Injured in an accident in Denver? Understanding Colorado’s legal deadlines and fault rules is the first step toward recovery.
Colorado law gives you two years to file most personal injury claims. And you have more time if your case involves a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, when state law gives you three years from the accident date to file a lawsuit under C.R.S. § 13-80-102.
Colorado also follows a 50% modified comparative negligence rule. This means you can still recover compensation as long as you are less than 50% responsible for the accident, but your final settlement will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Don’t let the deadline pass. Protect your rights today and schedule a free consultation with a Denver personal injury lawyer who can take immediate action on your claim. You pay nothing unless and until we recover compensation for you.
Robert Manning’s connection to personal injury law goes back further than most. He started working in a personal injury firm as a file clerk at 16 and never left the field. Robert has been successfully representing personal injury clients in Colorado since 2009 and tried his first case at 26. He is a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and has twice received the Expertise Award for Best Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Denver (2020 and 2022).
Robert has secured multiple million-dollar verdicts and settlements for his injured clients, including a $1.5 million rollover accident settlement and a $1.2 million trial verdict.
Voted Best car accident attorney in Denver
Before joining Manning Herington, Ross Herington cut his teeth as a Deputy Public Defender for the State of Colorado, handling thousands of cases across all phases of litigation. Ross has practiced personal injury law exclusively since 2011 and brings 16 years of legal experience to his cases.
He is a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, and has been named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40. In 2017, he secured the 16th-highest jury verdict in Colorado.
With Manning Herington, you get direct attorney access and trial-ready preparation for your injury case in Denver. We avoid the “case-manager” model used by high-volume firms. For more than 20 years, our attorneys have represented injured individuals across Denver and the Front Range. We specialize in serious accident cases involving:
At Manning Herington, you work directly with your attorney, not a rotating list of assistants. We remain personally involved in investigation, strategy, negotiation, and, if necessary, trial. We limit our caseload so you receive consistent communication and senior-level strategy from start to finish.
Insurance companies know which firms are willing to litigate. We prepare every case as if it will be presented before a Denver jury. That level of preparation frequently leads to stronger settlement offers because insurers know we will not hesitate to file suit in Denver District Court when appropriate.
The legal team at Manning Herington has represented clients with a range of injury cases. Our firm has recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for clients injured in catastrophic car accidents, motorcycle collisions, commercial vehicle crashes, and underinsured motorist claims. We are committed to fighting for the rights of injury victims and helping secure maximum compensation for damages suffered.
Our partners have been honored by Super Lawyers® and the National Trial Lawyers “Top 100.” As active members of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA), Robert Manning and Ross Herington stay at the forefront of evolving civil laws. This allows them to use their expertise to build the strongest possible cases for our clients.
Manning Herington operates on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and nothing at all unless we successfully recover compensation for you. Our fee is a percentage of the final settlement or verdict.
Accidents don’t happen only during business hours. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can visit our Denver or Centennial offices, or our attorneys can come to you at home or in the hospital if your injuries prevent travel.
We collaborate with medical specialists, economic experts, and accident reconstruction professionals when necessary to fully document the impact of your injuries. Insurance carriers often undervalue claims early. We build cases to reflect their true long-term value.
If someone else’s carelessness or recklessness left you injured, Colorado law gives you the right to claim compensation for what you’ve been through. That includes your physical injuries, the emotional toll, and any financial losses you’ve suffered. Under Colorado law, a personal injury claim is built on one simple principle: the person responsible for your harm should be the one to “make you whole again” (pay for your damages).
Personal injury and wrongful death claims are more common in Denver than most people realize. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado recorded 684 traffic fatalities in 2024. And that’s before accounting for the serious injuries from workplace accidents, slip and falls, and premises liability incidents across Denver every year.
If your attorney can establish all four elements, you have grounds to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses.
At Manning Herington, we manage the litigation process by preserving time-sensitive evidence, handling the insurance company, and negotiating healthcare liens. We take the legal burden off your shoulders so you can focus on recovery. Here is what we do from the moment you hire us:
Manning Herington handles high-stakes motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and wrongful death cases in Denver. Whether your accident occurred in the high-density streets of LoDo, a residential corridor in Cherry Creek, or near the busy intersections of Capitol Hill, our attorneys have the experience to handle your claim.
Some of the common types of cases that we handle include:
This is certainly not an exhaustive list of the ways that injuries occur, and we strongly encourage you to talk to us during a free consultation of your particular case as soon as possible.
In addition to these injury cases, our compassionate lawyers also provide assistance to those who have lost a loved one due to the negligence of others. Our wrongful death attorneys in Denver have extensive experience handling complex claims, and we are devoted to helping family members of accident victims get through these difficult times.
If you get injured in an accident, there are certain steps that you should take to protect your rights and prepare for your personal injury case. You should put your health and safety first, then focus on building a claim. Here’s what to do:
Once you contact your car accident attorney, we will investigate the accident, identify the defendant(s), send a demand letter for financial compensation and help you file a claim. We will advocate for your rights and best interests from the very beginning of your case.
Under Colorado law, you can pursue “compensatory damages” to make you whole again. We fight to ensure your settlement or verdict accounts for the full scope of your losses, including:
When you file a claim with an insurance company for compensation after a harmful accident, it is important to realize that the insurer will not have your best interests in mind. The insurance claims adjuster is not on your side, no matter how polite or helpful they may seem. An insurance company’s main goal is to save itself as much money as possible on your claim. Use these tips when dealing with an insurance company:
If your insurer unreasonably delays, reduces, or denies your claim, they may be committing “bad faith.” Bad faith means an insurance company has violated Colorado’s insurance laws and failed to handle a claim in an honest and good faith attempt to resolve the legal dispute. If there is evidence of bad faith in how your insurance claim was treated, insurance companies can be held liable, under C.R.S. § 10-3-1116, and may have to pay additional compensation.
“I was rear-ended on I-25 outside of Denver and didn’t know what to do next. A friend told me to call Manning Herington, and it was the best decision I could’ve made. They took care of everything from day one and kept me updated the whole way through. I felt supported, informed, and confident I was in good hands.”
-William B.
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“Manning Herington provided outstanding representation after my car accident. They were always available to answer questions, and their attention to detail was incredible. I felt like I was in great hands.”
-Alicia B.
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I was in a serious car accident in Denver and didn’t know where to start. Manning Herington took care of everything — from dealing with insurance adjusters to helping me get the medical treatment I needed. Robert Manning and his team treated me like family and fought hard to get me a fair settlement. I’m so grateful for their help.”
-Feloniz B.
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“Manning Herington took all of my stress and concern out of my personal injury case so I could focus on my health and family. Thank you for turning a worrisome experience into a pleasant one.”
– Nick C.
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“I cannot thank everyone at Manning Herington enough! After dealing with a very unfortunate situation, Robert Manning was able to turn my case around so that I walked out of his office with no medical bills and a check in my hand. Brenda always kept me up to date and part of the process the entire time, I was very appreciative of that!”
– Nichole F.
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Getting legal help immediately after a Denver accident is vital; it ensures that your claim is filed within the mandatory Colorado statutes of limitations and that all critical evidence is preserved.
When an injury changes your routine and puts further stress on your day, having someone who will really talk things through with you can help you feel a little more at ease during one of the most challenging times in your life. When you reach out to Manning Herington, you’ll connect with a team that pays attention to the details of your situation and helps you understand what options are actually available to you.
If you’re ready to sit down with someone who can walk you through the next steps, our Denver personal injury attorneys are here to help. Fill out our secured contact form or call us to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation today.
