Colorado's car accident law draws a sharp line that most injured drivers never see coming. Under the state's modified comparative negligence rule, you can only recover damages if you are found less than 50% at fault for the collision. At exactly 50%, you recover nothing — regardless of how serious your injuries are. That single percentage point is where insurance adjusters focus their energy. They are trained to push your fault percentage over the line, and they are skilled at doing it. A $100,000 claim at 49% fault nets you $51,000. At 50%, it nets you zero. At CGH Injury Lawyers, we fight the fault percentage — not just the payout. Our team challenges adjuster determinations with accident reconstruction experts, subpoenaed evidence, and litigation experience built across Colorado courts. If an insurer is trying to assign you more blame than the facts support, that is exactly the kind of case we are built for. Contact us today to learn more.
Practice context
Car Accident
Car accident claims typically involve establishing fault, negotiating with auto insurers, and recovering damages for medical expenses, lost wages, vehicle repair, and pain and suffering. Comparative-fault rules vary by state: some states bar recovery if the claimant is more than 50% at fault, while others allow proportional recovery. Most personal injury firms handle these matters on a strict contingency basis.
