Colorado Truck Accident Laws
Colorado gives truck accident victims 3 years to file a personal injury claim, applies a modified comparative negligence (50% bar) standard to determine how fault affects compensation, and non-economic damages capped (inflation-adjusted, roughly $700k+); no cap on economic damages.
Statute of limitations
Colorado law generally requires a personal injury lawsuit to be filed within 3 years of the accident. 3 years for motor vehicle accidents (2 years for most other injuries). Missing this deadline typically bars recovery entirely, regardless of how strong the underlying case is.
Comparative and contributory negligence
Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence (50% bar) rule. Under this rule, you can recover damages as long as you were 50% or less at fault; being found 51% or more at fault bars recovery entirely.
Damages
Non-economic damages capped (inflation-adjusted, roughly $700k+); no cap on economic damages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a truck accident lawsuit in Colorado?+
Generally 3 years from the date of the accident. 3 years for motor vehicle accidents (2 years for most other injuries).
Can I still recover damages if I was partly at fault in Colorado?+
Colorado applies a modified comparative negligence (50% bar) rule, which determines whether and how your fault percentage affects your compensation.