Denver Truck Accident Attorneys

Fighting for Truck Accident Victims in Colorado

The devastating effects of an accident are amplified when a large truck (or “big rig”) is involved due to the sheer size and weight of these large commercial vehicles. Collisions with trucks are more likely to result in catastrophic injuries and even wrongful death than collisions with other passenger vehicles.

Whether you were hit by a truck on I-70, I-25, or anywhere else in the Denver area, our truck accident lawyers at Tenge Law Firm LLC are here to help you recover the compensation you deserve.

If you have been injured in a truck accident caused by a negligent trucker, contact the Denver truck accident attorneys at Tenge Law Firm LLC to schedule a free consultation. Hablamos español!

Learn More:

• Why Do I Need a Truck Crash Lawyer?
• Filing a Claim: What to Know
• Common Causes of Truck Accidents
• Common Types of Truck Accidents
• Who Is Liable for a Truck Accident?
• How Tenge Law Firm LLC Handles Denver Truck Accident Cases
• Common Truck Accident Injuries
• Contact Our Denver Office
• Frequently Asked Questions

Why Do I Need a Truck Accident Attorney?

Filing a truck accident claim and pursuing legal action against a negligent truck driver can be a complex process. It is in your best interests to hire an experienced truck accident attorney.

Colorado law allows victims to file a claim only within a certain period of time after a truck accident, so it is crucial to enlist the services of a Denver injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Determining who is at fault for a truck accident can be tricky. Truck drivers are usually performing a job-related task at the time of the crash, meaning the driver’s employer bears a certain responsibility to the victim. It takes a skilled attorney to demonstrate the liability of both the driver and the trucking company.

After a serious truck accident involving a tractor-trailer, big rig, or 18-wheeler, you need to contact an attorney who will take the time to listen to your story, assess the facts and the law, and represent you aggressively and professionally.

Do not wait.

Trucking companies and their insurers begin investigating a truck accident immediately – and so should you. Truck drivers are subject to federal rules and regulations that do not apply to ordinary drivers. You need an experienced trucking accident attorney who knows these regulations inside and out to handle your case and maximize your financial recovery.

These cases require a highly skilled lawyer with special knowledge of the laws, facts, and issues surrounding trucking accident cases.

For example, a truck accident case may involve:

• State DMV laws regarding commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and trucking operations.
• State and Federal laws governing truck driver training, hours, and requirements.
• Exploring in great detail the safety record of the driver and the employer trucking company.
• Investigating and understanding the personnel and employment records of the at-fault truck driver.
• Investigating and understanding the trucking company’s driver hiring, training, and retention policies.
• Knowledge of various safety requirements for truckers, such as repairs and inspections.
• Knowledge of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regulations.
• Knowledge of Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) regulations.

Understanding Denver Truck Accident Claims 

Commercial truck accident cases often begin like other car accident cases: with an insurance claim. 

Federal law requires trucking companies to carry a certain amount of insurance coverage to compensate any truck accident victims for their losses. However, simply because you file a claim does not mean you will automatically receive payment for all of your losses.

Commercial vehicle insurers know how to limit liability whenever possible to save money for both the insurance company and its large commercial clients.

Insurance adjusters regularly challenge valid claims with tricky tactics, including the following:

• Recorded statements: Adjusters will try to get a recorded statement from you, which they can then interpret in a manner that hurts your claim.
• Building false trust: Adjusters will try to gain your trust to get you to accept an inadequate settlement.
• Blaming the victim: They can challenge liability for the accident and allege that you were also partially or completely responsible for the crash.
• Questioning your injuries: They can challenge the severity of your injuries, whether the accident caused those injuries, and the extent of your losses.

Many insurance companies require adjusters to limit payouts as much as possible. This often involves making an initial settlement offer that is grossly insufficient in light of your losses. Accepting a settlement and ending your case may be tempting because it means quick money in your pocket; however, accepting any offer without first having a lawyer review the offer can be a serious mistake.

Once you accept the payment, you will lose the right to take any further action regarding the accident. If you later realize your losses far exceed the settlement, you will be responsible for those losses.

Our law firm regularly handles complex truck insurance claims and knows how to determine when a settlement offer is inadequate. We can then negotiate a higher offer or turn to the court system and file a truck accident lawsuit, if necessary. Often, initiating litigation can lead to a more favorable offer from the insurance company.

