Aurora Car Accident Lawyer

Aurora Car Accident Statistics

Aurora is Colorado's third-largest city with a population exceeding 400,000 residents. The city's extensive road network and high traffic volume contribute to a significant number of serious and fatal car accidents each year. According to Aurora Police Department data, the city recorded 51 traffic fatalities in 2024, down from 61 in 2023 and 50 in 2022. While the numbers have declined from the post-pandemic spike, they remain well above the 31 fatalities recorded in 2019.

Speeding and impaired driving are the leading contributing factors in Aurora's fatal car crashes. The Aurora Police Department has responded by intensifying traffic enforcement, issuing over 11,250 traffic summonses and conducting more than 18,700 traffic stops in 2025, while eight specialized motorcycle officers patrol the city's highways and intersections.

A 2025 data study analyzing every reported intersection crash in Colorado from 2022 through November 2025 found that Aurora accounts for nearly half (24 out of 50) of the state's most dangerous intersections. Those Aurora intersections alone were responsible for 1,357 injuries during the study period, more than Denver and Colorado Springs combined within the top 50.

If you have been hurt in an Aurora car accident, the car accident lawyers at Anderson Hemmat can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

Dangerous Roads and Intersections in Aurora

Aurora's high-risk crash locations are concentrated along major highways and high-speed, multi-lane arterial roads. The following corridors and intersections are among the most dangerous in the Denver metro area:

• Interstate 225: A 10-mile stretch of I-225 from East Smith Road to South Yosemite Street recorded 19 fatal crashes according to CDOT data. The section near East 2nd Avenue has been particularly deadly, with Aurora city officials documenting seven deaths in car crashes at a single location in a nine-month period. Interchanges at Parker Road, Mississippi Avenue, and 6th Avenue are especially hazardous.

• Interstate 70: Running along Aurora's northern boundary, I-70 carries heavy commercial truck and passenger vehicle traffic between Denver and points east. The combination of high speeds, merging traffic, and significant truck volume makes this corridor prone to severe multi-vehicle collisions.

• Colfax Avenue and Chambers Road: Colfax Avenue is one of the most heavily traveled east-west roads in the Denver metro area. The intersection with Chambers Road is prone to high-speed collisions due to heavy traffic volume, complex turning movements, and a mix of commercial and residential traffic.

• Colfax Avenue and Havana Street: This intersection experiences constant vehicle flow, frequent lane changes, and multi-vehicle collisions. It has also been the site of fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crashes.

• Havana Street and Alameda Avenue: Havana Street is a major north-south arterial through Aurora that consistently appears in crash data. The intersection with Alameda Avenue combines high traffic volume from two busy corridors, creating frequent collision points.

• Chambers Road and East Iliff Avenue: This intersection consistently ranks among the most accident-prone in Aurora due to high traffic volume, multiple turn lanes, and frequent red-light running.

These roads are designed for high-speed vehicle throughput but feature complex conflict points with turning traffic and pedestrians, resulting in higher-energy collisions that cause more severe injuries. If you were injured at any of these locations or elsewhere in Aurora, contact us for a free case evaluation.

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Aurora

Understanding what caused your car accident is essential for establishing liability and building a strong injury claim. The most common causes of car accidents in Aurora include:

• Speeding: Speeding is one of the leading factors in Aurora's fatal crashes. High speeds reduce reaction time and increase the severity of collisions, particularly on arterial roads like Havana Street and Chambers Road where posted limits may not account for actual traffic conditions.

• Drunk and Impaired Driving: Impaired driving remains a leading cause of fatal car accidents in Aurora. Colorado law imposes strict penalties for DUI, and impaired drivers who cause injuries can be held liable for damages in a personal injury claim.

• Distracted Driving: Texting, phone use, and other distractions are a growing cause of Aurora car accidents. Drivers who take their eyes off the road on high-volume corridors like Colfax Avenue risk devastating collisions.

• Red-Light Running: Aurora's large, multi-lane intersections are frequent sites of red-light running, which often results in dangerous T-bone collisions. Intersections like Chambers and Iliff are particularly prone to this type of crash.

• Failure to Yield: Many Aurora accidents occur when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic while making left turns or entering a roadway, especially at busy intersections along Havana Street and Mississippi Avenue.

• Hit-and-Run Accidents: Aurora sees a significant number of hit-and-run accidents. If the at-fault driver flees the scene, you may still be able to recover compensation through your own uninsured motorist coverage.

What to Do After a Car Accident in Aurora

The steps you take immediately following a car accident can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. Here is what you should do after an Aurora car accident:

1. Call 911 and report the accident: An Aurora Police Department crash report creates an official record of the accident. If an officer responds and completes a report, you can obtain a copy through CrashDocs.org.

