

    Collect the other driver's name, license, registration, and insurance information. Write down the responding officer's name and the report number before you leave the scene. Do not admit fault at the scene, even casually.

  4. Do not give a recorded statement

    The at-fault driver's insurer will likely contact you quickly. Do not agree to a recorded statement or sign anything without speaking with an attorney first. Recorded statements taken before your full medical picture is clear can lock you into answers that undermine your claim. Call (303) 209-9395.

  5. We investigate and build your claim

    We secure the police report and crash-scene evidence, work with AdventHealth Littleton and your other treating providers to assemble the medical record, calculate every category of loss, and prepare a demand package before submitting anything to the insurer.

  6. Negotiate or litigate in the 18th Judicial District

    Most cases settle. If the insurer refuses a fair offer, we file in Arapahoe County District Court and try your case before a jury in the 18th Judicial District.

Compensation

What compensation can a Littleton car accident victim recover?

Colorado law recognizes two broad categories of damages after a crash: economic losses you can document with bills and records, and non-economic losses for the human cost of the injury. Both categories are available in most Littleton car accident cases.

Economic damages (never capped)

  • Medical expenses, past and future
  • Lost wages and lost income
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Property damage to your vehicle
  • Rehabilitation and therapy costs
  • Out-of-pocket expenses tied to the crash

Non-economic damages

  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium for a spouse or family
  • Compensation for physical impairment or disfigurement (not subject to the non-economic cap under C.R.S. 13-21-102.5(5))

Economic damages such as medical bills and lost wages are never capped in Colorado. For claims accruing on or after January 1, 2025, non-economic damages such as pain and suffering are capped at $1.5 million under C.R.S. 13-21-102.5, with inflation adjustments beginning in 2028. Lower, inflation-adjusted caps apply to older claims based on when the claim accrued. Compensation for physical impairment or disfigurement is not capped at all under C.R.S. 13-21-102.5(5). Punitive damages are available in Colorado when a defendant acted with fraud, malice, or willful and wanton disregard for others (C.R.S. 13-21-102). We structure every Littleton claim so no category of harm you suffered is left on the table.

What insurers argue

Defenses insurers use against Littleton car accident claimants, and how we answer them

Insurance adjusters follow a predictable playbook. Knowing the arguments in advance is how you avoid being caught off guard.

  1. "You were partly at fault"

    Under Colorado's modified comparative negligence rule (C.R.S. 13-21-111), inflating your share of fault reduces the payout or eliminates it entirely at 50 percent. Adjusters routinely assign a fault percentage to the injured party without the evidence to support it. We challenge every fault assessment with the police report, witness statements, and, when the crash is disputed, accident reconstruction.

  2. "Your injuries are pre-existing"

    Insurers use broad medical authorizations to pull years of prior records and then argue your injuries predate the crash. We limit medical authorizations to records relevant to the claim and work with your treating providers at AdventHealth Littleton or wherever you were treated to document what changed after the crash, including new imaging, surgical findings, or changes in your functional status.

  3. "You did not seek treatment promptly"

    A gap in medical care is one of the most common arguments used to minimize a soft-tissue or whiplash claim. Symptoms can appear days after a crash, and delays in seeking care are often the result of shock, lack of insurance, or waiting for a doctor's appointment. We document the timeline and use your treating providers' records to connect the crash to your injuries.

  4. "You gave a recorded statement that limits your claim"

    If you gave a recorded statement before retaining an attorney, the adjuster may use early descriptions of your symptoms, speed, or awareness of the other vehicle against you. We review every statement you gave, put the answers in context, and present the full picture of the crash and your injuries when we build the demand.

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Questions

Littleton car accident, frequently asked questions

How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Littleton, Colorado?

The standard deadline to file most car accident lawsuits in Colorado is three years from the date of the crash (C.R.S. 13-80-101). Exceptions apply. Claims against a government entity follow different, much shorter notice rules. Do not wait until the deadline approaches to consult an attorney. Evidence such as dashcam footage is overwritten in days, and witness memories fade quickly. Call (303) 209-9395 for a free review.

Can I recover damages if I was partly at fault for a crash on C-470 or US-85 in Littleton?

Yes, as long as your share of fault is less than 50 percent. Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule under C.R.S. 13-21-111. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found 50 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing. Insurance adjusters inflate the injured person's fault percentage to reduce payouts. An attorney can challenge that assessment using the police report, scene evidence, and, when necessary, accident reconstruction.

Which courthouse handles a car accident lawsuit in Littleton?

Littleton is the county seat of Arapahoe County and falls within the 18th Judicial District. Civil personal injury cases arising in Arapahoe County are typically heard at the Arapahoe County Courthouse at 1790 West Littleton Blvd, Littleton CO 80120, or at the Arapahoe County Justice Center at 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial CO 80112. Because Littleton's city limits extend into portions of Jefferson County and Douglas County, the proper filing venue depends on where the crash occurred. We confirm this before any lawsuit is filed.

The at-fault driver had no insurance. Can I still recover?

You may. If you carry uninsured or underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, you can file a claim with your own insurer for the gap the at-fault driver cannot cover. Colorado UM/UIM claims are subject to C.R.S. 13-80-107.5 under Pham v. State Farm, 2013 CO 17. We pull your declarations page, confirm coverage and any stacking, and handle the UM claim the same way we would a third-party liability claim.

Are there caps on what I can recover after a Littleton car crash?

Economic damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and property damage are never capped in Colorado. For claims accruing on or after January 1, 2025, non-economic damages such as pain and suffering are capped at $1.5 million under C.R.S. 13-21-102.5, with inflation adjustments beginning in 2028. Lower, inflation-adjusted caps apply to older claims based on when the claim accrued. Compensation for physical impairment or disfigurement is not capped at all under C.R.S. 13-21-102.5(5). In most car accident cases, the practical ceiling is the at-fault driver's liability policy limit, not the statutory non-economic cap.

What should I not say to the insurance company after a Littleton crash?

Do not admit fault, estimate the severity of your injuries before a full medical evaluation, or agree to a recorded statement without attorney guidance. Do not accept any settlement offer before you understand the full scope of your injuries and treatment costs. Anything you say becomes part of the claim record and can be used to limit your recovery.

Which hospital treats car accident victims in Littleton?

AdventHealth Littleton (formerly Littleton Adventist Hospital) at 7700 South Broadway is a Level II Trauma Center designated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and verified by the American College of Surgeons. It is the closest major trauma facility for most Littleton crash victims. Your emergency records, imaging, and surgical notes from AdventHealth Littleton or your other treating providers are central to documenting the full scope of your injuries in any damages claim.

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