Denver’s Rising Injury Toll: What the Data Reveals — And What Victims Should Do Next

By Strong Law | Updated June 2025
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A City Under Strain: Denver’s Alarming Traffic Trends

Each year, thousands of people in Denver are injured on the roads — and for many, the crash is just the beginning. In the wake of a serious accident, victims face not only physical trauma, but financial pressure, insurance roadblocks, and a complex legal system that often favors corporations over individuals.

According to the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG), in 2023 the Denver metro area recorded:

• 256 traffic-related fatalities
• 1,584 serious injuries

Denver alone reported 52 traffic deaths in 2024, a modest drop from the 77 deaths in 2023. Still, these figures represent families and futures upended.

Despite Denver’s Vision Zero plan to eliminate traffic deaths by 2030, risks remain — particularly for pedestrians and cyclists. CDOT reports show:

• 108 pedestrian deaths in 2022 — up 24% from 2021
• 149 motorcycle fatalities in 2022 — nearly 1 in 4 roadway deaths

The Danger of Trucks and Commercial Vehicles in Denver

Commercial trucking poses a growing risk in Denver’s core corridors — including I-70, I-25, and Speer Blvd. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT):

• 4,715 medium/heavy truck crashes in 2024
• 88 deaths and 1,153 injuries statewide
• Denver County led all counties with 712 truck-involved crashes

Our Denver truck accident lawyers investigate driver records, company safety history, and black box data to hold commercial operators accountable.

Bikes, Motorcycles, and Vulnerable Road Users

While Denver has expanded bike infrastructure, cyclists and pedestrians remain at high risk. According to a 2025 CDOT update:

• 17.5% decrease in cyclist/pedestrian fatalities from early 2024
• Motorcyclists still account for 25% of all crash deaths statewide

Our Denver motorcycle accident attorneys and Colorado bicycle accident lawyers represent victims struck in bike lanes, intersections, and driveways across the city.

What Makes Strong Law Different?

We’re not a billboard firm — we’re your partners in recovery. At Strong Law, our local team provides:

• Strategic case development using state crash data
• Experienced negotiation with major insurers
• Courtroom readiness when trial is the best option

We’re located at 2806 Speer Blvd, Denver, CO 80211 and serve:

• Aurora
• Lakewood
• Westminster
• Centennial
• Arvada
• Thornton
• Englewood

Call (720) 743-5046 or contact our Denver personal injury lawyer team today for a free consultation.

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