2. Seek medical attention: Get medical treatment as soon as possible, even if your injuries seem minor. Aurora is served by UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital at the Anschutz Medical Campus, one of the top trauma centers in the region. Medical records documenting your injuries are critical evidence in your claim.

3. Document the scene: If you are able, take photos of vehicle damage, the intersection or roadway, traffic signals, skid marks, and any visible injuries. Collect contact and insurance information from all involved drivers.

4. Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company: Insurance adjusters may contact you quickly after a crash. You are not required to give a recorded statement, and doing so before speaking with an attorney could hurt your claim.

5. Contact an Aurora car accident attorney: An experienced attorney can protect your rights, handle communications with insurance companies, and pursue the full compensation you are owed.

Colorado Car Accident Laws That Affect Your Aurora Claim

Several Colorado laws directly impact your ability to recover compensation after a car accident in Aurora:

Modified Comparative Negligence

Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence rule under C.R.S. 13-21-111. You can recover compensation as long as you are less than 50 percent at fault for the accident. If you are found 50 percent or more at fault, you are barred from recovering any damages. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you suffered $100,000 in damages but were found 20 percent at fault, your recovery would be reduced to $80,000.

Statute of Limitations

Colorado provides a three-year statute of limitations for motor vehicle accident injury claims, which is longer than the two-year deadline for most other personal injury cases. The clock generally starts on the date of the accident. If you are filing a claim against a government entity, such as for a road defect that contributed to your crash, the deadline is significantly shorter at 182 days. Missing the filing deadline can permanently bar your claim.

MedPay Coverage

Since 2009, Colorado law requires auto insurance carriers to offer a minimum of $5,000 in Medical Payments (MedPay) coverage per person. MedPay covers your reasonable medical expenses from a car accident regardless of who was at fault. Unlike health insurance, MedPay has no deductible or co-pay. You must sign a written rejection form to decline this coverage, so most Colorado drivers carry it. Your Anderson Hemmat attorney will help you coordinate MedPay benefits alongside your injury claim to maximize your total recovery.

Aurora Car Accident Court Jurisdiction

Aurora spans three Colorado counties, Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas, which means your car accident case could be filed in different courts depending on where the crash occurred. This multi-county jurisdiction adds a layer of complexity that requires an attorney familiar with the local court systems.

• Arapahoe County (18th Judicial District): The majority of Aurora's population (approximately 336,000 residents based on the 2020 census) lives in Arapahoe County. Accidents in southern and central Aurora, including along I-225, Mississippi Avenue, and much of Havana Street, are typically filed in Arapahoe County District Court.

• Adams County (17th Judicial District): Northern Aurora, including areas near I-70 and Colfax Avenue, falls within Adams County. Approximately 47,700 Aurora residents live in this portion of the city. Accidents in northern Aurora are filed in Adams County District Court.

• Douglas County (23rd Judicial District): A small section of southeastern Aurora extends into Douglas County. As of January 2025, Douglas County is part of the newly created 23rd Judicial District, which separated from the former 18th Judicial District.

Filing in the wrong jurisdiction can delay your case or result in a dismissal. The attorneys at Anderson Hemmat are experienced in all three court systems and will ensure your case is filed correctly from the start.

Types of Aurora Car Accident Cases We Handle

Our attorneys represent Aurora car accident victims in a wide range of cases, including:

• Car Accidents: Intersection collisions, highway crashes on I-225 and I-70, rear-end accidents, and side-impact crashes throughout Aurora.

• Truck Accidents: I-70 carries heavy commercial truck traffic through Aurora. Truck accident claims often involve multiple liable parties and require experience with federal trucking regulations.

• Pedestrian Accidents: Aurora's wide, high-speed arterial roads create dangerous conditions for pedestrians, particularly along Colfax Avenue and Havana Street.

• Hit-and-Run Accidents: We help victims recover compensation even when the at-fault driver fled the scene.

• Catastrophic Injuries: High-speed crashes on I-225 and I-70 can result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and other life-altering injuries that require long-term care.

• Wrongful Death: When a car accident takes a life, we provide compassionate representation to families seeking justice and compensation for their loss.

• Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims: We help you recover compensation through your own UM/UIM policy when the at-fault driver lacks adequate insurance.

Contact an Aurora Car Accident Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident in Aurora, Anderson Hemmat is ready to help. We have represented injury victims across the Denver metro area since 2002, and we have the experience and resources to handle even the most complex Aurora car accident claims. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

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

Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Aurora car accident lawyer. You can also visit our Aurora Personal Injury page to learn about other types of injury cases we handle in Aurora.