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On Saturday, April 20, 2024, at approximately 2:10 AM, a broadside (T-bone) collision occurred on 20TH ST, near ARAPAHOE ST, DENVER, DENVER County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the possible injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. 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.
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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 AccidentsColorado 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 broadside (T-bone) collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car) was southwest-bound traveling straight. Vehicle 2 (Passenger Car) was northwest-bound 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?
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 slushy.
Confirmed
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Crash Summary
DateApril 20, 2024
Time2:10 AM
Day of WeekSaturday
Location20TH ST & ARAPAHOE ST
CityDENVER
CountyDENVER County
Crash TypeBroadside
SeverityPossible Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherSnow
Road ConditionSlushy