We are skilled negotiators who will engage in settlement conferences throughout the litigation process to obtain the maximum settlement possible in your case. Truck accident losses can be overwhelming, but insurance claims and lawsuits are never simple. We take the stress off you by handling every step of the claim process. This allows you to focus on your recovery from your injuries while trusting that your legal case is in good hands.

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Common Causes of Truck Accidents

Despite existing federal trucking regulations, truck accidents may be caused by a variety of factors, including:

• Distracted or inexperienced driver: Drivers who are exhausted, poorly trained, or negligent
• Speeding: Traveling too fast for the weather, traffic, or road conditions
• Aggressive driving: Tailgating, weaving, and unsafe passing maneuvers
• Mechanical failure: Problems such as faulty brakes or tires
• Substance abuse: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Delivery pressures: Driver delivery pressures from unrealistic schedules or quotas
• Hours-of-service violations: Driver exceeding maximum consecutive hours on the road

What Are Different Types of Truck Accidents?

Collisions involving tractor-trailers can occur in several ways. 

Types of deadly truck accidents include:

• Jackknife accidents: A jackknife occurs when a big rig folds in on itself, forming a 90-degree angle between the cab and the trailer. Jackknifing is usually caused by the driver braking too hard or too quickly, causing the trailer’s weight to bring it forward against the traction of the cab.
• Truck underride accidents: The raised design of a big rig’s trailer allows just enough room for a passenger vehicle to slide underneath, usually shearing off the roof of the vehicle. The passenger vehicle and its occupants get crushed under the rear or side of the trailer. Underride accidents are rarely survivable.
• Rear-end collisions: Because of their size and weight, large commercial trucks require more time and distance to stop than smaller passenger vehicles. When truck brakes fail, or when drivers are following too closely or traveling too fast for conditions, deadly rear-end collisions can occur.
• Rollovers: When a truck driver loses control of a big rig, it can roll over on its side, taking other vehicles with it. A rollover occurs when the wheels of the truck lose traction with the road. Trucks are prone to this type of crash because of their high centers of gravity and top-heavy loads.
• Lane changing accidents: Large trucks have significant blind spots, commonly known as “No Man’s Land.” Truck drivers who change lanes when vehicles are in their blind spots can crush other motorists or force them off the road.
• Load spilling accidents: Under federal regulations, tractor trailers must be properly loaded without exceeding weight limits, and their loads must be properly secured. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in cargo spilling on the road and accidents for other motorists.

Who Is Liable for Truck Accidents?

Determining who is responsible for a truck accident requires identifying how the crash occurred and which parties may share legal responsibility. While truck drivers are often the focus, liability frequently extends beyond the driver alone.

• Truck driver liability: A truck driver may be responsible when negligent actions, such as speeding, fatigue, or traffic violations, cause a collision.
• Trucking company liability: Trucking companies are often legally responsible for accidents caused by their drivers while on the job. This is significant because companies typically carry large commercial insurance policies that may better cover serious injuries.
• Negligent hiring: Companies may be liable if they failed to properly screen drivers, including verifying licenses, training, or prior dangerous driving history.
• Negligent supervision or retention: Employers may be responsible when they fail to monitor driver conduct, ignore safety violations, or allow impaired drivers to continue operating trucks.
• Inadequate vehicle maintenance: Trucking companies may be liable when they cut corners on inspections, maintenance, or repairs, leading to mechanical failures that cause accidents.
• Pressure to violate regulations: Some companies pressure drivers to exceed hours‑of‑service limits, violate traffic laws, or meet unrealistic delivery quotas, increasing the risk of crashes.
• Truck manufacturer liability: Manufacturers may be responsible when defective design, assembly, or components cause critical truck malfunctions that lead to accidents.

Truck accident cases often involve multiple defendants and complex evidence. Identifying all potentially responsible parties is a critical first step, as evidence can disappear and proving negligence becomes more difficult over time. A thorough investigation allows liability to be assessed accurately and helps determine whether a truck accident claim may be pursued.

How Tenge Law Firm LLC Handles Denver Truck Accident Cases

When Tenge Law Firm LLC takes on a serious truck accident case, the process follows a structured approach designed to protect your rights from the very beginning.

