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Colorado Settlement Data

85 Colorado car accident cases analyzed. Here's what they resolved for.

Real settlement and verdict data from Colorado. Broken down by injury type, county, and outcome—so you know what to expect.

85+
Cases Analyzed
$105,000
Median Outcome
$16K $837K
Typical Range
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Colorado Settlements by Injury Type

How Colorado case outcomes differ depending on injury severity.

Settlements (24%)

$34,125

Median from 20 cases

Verdicts (76%)

$154,200

Median from 65 cases

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Colorado Case Results

Browse all Colorado car accident settlements and verdicts. Filter by injury or accident type.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$124,684

One driver was traveling on Interstate 70 when the driver behind them failed to stop and collided with the rear of their vehicle. The driver who was rear-ended made a demand to their insurance company for underinsured motorist coverage, which was refused. A lawsuit was filed for breach of contract and breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing. A jury awarded damages for economic and non-economic losses.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$122,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The person in the struck vehicle reported neck and back pain, stiffness, and difficulty with daily activities. They also experienced loss of enjoyment, mental anguish, and incurred medical expenses and economic losses. The case involved claims of negligence, with the defendant denying allegations and raising affirmative defenses. A jury awarded damages to the injured person.

Douglas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$112,088

One driver was stopped in traffic when their vehicle was rear-ended by another vehicle. This impact pushed the first vehicle into the vehicle in front of it. The occupants of the first vehicle claimed they suffered injuries from the collision. The driver who caused the initial impact received a traffic citation.

Denver County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$74,500

One vehicle stopped at an intersection was struck from behind by another vehicle. The passenger in the stopped vehicle claimed serious and permanent injuries. The driver of the striking vehicle argued the injured person was comparatively negligent. A jury found the striking driver negligent and awarded damages for economic losses, non-economic losses, and physical impairment.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$68,799

One driver slowed for a red light and was rear-ended by the vehicle behind them. The impact pushed the first vehicle into the car in front of it, injuring both occupants. The injured parties sued the driver who caused the collision, alleging negligence. The defense argued various factors, including comparative negligence and pre-existing conditions. A jury awarded damages for economic and non-economic losses.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$34,099

One driver was turning left from a mall property when the other driver, who was intoxicated, rear-ended their vehicle. The injured driver claimed damages for pain, lost earnings, and medical expenses. The other driver alleged the injured driver was comparatively negligent and failed to mitigate damages. A jury awarded the injured driver $34,099.

Denver County • 2016
Settlement
$33,250

One motorcycle rear-ended another motorcycle. The occupants of the struck motorcycle allegedly sustained serious injuries and incurred medical expenses and economic loss. They filed an insurance and bad faith action against the insurance companies, alleging failure to pay benefits for the damages. The case was settled.

Denver County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$28,798

One driver was stopped in traffic when the other driver rear-ended her vehicle. The collision caused damage to both cars. The injured driver experienced pain and suffering, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment of life, and mental anguish. She also incurred medical expenses and was expected to suffer future non-economic damages.

Adams County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$28,361

One driver collided with another vehicle. The injured driver claimed the collision caused injuries and damages. The case went to a jury trial. The jury found in favor of the injured driver and awarded damages.

Dallas County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$28,342

One driver was following too closely when they rear-ended another vehicle. The driver who was hit claimed injuries, lost earnings, and medical expenses. A jury found the following driver at fault and awarded damages.

Dallas County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$28,342

One driver filed a lawsuit against another driver, alleging the other driver caused a rear-end collision by following too closely. The injured driver sought damages for injuries, pain, lost earnings, and medical expenses. The other driver claimed the injured driver did not try to minimize their damages. A jury found in favor of the injured driver and awarded damages.

Denver County • 2016
Verdict-Plaintiff
$23,667

One driver rear-ended another vehicle on Interstate 25. The occupants of the rear-ended vehicle sued the other driver for negligence. They sought damages for pain and suffering, bodily injury, and medical expenses. A jury found in favor of the plaintiffs and awarded them damages.

Dallas County • 2015
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State Law

Colorado Car Accident Law: What You Need to Know

Key legal rules that affect how Colorado car accident claims are valued and resolved.

Fault System

Modified Comparative Fault (50% bar)

Statute of Limitations

3 years from the date of the accident

Minimum Liability

$25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident / $15,000 property damage

Colorado follows a 50% bar rule—if you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages.

Non-economic damages are capped and adjusted annually for inflation. The cap is approximately $642,180 unless the court finds clear and convincing evidence justifying a higher amount.

Colorado requires PIP coverage with minimum $5,000 in medical payments, which applies regardless of fault.

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Colorado Car Accident Settlement FAQs

Answers based on real Colorado case data and state law.

Important: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Every case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Always consult with a qualified Colorado attorney for guidance specific to your situation.