Longmont Personal Injury Lawyer

Why Longmont Residents Need an Experienced Injury Lawyer

Longmont is a home rule city located primarily in Boulder County with a portion extending into Weld County. With a population of over 100,000 residents, Longmont is one of the largest cities along Colorado's northern Front Range. The city sits northeast of Boulder and is connected to the Denver metro area and I-25 corridor via Highway 66, Highway 119 (Ken Pratt Boulevard), and Main Street (US-287). This network of busy arterials and state highways, combined with steady population growth and increasing commuter traffic, produces a significant number of traffic accidents each year.

The City of Longmont adopted a Vision Zero initiative in 2023 with the goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries on city roadways by 2040. According to city data, from 2015 through 2024 there were 62 fatal crashes in Longmont. Ken Pratt Boulevard, Main Street, and Hover Street have been identified as the roads with the highest density of fatal and serious injury crashes in the city.

Anderson Hemmat serves Longmont accident victims from our Greenwood Village office. Our attorneys are experienced with Boulder County's 20th Judicial District Court and have a proven track record of representing clients in complex personal injury cases. We offer free case evaluations and work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case.

• Member of The National Trial Lawyers Association

• Inclusion in Denver, Colorado Super Lawyers

• AV peer review rating by Martindale-Hubbell

Dangerous Roads and Highways in Longmont

Longmont's road network includes several major highways and arterial roads that carry heavy traffic and have documented histories of serious accidents:

• Ken Pratt Boulevard (Highway 119): One of the busiest roads in the Longmont area, Highway 119 carries tens of thousands of vehicles daily and connects Longmont to Boulder. The intersection of Main Street and Highway 119 recorded more than 290 crashes over a five-year period between 2015 and 2019, making it one of the most dangerous intersections in the city. Most of the intersections with the highest crash index ratings in Longmont are found along this corridor.

• Hover Street: A major north-south arterial through Longmont that has been identified as one of the roads with the highest density of fatal and serious injury crashes. The intersection of Highway 119 and Hover Street is one of the most congested and dangerous in the city, with frequent crashes, heavy delays, and significant safety risks for both motorists and pedestrians.

• Highway 66 (Ute Highway): This east-west state highway runs along the northern edge of Longmont, connecting the city to I-25 at Exit 243 near Mead. Increased development along the Front Range has led to growing vehicular traffic and congestion on Highway 66, with high speeds creating unsafe conditions and severe accidents.

• Main Street (US-287): The primary north-south route through Longmont, Main Street carries significant traffic through the downtown corridor. The intersection of Main Street and Highway 119 sees more than 70,000 vehicles per day, and the road is a consistent source of intersection collisions, pedestrian incidents, and rear-end crashes.

• I-25 Corridor Access: While I-25 does not run directly through Longmont, the city's residents access the interstate via Highway 66 and Highway 119, traveling through areas of Mead and Firestone. These connecting routes carry heavy commuter traffic and are frequent sites of high-speed collisions.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Longmont

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

• Car Accidents: From intersection crashes along Ken Pratt Boulevard and Main Street to collisions on Highway 66 and Hover Street, we represent Longmont car accident victims in claims involving distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and reckless driving.

• Truck Accidents: Highway 119 and Highway 66 carry significant commercial truck traffic through and around Longmont. Truck accident claims are complex and often involve multiple liable parties including the trucking company, driver, and equipment manufacturers.

• Motorcycle Accidents: Longmont's busy intersections and multi-lane arterials are particularly hazardous for motorcyclists. Hover Street and Ken Pratt Boulevard have been the sites of multiple fatal motorcycle crashes in recent years.

• Pedestrian Accidents: High-traffic corridors like Main Street and the downtown area see frequent pedestrian activity. The combination of vehicle traffic, cyclists, and pedestrians sharing Longmont's roadways creates serious accident risks.

• Bicycle Accidents: Longmont has invested in cycling infrastructure, but bicycle accidents remain a concern on busy roads like Hover Street and Ken Pratt Boulevard where cyclists share the road with high-speed motor vehicle 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 Longmont accidents.

• Premises Liability: Slip and fall injuries at Longmont businesses, shopping centers, restaurants, and commercial properties along Main Street and Ken Pratt Boulevard.

Longmont Medical Facilities

Longmont is served by two hospitals. UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital, located at 1750 East Ken Pratt Boulevard, is an acute-care hospital that opened in 2017 and features a Level III trauma center and 24/7 emergency department. Longmont United Hospital, now operated as part of CommonSpirit Health, is a 186-bed acute care hospital that has served the community for over 60 years. If you have been injured in an accident, seeking prompt medical attention is critical for both your health and your legal claim.

Longmont Court Jurisdiction

The majority of Longmont is located in Boulder County, which is part of Colorado's 20th Judicial District. Personal injury lawsuits arising from accidents in the Boulder County portion of Longmont are filed in the Boulder County District Court, which maintains court facilities in both Boulder and Longmont. The portion of Longmont that extends into Weld County falls under the 19th Judicial District. Our attorneys are experienced with both jurisdictions 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 Longmont Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident in Longmont, Anderson Hemmat is ready to help. Our firm has been representing personal injury victims across Colorado for over two decades, and we have the resources and experience to take on even the most complex cases.

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

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