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Denver, CO · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Denver

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202623 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Denver wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Denver. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Denver Personal Injury Lawyers®

    5.0343 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    98.9/100
    Call (720) 500-4878Google Maps
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    Bowman Law, LLC

    5.0520 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.0
    Score
    96.7/100
    Call (720) 863-6904Google Maps
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    Denver Accident Attorneys - Rosenthal Injury Law

    5.0244 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.0
    Score
    93.5/100
    Call (720) 414-6977Google Maps
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    Zaner Law Personal Injury and Car Accident Attorneys

    4.9453 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.0
    Score
    87.5/100
    Call (720) 640-6852Google Maps
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    Fang Injury & Accident Attorneys

    5.0811 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    85.7/100
    Call (720) 713-3229Google Maps
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    CGH Injury Lawyers

    5.0361 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    82.7/100
    Call (720) 669-8062Google Maps
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    Amy G Injury Firm

    4.91.8K Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    78.7/100
    Call (720) 741-7807Google Maps
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    Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers - Denver, Colorado

    4.92.6K Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    76.2/100
    Call (720) 809-7855Google Maps
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    Bachus & Schanker, Personal Injury Lawyers | Denver Office

    4.72K Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    73.0/100
    Call (303) 222-2222Google Maps
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    Dormer Harpring Denver Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.9300 Google reviews· Denver

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    10.5
    Score
    71.3/100
    Call (720) 729-9241Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Colorado

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

2 years

For most injury claims (C.R.S. § 13-80-102). Motor vehicle injury claims generally have a 3-year deadline (C.R.S. § 13-80-101). Confirm with reviewer.

Fault rule

Modified comparative fault (50% bar)

You can recover only if you were less than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (C.R.S. § 13-21-111)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Colorado?

In most cases, 2 years from the date of the injury (C.R.S. § 13-80-102). Motor vehicle injury claims generally have a 3-year deadline (C.R.S. § 13-80-101). Confirm with reviewer. Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Colorado?

You can recover only if you were less than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (C.R.S. § 13-21-111)

Is Colorado a no-fault car insurance state?

Colorado is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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