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Sam represented the mother of a young man who died in a car accident.
Our client suffered injuries to her brain and back when she was rear-ended by a person looking at his phone.
Sam and the Cannon Law team fought this case through an arbitration hearing.
Sam represented two clients who were injured in a car crash.
Sam represented a client who was injured in a car accident.
Sam represented a client injured in a motor vehicle crash.
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Watching another driver disappear after hitting you adds a different kind of uncertainty to an already difficult crash. You may have injuries, a damaged vehicle, and no name or insurance company to hold responsible. That does not mean you are out of options. A Fort Collins hit and run accident lawyer at Cannon Law can investigate the crash, search for evidence identifying the driver, review your own insurance coverage, and pursue every available path to compensation. Our attorneys have spent years representing injured Coloradans, and we are ready to help you figure out what comes next even when the person who caused your injuries refuses to stay and take responsibility.
A hit-and-run driver may leave the scene, but the evidence they leave behind can still lead somewhere. Witnesses may remember part of a license plate, nearby businesses may have surveillance footage, and traffic cameras or vehicle debris may provide details that were impossible to notice in the confusion immediately after the collision. Our team starts looking for those pieces early because video can be erased, witnesses become harder to locate, and physical evidence disappears.
Even when police never identify the driver, your claim may not end there. Colorado uninsured motorist coverage can provide another potential source of compensation for injuries caused by a hit-and-run driver. Our attorneys investigate both sides of the case at the same time: we look for the person who fled while reviewing your insurance policy to determine what coverage may already be available to you.
The steps you take in the minutes and days following a hit and run can shape how strong your claim becomes. A Fort Collins hit and run accident lawyer at our firm recommends the following actions whenever it is safe to do so:
If an officer was not present, the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles explains that a driver may submit an online crash report, although that type of counter report is not investigated by law enforcement. Our team can review what has already been reported and determine what additional evidence we need to pursue.
Legal fees should never be the reason a hit and run victim goes without help. Our firm handles hit and run cases on a contingency basis, meaning you owe nothing upfront and nothing at all unless we recover compensation on your behalf. In certain cases where full insurance coverage applies and a claim resolves without a lawsuit, our clients may qualify for a reduced fee below what many firms typically charge. Whether your case qualifies depends on the coverage available and how quickly liability becomes clear. Our team explains your fee structure plainly during your first conversation, with no hidden language.
A lower fee is not just a nice detail, it directly changes how much money reaches your pocket at the end of your case. Here is what a reduced fee can mean in practice for a Fort Collins hit and run accident lawyer client:
Our attorneys tell you upfront whether your claim looks like a strong candidate for this reduced rate, so you always know what to expect.
Identifying a driver who fled the scene requires patience and the right resources. Our team canvasses the area for traffic and business surveillance footage, since a camera a block away often captures more than any witness remembers. We request records from local law enforcement, follow up on partial license plate numbers, and search for matching vehicle damage at nearby body shops. Colorado’s Colorado Open Records Act gives our team a legal path to request public records that can help identify a fleeing driver, from crash reports to municipal camera logs. When witnesses come forward after the fact, we track them down and secure their statements before memories fade. A Fort Collins hit and run accident lawyer at Cannon Law treats every unresolved detail as a lead worth chasing.
Even if the driver who hit you is never identified, your own insurance policy may still provide a path to compensation. Under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 10-4-609, insurers operating in Colorado must offer uninsured motorist coverage as part of most auto policies, specifically to protect drivers injured by someone who cannot be held directly accountable. A hit-and-run driver counts as uninsured under this coverage, since no identified insurance policy exists to pursue. Our attorneys review your policy limits, calculate what your claim is worth, and negotiate directly with your own insurer, who may not have your best interests in mind despite representing you. Speaking with a Fort Collins hit and run accident lawyer early helps ensure your insurer does not undervalue a claim it hopes you will accept quickly.
Because hit and run crashes often involve higher speeds or a driver attempting to avoid detection, the injuries tend to be serious. Our firm has represented clients recovering from the following:
Whatever injury you are facing, a Fort Collins hit and run accident lawyer on our team can help connect the medical evidence to the compensation your case deserves.
A fair settlement should reflect everything the crash has cost you, not just the emergency room bill. Depending on the details of your case, you may recover compensation for past and future medical treatment, lost income during recovery, and any reduction in your ability to earn going forward. Property damage to your vehicle factors into your claim as well. Colorado law also allows recovery for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and the broader loss of enjoyment a serious injury can cause. Our attorneys build your claim around documented losses first, then account for the harder to quantify impacts a hit and run leaves behind.
Reaching out after a hit and run does not commit you to anything beyond a conversation. Our team starts with a free, no obligation review of your crash, your injuries, and any evidence you have gathered so far. Our attorneys begin investigating while you focus on recovery. We communicate with insurers, obtain available records, pursue evidence that may identify the driver, and evaluate your uninsured motorist coverage when appropriate. We keep you informed about what we find and explain the decisions that matter along the way. You will know who is handling your claim and why we are taking each step.
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Sam represented a man injured in a crash with a commercial truck.
Sam represented the mother of a young man who died in a car accident. We recovered substantial damages in a tragic case.
Our client suffered injuries to her brain and back when she was rear ended by a person looking at his phone.
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This case involved a motorcycle accident where two different vehicles were at fault for our client’s injuries. We were successful on both claims and received policy limits offer from both defendants.
Sam represented a client who was injured in a motorcycle wreck. After pursuing claims against three separate insurance companies, Sam secured a settlement in excess of $1 million for his client without even having to file a lawsuit.
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Sam represented the family of a woman who died after she fell on a dangerous condition. Through this case, the family received significant compensation.
Disclaimer: Each case is unique and previous results are not a guarantee of future results and that clients may be responsible for costs
• Fee comparisons must be factually substantiated (25% vs. 33-40% industry standard)
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Insurance companies do not always accept fault or coverage without a fight, especially when the at fault driver is unidentified and every dollar comes from your own policy. If your insurer argues you share some blame for the crash, Colorado still allows you to recover under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111, which reduces damages in proportion to fault rather than barring recovery altogether unless you are found more responsible than the other party. Our attorneys gather evidence to counter unfair fault arguments and push back when an insurer tries to minimize a legitimate claim. When coverage itself is disputed, we review your policy language line by line to identify exactly what your insurer is obligated to pay.
A hit and run does not have to leave you without answers or without compensation. Cannon Law has helped injured Coloradans pursue every available avenue after a driver fled the scene, from uninsured motorist claims to tracking down the responsible party. Do not wait to protect your rights or lose valuable evidence. Call (970) 471-7170 today to schedule a free, no obligation consultation with our team and find out what your hit and run claim may be worth.
Car accidents in Fort Collins can be overwhelming, and our attorneys are here to guide you every step of the way. We also represent clients in nearby cities, including:
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Sam Cannon is a dedicated personal injury attorney representing individuals against large corporations and insurance companies. As the founder of Cannon Law, he has built his practice around advocating for injured individuals in complex cases, including traumatic brain injuries, carbon monoxide poisoning claims, and insurance bad faith disputes.
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You can still pursue compensation through your uninsured motorist coverage even if the driver is never identified. Our attorneys file this type of claim regularly, gathering the crash report, medical records, and any available evidence to support your demand.
Colorado generally gives you three years to file a claim for injuries from a motor vehicle crash. Under Colorado Revised Statutes Section 13-80-101, tort actions for bodily injury arising from vehicle use must begin within this window.
Witness descriptions, even without a plate number, can still help identify the driver. Vehicle color, damage, direction of travel, and distinguishing features narrow the search significantly, and our team follows up promptly before memories fade.
Yes, Colorado allows you to recover damages even if you share some responsibility for the crash. Your compensation is reduced in proportion to your fault, but partial responsibility does not eliminate your claim unless you are found more at fault than the other party.
Your uninsured motorist coverage applies the same way it would if the driver were never found. An identified driver without insurance still leaves you without a policy to pursue directly, so your own coverage becomes the primary source of compensation.
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