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On Thursday, February 20, 2025, at approximately 6:12 AM, a sideswipe collision (opposing traffic) occurred on HWY 93, near MM 2.324, JEFFERSON County, Colorado. 4 vehicles were involved in the fatal-level incident, which resulted in 1 fatality and 2 injuries. Cloudy/overcast weather conditions and dawn/dusk 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 ClaimsDrug Involvement Reported
Driving under the influence of drugs, including marijuana, is prohibited under C.R.S. § 42-4-1301(1)(f). Impairment can establish fault in civil claims.
CO Revised Statutes § 42-4-1301Colorado 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 sideswipe collision (opposing traffic) involving 4 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (SUV) was southbound. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was northbound swerving.
The sequence of harmful events included: Side To Side-Opposite Direction, Side To Side-Opposite Direction, Front To Front, Overturning/Rollover. 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?
Yes, 1 fatality was reported.
Confirmed
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 cloudy/overcast.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
No, the road surface was dry or conditions were not a factor.
No
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Crash Summary
DateFebruary 20, 2025
Time6:12 AM
Day of WeekThursday
LocationHWY 93 & MM 2.324
CountyJEFFERSON County
Crash TypeSideswipe Opposite
SeverityFatal
Vehicles4
Total Injuries2
Total Fatalities1
WeatherCloudy/Overcast
Road ConditionDry
LightingDawn/Dusk