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On Saturday, May 27, 2023, at approximately 2:00 PM, a broadside (T-bone) collision occurred on HWY 84, near 8 MILE MESA RD, ARCHULETA County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Alcohol Involvement Reported
When alcohol is a factor, Colorado law may treat the impaired driver as negligent per se under C.R.S. § 42-4-1301. This can significantly affect liability determinations.
Bachus & Schanker — DUI Accident ClaimsHit-and-Run Reported
Leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal offense under C.R.S. § 42-4-1601. Victims may still recover damages through their own uninsured motorist coverage.
CO Revised Statutes § 42-4-1601T-Bone / Broadside Collision Pattern
Broadside collisions frequently involve right-of-way violations at intersections. Fault often depends on which driver had the green light or right of way.
Fuicelli & Lee — T-Bone AccidentsOverview
This incident is classified as a broadside (T-bone) collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Pickup Truck) was eastbound making a left turn. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was southbound traveling straight.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Side. The most harmful event was determined to be "front to side".
The pre-crash maneuver was classified as "not applicable".
Key Questions
Was alcohol involved?
Yes, alcohol involvement was documented.
Confirmed
Was speed a factor?
No, speed was not identified as a factor.
No
Was this a hit-and-run?
Yes, this crash was classified as a hit-and-run.
Confirmed
Were there fatalities?
No fatalities were reported in this crash.
No
Was it in a work zone?
No, this crash was not in a work zone.
No
Was it in a school zone?
No, this crash was not in a school zone.
No
Were pedestrians/cyclists involved?
No pedestrians or cyclists were documented in this crash.
No
Were weather conditions adverse?
No, weather conditions were clear or not a documented factor.
No
Were road conditions adverse?
No, the road surface was dry or conditions were not a factor.
No
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Crash Summary
DateMay 27, 2023
Time2:00 PM
Day of WeekSaturday
LocationHWY 84 & 8 MILE MESA RD
CountyARCHULETA County
Crash TypeBroadside
SeverityProperty Damage Only
Vehicles2
Total Injuries0
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight