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On Saturday, April 27, 2024, at approximately 5:48 PM, a broadside (T-bone) collision occurred on W ALASKA DR, near S VANCE ST, LAKEWOOD, JEFFERSON County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Rain 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
Hit-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 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 (SUV) was eastbound traveling straight. Vehicle 2 (Passenger Car) was northbound 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?
No, alcohol involvement was not documented.
No
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?
Yes, conditions included rain.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was wet.
Confirmed
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Crash Summary
DateApril 27, 2024
Time5:48 PM
Day of WeekSaturday
LocationW ALASKA DR & S VANCE ST
CityLAKEWOOD
CountyJEFFERSON County
Crash TypeBroadside
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherRain
Road ConditionWet