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On Sunday, December 31, 2023, at approximately 1:30 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on RIDGEWAY BLVD, near LEYDEN CREEK BLVD, FREDERICK, WELD County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the possible injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. 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.
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In Colorado, the trailing driver in a rear-end collision is often presumed to be at fault for following too closely, though this presumption can be rebutted with evidence.
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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 rear-end collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Pickup Truck) was southbound traveling straight. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was southbound stopped.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Rear, Light Pole/Utility Pole. The most harmful event was determined to be "front to rear".
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?
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
DateDecember 31, 2023
Time1:30 PM
Day of WeekSunday
LocationRIDGEWAY BLVD & LEYDEN CREEK BLVD
CityFREDERICK
CountyWELD County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityPossible Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry