Commerce City, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Commerce City, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Commerce City

1,079

Total Crashes

Fatalities

256

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 Commerce City.
2
Following too closely
Following too closely is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Commerce City.
3
Sudden braking
Sudden braking is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Commerce City.
4
Poor weather conditions
Poor weather conditions is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Commerce City.

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

104 crashes

Jan

99 crashes

Feb

85 crashes

Mar

109 crashes

Apr

112 crashes

May

90 crashes

Jun

105 crashes

Jul

93 crashes

Aug

88 crashes

Sep

76 crashes

Oct

47 crashes

Nov

71 crashes

Dec

Average: 90 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 11, 2026

Possible Injury

E470

3 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

3 injuries

Nov 7, 2025

Property Damage

False & BRIGHTON BLVD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 6, 2025

Property Damage

Yosemite Street & 89th Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 6, 2025

Property Damage

False & E 56TH AVE

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 6, 2025

Property Damage

1 270 & 104930642

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 6, 2025

Property Damage

1 270 WB

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 4, 2025

Property Damage

E 104TH AVE & FLORENCE ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 1, 2025

Minor Injury

True & E 104TH AVE

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 30, 2025

Property Damage

72nd Place & Locust Street

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top Rear-End Lawyers in Commerce City — Client Reviews

#1. Flanagan Law Personal Injury And Car Accident Attorney

5.0(78 reviews)

Top-rated by clients

“In September, I was T-boned by a driver who ran a red light and hit me at 50 mph. The driver was found at fault, and I began working with their insurance company, GEICO. Unfortunately, the experience with their adjustor was frustrating and stressful....”
— Sandra G(Auto Accident case)

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