Over $50M Recovered in the Past Seven Years
At the Tenge Law Firm LLC, our goal is to achieve the best possible result for our clients as soon as possible. Each case and each client is different, so we work directly with clients to meet their needs for medical care and personal situations. We have enjoyed great success, with exceedingly high client satisfaction, using this approach.
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$3,250,000 Rollover auto accident involving defective roof and serious injuries
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$1,475,000 Auto accident with head, neck and back injuries
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$950,000 Car accident with brain injury and orthopedic injuries
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$750,000 Policy Limits – Low speed auto accident leading to minor stroke
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$533,000 Trial Verdict - Client hit by airborne patio umbrella with facial scar and concussion.
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$450,000 Pedestrian hit by car
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$300,000 Four-car accident resulting in vertebral fracture and facial injuries
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$200,000 Auto accident with facial injuries
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$120,000 Slip-and-fall at fast food restaurant
Injuries Sustained in Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are particularly vulnerable to catastrophic injuries in vehicular accidents because they lack any protection from forceful impacts with vehicles or the ground. Those fortunate enough to survive a vehicular accident often suffer months of medical treatment and physical therapy. All too often victims sustain permanent injuries that require lifelong care. Common types of injuries sustained in pedestrian accidents include:
- Traumatic neck and back injuries
- Severe bone fractures, including crush injuries and compound fractures
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Death
If you sustain any type of injury as a pedestrian in an accident, your first priority should always be immediate emergency medical care. If the emergency room doctor recommends further treatment, follow your doctor’s orders. Recovering from traumatic injuries after a vehicle struck you can be overwhelming. Medical bills mount, while you are most likely unable to work and earn income to pay them. As soon as you are able to do so, seek the assistance of an experienced pedestrian accident attorney who can pursue a legal claim for damages on your behalf while you focus on your physical recovery.
Hundreds of 5-star Reviews. Exceptional Results
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"They were extremely responsive and answered my questions very well."
Paige and Nina were a delight to work with. They were extremely responsive and answered my questions very well. They made me feel like I was in good hands and could trust them!
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"They treated me like family"
Todd, Liz and Nina were amazing. They handled my case very professionally. I recommend this law firm to anyone looking for a great firm. They treated me like family
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"Definitely made it a stress-free experience"
Brenda was my attorney. She was amazing, helped me through the whole process. Definitely made it a stress-free experience, especially after going through something so traumatic! Was extremely attentive and always kept me updated on how my case was going! I would 1000% recommend them to everyone and anyone!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
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"Would highly recommend to anyone!!"
Tenge Law Firm helped me out when I was in a accident that involved my whole family. They were great and fast with the entire process, and were awesome at keeping me updated throughout the entire process. Would highly recommend to anyone!!
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"Everyone is extremely nice & very efficient"
I highly recommend this law firm! They take care of everything in a timely manner & alleviate any harassment while you recover from injuries. Everyone is extremely nice & very efficient...if you need an attorney, Tenge Law is the place to go!
- Betty C.
Distracted Driving Can Cause Pedestrian Accidents
Many pedestrian accidents occur simply because a driver is not paying adequate attention. Distracted drivers are much more likely to strike another vehicle or a pedestrian. Distracted driving takes a number of forms, including:
- Using a cell phone to read or send texts or instant messages
- Making cell phone calls without using a hands-free option
- Disregarding speed limits and other traffic laws
- Disregarding intersection traffic signals and other traffic control devices
- Eating, smoking, or engaging in any other tasks while driving
Proving that distracted driving caused a vehicular accident can be complex. A skilled attorney can investigate cell phone records and find other evidence that distracted driving caused a vehicle to strike a pedestrian in order to hold an at-fault driver liable.
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Reviews
When our clients are happy, they say so. Whether we’re being described for how well we communicate, our responsiveness, or the quality of our service, we’re consistently rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by those we represent.
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Ratings
As an industry leader in the field of personal injury, we're proud to maintain a superb 10.0 out of 10.0 rating on AVVO.com, have a preeminent AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and have recently been awarded Client Champion Platinum status from Lawyers.com.
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Results
In the last ten years, we've recovered $50 million on behalf of our clients. Our motto is simple - You do what you need to do physically recover, and we'll handle the rest.
Negligent Driving
In order to file a claim or lawsuit against a driver in Colorado, the accident victim must be able to show that the driver violated a “reasonable person” duty of care. This means that the driver behaved in a careless or reckless manner not reasonable under the circumstances. The driver may have been distracted or may have violated a traffic law. The injured pedestrian must also show that he or she suffered injuries as a direct result.
Compensation for injuries incurred in an accident includes recovery for the costs of all medical treatment, lost wages, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life.
In accidents where a pedestrian dies as a result of a vehicular collision, the victim’s family may open an estate and file a wrongful death action. In a wrongful death action, the decedent’s estate can recover not only funeral costs and expenses, but damages for the loss of relationships with the victim, as well as lost income to support the victim’s family in the future.
A Fort Collins lawyer can assist you with proving all of the elements of your personal injury case to ensure that you recover complete compensation for all your losses, to best position you to heal and move forward with you life after the accident.
Comparative Negligence in Colorado
Insurance companies often try to dispute liability in pedestrian accident cases to limit payouts.
For example, attorneys working for the insurer may claim the accident victim walked outside of a crosswalk or otherwise contributed to causing the accident.
In some jurisdictions, if an accident victim causes or contributes to an accident in any way – even as little as one percent – the accident victim may not recover any damages. Fortunately, in the State of Colorado, that is not the law. In Colorado, unless the injured pedestrian’s negligence exceeded that of the driver, the injured pedestrian may still recover damages. While the damage award will be offset by the injured pedestrian’s percentage of fault, financial recovery from the at-fault driver remains available.
For example, if the pedestrian stepped slightly outside of the crosswalk when the motor vehicle struck the pedestrian, the jury might find that the pedestrian contributed to the accident by ten percent. In that instance, the pedestrian can still recover 90 percent of the available damages in the case. These legal considerations can be complex and require the assistance of a skilled accident attorney.
At the Tenge Law Firm LLC, we feel a profound responsibility to ensure our client’s physical and emotional well being during one of the worst times of their life. We've put together a page of resources to help you gain legal expertise and education about the law.
Call a Fort Collins Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today for a Free Initial Case Evaluation and Legal Consultation
Liability for pedestrian accidents can be difficult to prove, especially when a driver’s insurance company has a team of attorneys to dispute, avoid, and minimize payouts. If you or someone you love has suffered injuries, you need an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side. The accident lawyers at the Tenge Law Firm, LLC can advocate on your behalf and pursue just compensation for the full extent of your losses.
To schedule a free consultation and case evaluation with a Fort Collins injury lawyer, please call us today at (970) 510-8077 or online.
