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Have you or a loved one been involved in a motor vehicle collision? Chalat Hatten & Banker can help. Our personal injury law firm has assisted individuals injured in Colorado seeking compensation for their injuries for over 40 years.
Our attorneys are well-versed in incidents involving trucks, semis, motorcycles, cars and more.
Our attorneys in the are well-versed in incidents involving trucks, semis, motorcycles, cars and more.
Our attorneys in the are well-versed in incidents involving trucks, semis, motorcycles, cars and more.
No one expects to get in a car accident – but it happens. The good news is: getting fairly compensated for it doesn’t have to be a long, stressful, and costly ordeal.
SettleUp is an online-enabled legal service designed to help you settle your car accident injury claim quickly and affordably, with less hassle and stress.
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Start with a free, no-obligation conversation with one of our experienced attorneys. We’ll listen to the details of your accident, answer your questions, and provide initial guidance on your legal options.
If you decide to move forward, we’ll get to work gathering the evidence needed to support your claim. This may include reviewing incident reports, speaking with witnesses, and assessing any medical documentation.
Once we’ve reviewed your case, we’ll explain your rights and provide a clear, step-by-step plan tailored to your situation. You’ll always know what to expect next.
Whether it’s negotiating a settlement or going to court, we’ll be by your side every step of the way, working to secure the best possible outcome for you.
While police reports and traffic tickets are important evidence in a car accident claim, but liability is not solely determined by the citations. Official reports can provide credible and persuasive evidence about what happened in a collision. But law enforcement officers aren’t always present when the accident occurs. Sometimes, the official report is inaccurate or records misinformation. Other times, there may not be a police report.
Likewise, traffic citations are handled separately from insurance claims and personal injury lawsuits. A traffic ticket does not necessarily determine someone’s liability for damages after a crash, nor does it always tell the whole story. Other kinds of evidence may come into play.
In Colorado, you have three years in which to file a claim for a motor vehicle lawsuit. You must file within three years of the accident, or forever lose your right to do so.
Though insurance companies have a duty to handle each claim honestly and fairly, the insurance company is not on your side. Insurance companies are for-profit corporations. They will work hard to minimize their own financial liability as much as possible, even if you are the policy holder. It isn’t uncommon for insurance companies to offer unreasonably low settlements, or to outright deny a valid claim. We represent our clients in claims against the at-fault driver and their insurance company for compensation when the other driver’s policy limits are insufficient.
Every successful case is won on strong evidence, and we understand the need to act quickly and efficiently to preserve physical evidence. In car accident cases, it is often essential to document the damage to your vehicle and that of the other vehicles involved. Most jurisdictions have specific protocols with which we are familiar. We also effectively interview potential witnesses, including law enforcement, and visit the accident scene to best understand the physical setting. Background research on the responsible party is usually conducted at this point. Delay in acquiring this evidence can compromise a strong claim.
Likewise, traffic citations are handled separately from insurance claims and personal injury lawsuits. A traffic ticket does not necessarily determine someone’s liability for damages after a crash, nor does it always tell the whole story. Other kinds of evidence may come into play.
In Colorado, you have three years in which to file a claim for a motor vehicle accident lawsuit, or you forever forfeit your right to seek compensation for your injury. Our state uses a fault-based system to determine who gets compensation after a motor vehicle accident. To find someone at fault for your injuries, you must be able to prove that they had a duty of care and failed to uphold it. However, gathering enough evidence to build an airtight case can be challenging. Fortunately, Chalat Hatten & Banker is here to take care of that for you. We can use photos of the accident scene, as well as eyewitness testimony, to find the negligent party at fault.
At Chalat Hatten & Banker, we are proud to provide trustworthy legal representation and counsel. We are renowned throughout the Denver metro area for standing up for our clients. Our personal injury attorneys understand that our clients have been through a traumatic experience. We are here to alleviate some of that burden, not add to it. We treat every client with the utmost respect they deserve. You will never feel like just another number at our law firm. You have a story, and we want to help you tell it!
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If you have been seriously injured in an accident, contact us for a 100% free consultation. We will explain your rights, provide you with straight answers to your legal questions and guide you through the process.