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On Sunday, January 7, 2024, at approximately 10:49 AM, a head-on collision occurred on CONSTITUTION AVE, near SHALIMAR DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 2 injuries. Snow weather conditions and dark (street-lit) 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 ClaimsHead-On Collision Pattern
Head-on collisions are among the most severe crash types. They often involve a driver crossing the center line, which may indicate distraction, impairment, or fatigue.
Dormer Harpring — Head-On CollisionsColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. § 13-21-111). If you were partially at fault, your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Colorado is generally 3 years from the date of the accident.
Overview
This incident is classified as a head-on collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (SUV) was westbound out of control. Vehicle 2 (SUV) was eastbound traveling straight.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Front. The most harmful event was determined to be "front to front".
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?
No, this was not a hit-and-run.
No
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?
Yes, conditions included snow.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was wet.
Confirmed
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Crash Summary
DateJanuary 7, 2024
Time10:49 AM
Day of WeekSunday
LocationCONSTITUTION AVE & SHALIMAR DR
CityCOLORADO SPRINGS
CountyEL PASO County
Crash TypeHead On
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries2
Total Fatalities0
WeatherSnow
Road ConditionWet