Denver Limousine Accident Attorney

Limousine accidents can cause injuries to passengers, pedestrians and other motorists. Common causes of limo crash injuries include:

• Driver impairment: driving while intoxicated is even more dangerous when the driver has passengers. An alcohol or drug-impaired limo driver should never be allowed behind the wheel. If you suspect the limousine driver involved in your accident was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, talk to an experienced car accident attorney about your legal options.
• Lack of safety features: Limos have added built-in safety features due to their size and structure. Unfortunately, some operators remove key safety features to increase passenger capacity or speed. Additionally, passengers often do not use seat belts, may overcrowd the rear passenger compartment, or move about in ways that increase the risk of injuries in an accident. 
• Inadequate driver education: limo drivers must follow guidelines established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. With poor training, drivers may lack the expertise to operate these unique vehicles or fail to follow FMCSA guidelines.

Limousine accidents occur every year, often resulting in severe injuries or even death. Even when the driver safely operates the vehicle, the limo company also must maintain these vehicles which may require special servicing due to their use as commercial transportation and their size. Failing to maintain the vehicle can also result in limo accidents. 

Negligence by one or more party often causes limousine accidents and injuries. Under Colorado personal injury law, you have the right to pursue compensation for your damages from negligent parties. These may include:

• Limousine driver: Limo drivers have a duty of care towards passengers, pedestrians and other motorists. Negligent driver such as speeding, failure to obey traffic laws, careless driver and falling asleep at the wheel can lead to catastrophic injuries. 
• Limo company: Limo companies are responsible for the safety of their business. That includes hiring qualified drivers, ensuring their ability to safely operate the limos owned by the company and maintaining their limos. A limousine accident caused by a negligent employed driver or defective vehicle can lead to a personal injury claim against the company. In most cases drivers are employed by the company and the company is responsible for its employees.
• Other drivers: Other drivers on the road may cause a limo accident. When that happens, you may file a claim with the the at-fault driver’s insurance company.

When a limo accident occurs, determining liability is a critical aspect of pursuing compensation. One or more parties may share blame for your injuries. Assessing the right parties to pursue and how to pursue those claims requires understanding Colorado tort law and how insurance companies work. The experienced Denver limo accident lawyers at Front Range Injury Attorneys can help you pursue maximum compensation.