Commerce City Personal Injury Lawyer

Why Commerce City Residents Need an Experienced Injury Lawyer

Commerce City is located in Adams County, approximately nine miles northeast of downtown Denver. With a 2020 census population of 62,788 that has grown significantly in recent years, Commerce City is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Denver metropolitan area. The city sits at the crossroads of several major interstate highways, including I-270, I-76, and I-25, and is home to Colorado's only major oil refinery and a large concentration of industrial and distribution operations. This combination of rapid growth, heavy truck traffic, and complex highway interchanges makes Commerce City a particularly dangerous area for motor vehicle accidents.

Anderson Hemmat has served injury victims across the Denver metro area since 2002. Our attorneys are experienced with the Adams County court system, the insurance companies that operate in this region, and the specific challenges that Commerce City accident victims face. We offer free case evaluations and work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case.

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Dangerous Roads and Highways in Commerce City

Commerce City's road network includes several major highways and arterial roads that carry heavy traffic volumes and have documented histories of serious and fatal accidents. Adams County recorded 62 traffic fatalities in 2023, making it the fourth-highest county in Colorado for traffic deaths that year.

• Interstate 270: This east-west highway connects I-25 to I-76 through the heart of Commerce City and is one of the most accident-prone corridors in the area. Multi-vehicle crashes, rollovers, and wrong-way driver collisions have all been documented on this stretch. A fatal multi-vehicle rollover crash killed one person and injured three others on I-270, and a separate wrong-way driver incident sent two people to the hospital.

• Interstate 76: Running northeast through Commerce City toward Brighton, I-76 carries heavy commuter and commercial traffic. Semi-truck crashes are frequent on this corridor, including an incident where a semi truck overturned after colliding with a pickup truck, shutting down the eastbound lanes.

• I-270/I-76 Interchange: The interchange where I-270 meets I-76 is a well-known accident hotspot due to merging traffic, high speeds, and the volume of commercial trucks moving between the two interstates. The complexity of this interchange, combined with industrial truck traffic from nearby facilities, creates dangerous conditions for all motorists.

• Vasquez Boulevard (US-85): This heavily traveled corridor carries over 40,000 vehicles daily through Commerce City and is a frequent site of fatal and serious-injury crashes. The complex eight-way intersection at Vasquez and 60th Avenue has been a particular point of concern, prompting CDOT to begin the Vasquez Boulevard Improvements Project to deliver safety and mobility upgrades between I-270 and 64th Avenue.

• Tower Road: A major north-south arterial in eastern Commerce City, Tower Road has been the site of multi-vehicle crashes including a four-vehicle collision between 96th and 100th avenues involving a FedEx truck that sent three drivers to the hospital. Commerce City has implemented green-arrow-only turns at Tower Road and East 104th Avenue as part of a safety action plan to reduce fatal and injury crashes.

• 96th Avenue and 104th Avenue: These east-west arterials serve the growing residential and commercial areas of eastern Commerce City and connect to Tower Road and Highway 2. Multi-vehicle crashes including rolled semi-trucks have occurred at these intersections.

• Quebec Street: A major north-south corridor connecting Commerce City to Denver, Quebec Street has a documented history of crashes. A fatal rollover crash on Quebec Parkway near E. 64th Avenue killed a driver who was ejected from his vehicle.

• E-470: The 47-mile toll road forms a semi-circular beltway around the eastern Denver metro area and passes through Commerce City, providing access to Denver International Airport. Commerce City is one of the member jurisdictions of the E-470 Public Highway Authority. While the tollway has implemented cable median barriers that have eliminated cross-over fatalities, high-speed crashes still occur on this corridor.

Industrial Corridors and Truck Traffic Dangers

Commerce City is unique in the Denver metro area due to its concentration of industrial operations, which generate significant heavy truck traffic on local roads and highways. The city is home to the Suncor refinery, the only major oil refinery in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region, processing approximately 98,000 barrels per day. The refinery is located just west of I-270 on Brighton Boulevard.

In addition to the refinery, Commerce City hosts multiple oil and gas operations, large industrial parks, and distribution and warehousing facilities. This industrial activity generates a constant flow of tanker trucks, semi-trucks, and heavy commercial vehicles on roads like Vasquez Boulevard, Brighton Boulevard, and the I-270/I-76 corridor. The city has implemented a road impact fee to help pay for roadway improvements related to the impacts of truck traffic and other industrial activity.

Collisions involving commercial trucks and industrial vehicles often result in catastrophic injuries due to the size and weight of these vehicles. Truck accident claims are particularly complex, potentially involving multiple liable parties including the trucking company, the driver, equipment manufacturers, and the companies that load or maintain the vehicles. An experienced truck accident attorney understands how to investigate these claims and identify all responsible parties.

The area around Dick's Sporting Goods Park, home to the Colorado Rapids soccer team, also experiences significant traffic surges during events and matches. Visitors have reported wait times of over two hours to exit the parking lots after events, and the surrounding roads see increased congestion and accident risk during these periods.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Commerce City

Our experienced personal injury attorneys handle all types of injury cases for Commerce City residents:

• Car Accidents: From highway collisions on I-270 and I-76 to intersection crashes on Vasquez Boulevard and Tower Road, we represent Commerce City car accident victims in claims involving distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and reckless driving.

• Truck Accidents: Commerce City's industrial corridors and highway interchanges carry heavy commercial truck traffic from the Suncor refinery, oil and gas operations, and distribution centers. Truck accident claims are complex and often involve multiple liable parties including the trucking company, driver, and equipment manufacturers.

• Motorcycle Accidents: Commerce City's busy highways and multi-lane intersections along the I-270 and Vasquez Boulevard corridors are particularly hazardous for motorcyclists. We fight for fair compensation for motorcycle accident injuries.

• Pedestrian Accidents: Adams County recorded 15 pedestrian fatalities in 2023, the second-highest in the state. High-traffic corridors like Vasquez Boulevard and areas near Dick's Sporting Goods Park see frequent pedestrian traffic.

• Catastrophic Injuries: When accidents result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, paralysis, or amputations, our attorneys pursue the maximum compensation needed for long-term care and recovery.

• Wrongful Death: We provide compassionate legal representation to families who have lost loved ones in Commerce City accidents.

• Premises Liability: Slip and fall injuries at Commerce City shopping centers, the Dick's Sporting Goods Park complex, and commercial and industrial properties.

Commerce City Court Jurisdiction

Commerce City is located in Adams County, part of Colorado's 17th Judicial District. The 17th Judicial District consists of ten district court divisions, seven county court divisions, and six magistrate divisions assigned to hear cases arising in Adams County and the City and County of Broomfield. Personal injury lawsuits involving Commerce City accidents are typically filed in Adams County District Court at the Adams County Justice Center, located at 1100 Judicial Center Drive in Brighton, Colorado. Our attorneys are experienced with the Adams County court system and will ensure your case is filed correctly and handled efficiently. Colorado's statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the date of the accident, so it is important to consult with an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

Contact a Commerce City Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in Commerce City, Anderson Hemmat is ready to help. Our firm has been representing personal injury victims across the Denver metro area for over two decades, and we have the resources and experience to take on even the most complex cases, including those involving commercial truck accidents and industrial corridor crashes.

Anderson Hemmat, LLC
Commerce City Personal Injury Attorneys
Serving Commerce City from: 5613 DTC Parkway, Suite 700 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: (303) 782-9999

Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Commerce City personal injury lawyer.