• Early evidence preservation: After the initial consultation, key materials such as police reports, medical records, and photographs are collected, and steps are taken to preserve critical evidence like electronic logging data and dash‑camera footage.
• Coordination with responding agencies: In Denver‑area crashes, this may include requesting records from agencies such as the Denver Police Department or Colorado State Patrol, particularly for collisions on major routes like I‑25, I‑70, or C‑470.
• Use of qualified professionals: As the case develops, medical professionals, accident reconstruction specialists, and trucking industry witnesses may be consulted to clarify how the collision occurred and how injuries will affect the client’s future.
• Evaluation of long‑term losses: For clients with life‑changing injuries, including spinal cord trauma or brain injuries, financial and vocational professionals may be involved to assess future care needs and lost earning capacity.
• Negotiation and trial readiness: A detailed case presentation is prepared for negotiations, and each matter is handled as though it may proceed to a Colorado courtroom, including venues such as the Denver District Court.

Throughout the process, clients are kept informed about key developments and involved in decisions such as whether to consider settlement or move toward trial.

This level of preparation allows our truck accident attorney in Denver to respond effectively if a trucking company or insurer disputes liability or the value of a claim, while giving clients confidence that their case is being taken seriously at every stage.

Common Truck Accident Injuries

Truck injuries can be catastrophic for victims because of the immense disparity in size between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. Furthermore, a truck’s geometry makes it possible for regular cars to go under the truck’s trailer.

Victims of truck accidents can sustain a wide variety of injuries, including:

• Minor bruises and scratches
• Burn injuries
• Dismemberment
• Facial injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Soft tissue injuries
• Spinal cord injury
• Traumatic brain injury
• Paralysis
• Death

Survivors of a truck accident may face decades of medical bills, rehabilitation, and missed work.

While we can’t make the accident go away, a qualified truck accident attorney can help you recover damages to facilitate your recovery. These serious injuries typically require significant medical attention, treatment, and care. Hospital and rehabilitation providers’ bills can be enormous, leaving victims in a precarious financial situation.

However, if you were injured in an accident caused by a negligent truck driver, you may be entitled to recover financial damages to cover these and other expenses related to your injuries.

Contact Our Denver Truck Accident Attorney Today

If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, contact accident lawyer J. Todd Tenge and Tenge Law Firm LLC to schedule a free consultation. We routinely secure and maximize legal recoveries for victims of negligent truck accidents.

We are located at:
1444 Blake Street 
Denver, CO 80202

Call: (720) 818-9044

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to file a truck accident claim in Colorado?

In Denver and throughout Colorado, the statute of limitations for most truck accident injury claims is three years from the date of the accident. However, some exceptions can apply—such as claims involving government vehicles or delayed discovery of injuries. It’s essential to act quickly, not just due to legal deadlines, but because critical evidence like surveillance footage, electronic logging data, or GPS records can be lost or destroyed over time. Starting your claim early also helps your attorney coordinate with insurance companies, secure witness statements, and gather police or Colorado State Patrol reports while the details are freshest. Consulting our team soon after your accident ensures all deadlines are met and gives you the best chance at building a strong compensation case.

What makes truck accident claims different from standard car accidents?

Truck accident claims in Denver are often more complex than typical auto accident cases due to stricter regulations, higher insurance coverage, and the involvement of multiple parties such as trucking companies, cargo loaders, and manufacturers. Commercial vehicles follow federal rules enforced by agencies like the FMCSA, and local enforcement in Denver brings in agencies such as the Colorado State Patrol. These cases often require a review of driver logs, maintenance records, and compliance with hours-of-service regulations that do not apply to passenger vehicles. Additionally, the injuries tend to be more severe given the size and weight of big rigs, leading to more serious potential damages and more vigorous defense from insurers. Our firm’s detailed approach helps navigate these complexities so you don’t face them alone.

Should I speak with the trucking company's insurer after a crash?

After a truck accident in the Denver area, it’s understandable to want to resolve matters with insurance companies quickly. However, we strongly recommend consulting with an attorney before giving any recorded statements or signing documents. Insurers representing large commercial trucking operations often have experienced adjusters whose goal is to limit compensation or shift fault. Responding without legal guidance can inadvertently harm your case or reduce the damages you may be entitled to recover under Colorado law. At Tenge Law Firm LLC, our team handles all communication with insurers, ensuring your rights are protected and your statements are accurate and strategic. This support enables you to focus on recovery while we safeguard your interests throughout the claims process.