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A distracted driving accident can leave you facing serious injuries, medical bills, lost income, and a lot of uncertainty about what comes next. One moment you are heading to work, traveling through Capitol Hill, or returning home from RiNo (River North Art District). Next, you are dealing with the aftermath of a crash caused by a driver who was texting, talking on the phone, or otherwise not paying attention to the road.
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents in Denver. Colorado now has one of the strongest distracted driving laws in the country — the state’s Hands-Free Law (SB 24-065), effective January 1, 2025, bans holding or manually using any mobile device while driving. When drivers violate these laws and cause crashes, they can be held accountable for the harm they cause.
At Frenkel & Frenkel, our Denver distracted driving accident lawyers understand how to investigate cell phone use and prove driver negligence.
If you or a loved one was injured in a distracted driving accident in Denver, contact us for a free consultation. We handle distracted driving accident claims on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
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Do I need a lawyer after a distracted driving accident in Denver?
Yes — and time matters. Insurance companies work immediately to minimize your claim. Frenkel & Frenkel investigates the crash, subpoenas cell phone records, identifies every liable party, and handles the insurance companies -- so you can focus on recovering. You pay nothing unless we win.
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Colorado law allows injured people to hold negligent drivers responsible. This may include the at-fault driver, their employer (if they were working), or their insurance company. You do not have to figure this out on your own. A lawyer can review your situation and help you understand your options.
Your health comes first. Get medical care right away, even if the injury seems minor.
Preserve evidence: photos of vehicles, the scene, traffic signals, skid marks, road conditions, and injuries. Get driver name, insurance, and license plate. Collect witness contact info.
Talk to a distracted driving accident lawyer. There is a time limit to file a claim in Denver. In most cases, you have three years from the date of a motor vehicle accident in Colorado (C.R.S. sec. 13-80-101(1)(n)). If a government entity is involved, a notice of claim may be required within 182 days.
Every case is different. Some cases settle in a few months. Others may take a year or more, depending on how complex they are.
A few things can affect the timeline. How serious are your injuries? Are the cell phone records clear or are they being contested? Is the insurance company disputing that the driver was distracted? Do we need accident reconstruction experts to prove the driver wasn’t paying attention? These factors all play a role.
Our team works to move cases forward as quickly as possible. At the same time, we do not rush into a settlement that may not be fair. We keep you updated along the way so you always know where things stand.
Yes, absolutely. Colorado personal injury law allows passengers to file claims against the at-fault driver, even if you were riding in a vehicle driven by a family member or friend. If you were injured by a distracted driver, you have the right to seek compensation.
What matters most is that the other driver was negligent and that their distraction caused your injury. A lawyer can look at the facts of your case and help you figure out the best path forward.
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Can I recover more compensation if multiple parties caused my distracted driving accident?
Potentially yes. Each liable party may carry their own insurance policy. Identifying multiple defendants — such as the distracted driver, their employer, and other negligent parties — can open up multiple sources of recovery that a single-defendant case would not. This is one of the most important reasons to hire an attorney who investigates the full picture, not just the driver.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.
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At Frenkel & Frenkel, we work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing upfront. We only collect a fee if we recover money for you.
There is no charge for your first consultation. You can call us, tell us what happened, and we will let you know if we think we can help. There is no pressure and no obligation.
We advance all case costs, including subpoenaing cell phone records, hiring accident reconstruction experts, and consulting with medical professionals. You do not pay us back unless we win your case.
Our attorneys have spent decades fighting for people hurt by distracted drivers. We have the knowledge and resources to take on even the most complex cases involving cell phone use, texting while driving, and negligent driver behavior.
Our founding attorneys used to defend insurance companies. Now, they use that inside knowledge to fight for injured people like you. We know the tactics companies use, and we know how to counter them.
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Rear-End Collisions
These are the most common distracted driving crashes. When a driver looks down at their phone or adjusts the radio, they may not see traffic slowing ahead. Even a two-second delay can mean crashing into the car in front at full speed.
Intersection Accidents
Distracted drivers often run red lights or stop signs without realizing it. They may also fail to yield the right of way when turning. Intersection crashes frequently cause serious injuries because vehicles strike each other at angles.
Lane Departure Crashes
Taking your eyes off the road can cause you to drift out of your lane. This may lead to sideswiping another car, hitting a guardrail, or crossing the center line into oncoming traffic. Head-on collisions are often fatal.
Pedestrian and Cyclist Accidents
Distracted drivers may not see people crossing the street or riding bikes. These accidents are especially dangerous because pedestrians and cyclists have no protection. Injuries are often severe or fatal.
Multi-Vehicle Pileups
One distracted driver can trigger a chain reaction. When the first car fails to brake in time, others behind it may not be able to stop either. These crashes often involve multiple vehicles and serious injuries.
Single-Vehicle Crashes
Even without hitting another car, a distracted driver can cause harm. Running off the road, hitting a tree, or striking a fixed object can lead to severe injuries. You may still have a claim if another party’s negligence contributed.
Takes eyes off the road for an average of five seconds. Colorado law bans this statewide (C.R.S. sec. 42-4-239).
Diverts mental focus. Colorado's Hands-Free Law (SB 24-065), effective January 1, 2025, bans holding or manually using any mobile device while driving -- for any purpose, including calls, navigation, or video. This applies statewide and even when stopped at red lights. First offense: $75 fine and two license suspension points.
Causes both visual and manual distraction. Under Colorado's Hands-Free Law, GPS use must be hands-free.
Unwrapping food, holding drinks, or reaching for items in the car requires you to take at least one hand off the wheel. Spills or dropped items may cause sudden reactions that lead to loss of control.
Applying makeup, shaving, fixing hair, or adjusting clothing behind the wheel diverts attention from driving. These activities often require looking in the mirror instead of watching traffic.
Adjusting the radio, climate controls, or touchscreen systems takes focus away from driving. Modern dashboards with complex menus can be just as distracting as a smartphone.
Distracted driving includes any activity taking attention away from the road (texting, talking, eating, etc.). You may have a claim if this caused an accident resulting in injuries. You generally have three years to file a motor vehicle accident claim in Colorado (C.R.S. sec. 13-80-101(1)(n)).
Texting/cell phone use, adjusting GPS, eating/drinking, personal grooming, and interacting with passengers.
Yes. Colorado bans texting while driving statewide (C.R.S. sec. 42-4-239). Colorado's Hands-Free Law (SB 24-065), effective January 1, 2025, goes further -- banning all handheld device use while driving, statewide. A violation of either law can strengthen your case by showing the driver was negligent.
The driver is usually liable, but employers, vehicle manufacturers, or municipalities (due to road design -- City of Denver) may also share responsibility. Government entity claims require a CGIA written notice of claim within 182 days (C.R.S. sec. 24-10-109).
Key evidence includes cell phone records, witness statements, police reports, and traffic camera footage.
