Brighton, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Brighton, Colorado

Collisions where one vehicle strikes the back of another. Learn about rear-end accidents in Brighton, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Brighton

637

Total Crashes

Fatalities

113

Injuries

Rear-End Collision

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Rear-End Accidents

1
Distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Brighton.
2
Following too closely
Following too closely is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Brighton.
3
Sudden braking
Sudden braking is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Brighton.
4
Poor weather conditions
Poor weather conditions is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Brighton.

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

75 crashes

Jan

55 crashes

Feb

57 crashes

Mar

67 crashes

Apr

65 crashes

May

50 crashes

Jun

57 crashes

Jul

53 crashes

Aug

45 crashes

Sep

35 crashes

Oct

30 crashes

Nov

48 crashes

Dec

Average: 53 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Nov 3, 2025

Property Damage

27th Avenue & Bromley Lane

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 2, 2025

Property Damage

S 50TH AVE & SOUTHERN ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 31, 2025

Minor Injury

US Highway 85 & 124th Avenue

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

2 injuries

Oct 31, 2025

Property Damage

I76 Wb To Bromley & Bromley To I76 Wb /i76

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 29, 2025

Property Damage

True & W SOUTHERN ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 27, 2025

Property Damage

27th Avenue & Bromley Lane

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 23, 2025

Possible Injury

US Highway 85 & 120th Avenue

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 17, 2025

Possible Injury

US HIGHWAY 85 SB & E 124TH AVE

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of rear-end accidents in Brighton include: Distracted driving, Following too closely, Sudden braking, Poor weather conditions. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.