Fort Collins, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Fort Collins, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Fort Collins

2,755

Total Crashes

Fatalities

908

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

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

235 crashes

Jan

258 crashes

Feb

234 crashes

Mar

252 crashes

Apr

324 crashes

May

233 crashes

Jun

278 crashes

Jul

212 crashes

Aug

198 crashes

Sep

221 crashes

Oct

147 crashes

Nov

163 crashes

Dec

Average: 230 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 16, 2026

Property Damage

S TIMBERLINE RD & CARIBOU DR

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 11, 2026

Property Damage

S COLLEGE AVE & W MONROE DR

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 11, 2026

Minor Injury

S COLLEGE AVE & PALMER DR

4 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

4 injuries

Feb 10, 2026

Possible Injury

268449 EXIT 268 NW & E PROSPECT RD

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 9, 2026

Property Damage

3800 E PROSPECT RD & SW FRONTAGE RD/ENTER 268 SW

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 8, 2026

Possible Injury

S SHIELDS ST & W PLUM ST

3 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

3 injuries

Feb 7, 2026

Property Damage

526 E PITKIN ST & SMITH ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 24, 2025

Property Damage

Lemay Avenue & Riverside Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 24, 2025

Property Damage

True & W LAKE ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of rear-end accidents in Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins — Client Reviews

#1. Vanmeveren Law Group

5.0(302 reviews)

Near-perfect rating

“I can't express how grateful I am for the outstanding legal representation provided by Karl Hager at the VanMevern Law Group....”
— Huskergal99(Auto Accident case)

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#2. Hadfield Stieben Doutt Llc

5.0(140 reviews)

Near-perfect rating

“Long review to follow. If you’re not willing to read it, the short version is this: When you hire Bill Doutt you’re guaranteed to not only get great legal representation, but also someone who cares about you as person....”
— Michael Shapiro(Auto Accident case)

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#3. Hoggatt Law Office P C

5.0(137 reviews)

Near-perfect rating

“I was involved in a motor vehicle accident on January 4, 2021, in which my car was destroyed and I was injured. After trying to deal with the insurance company on my own, it became quickly apparent that I needed an attorney....”
— Anesia Pauley(Auto Accident case)

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