Colorado Law & Bus Accident Claims
Claims against RTD or other government-operated buses are subject to the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA), requiring a 182-day notice of claim. Government entities have sovereign immunity damage caps. Private bus companies have standard liability rules. Ski shuttle accidents may involve resort liability under the Ski Safety Act.
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Statute of Limitations
50%
Comparative Fault Bar
~$642K
Noneconomic Cap
Average Bus Accident Settlement in Colorado
Based on Colorado verdict and settlement data
| Severity | Estimated Settlement Range |
|---|---|
| Low Severity | $15,000 – $30,000 |
| Medium Severity | $50,000 – $200,000 |
| High Severity / Catastrophic | $200,000 – $1,000,000+ |
These ranges are general estimates based on Colorado verdict and settlement data. Actual case values vary based on specific facts.
| Category | Minor | Moderate | Severe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Expenses | $3,000 – $15,000 | $15,000 – $75,000 | $75,000 – $300,000 |
| Lost Wages | $1,000 – $8,000 | $8,000 – $40,000 | $40,000 – $150,000 |
| Pain & Suffering | $8,000 – $20,000 | $25,000 – $100,000 | $100,000 – $500,000 |
| Total Range | $15,000 – $45,000 | $50,000 – $200,000 | $200,000 – $1,000,000+ |
Common Injuries in Bus Accident Cases
Bus Accident by Injury Type
Frequently Asked Questions: Bus Accident in Colorado
Claims against RTD require filing a notice within 182 days under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act. The notice must be sent to the Colorado Attorney General and RTD. Government damage caps may limit recovery.
Bus accident settlements range from $15,000–$30,000 for minor injuries to over $1,000,000 for catastrophic injuries. Government entity claims may be subject to sovereign immunity damage caps.
Depending on circumstances: the bus driver, the bus company or transit authority, the bus manufacturer, other involved drivers, and the government entity responsible for road maintenance.
Ski resort shuttle accidents may involve the resort’s liability, the shuttle company, and potentially the Ski Safety Act depending on the circumstances.
You can file a claim against RTD but must follow special CGIA procedures, including the 182-day notice requirement. Damage caps may apply.
Pedestrians hit by buses can file claims against the bus operator and transit authority. If the bus was government-operated, CGIA notice requirements apply.
Bus accident cases involving government entities often take longer due to CGIA notice requirements and bureaucratic processes. Expect 12–24 months for moderate cases.
Bus Accident Claims by City
Get city-specific information about bus accident claims and local settlement data across Colorado.
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