$827,000 for Colorado Pedestrian Hit by Car in Crosswalk

A routine trip to the grocery store turned into a life-altering event when a car hit Rhonda while she was in a marked crosswalk in the store parking lot. The crash left her with devastating injuries and a long road to recovery—but with the help of Robinson & Henry’s experienced Colorado personal injury legal team, Rhonda was able to secure an $827,000 settlement.

Rhonda suffered multiple fractures and a traumatic head injury, requiring emergency hospitalization, time in intensive care, and three surgeries. 

“I went through several days in intensive care, not even knowing who anybody was or who was there for me. And that was just the start of it. It was a long process. Neurologically and physically,” said Rhonda, R&H Personal Injury Client.

Rhonda’s recovery included extensive physical therapy, neurological care, and frequent medical appointments. Beyond the physical pain, the accident placed enormous emotional and financial stress on her and her family—an experience many Colorado pedestrian accident victims know all too well.

The driver who hit Rhonda carried $100,000 in auto insurance coverage. For catastrophic injuries, this amount is rarely sufficient to cover medical bills, lost income, and long-term care.

This is a common issue in Colorado car crash cases—and one that often leaves injured victims uncertain about the future and what to do next. In Rhonda’s case, she contacted Robinson & Henry’s Personal Injury Team for guidance. 

Rather than accepting the initial policy limits, our personal injury attorneys in Denver analyzed all available insurance coverage connected to the crash. Through this investigation, they identified three separate uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) policies that applied to Rhonda’s injuries.

“With our knowledge of how insurance industry practices work, how insurance policies work, we’re able to locate the insurance money that probably they would have never known that was there,” said Jon Topolewski, R&H Personal Injury Attorney. “And insurance companies aren’t going to be the ones who were going to say, hey, we also have money to give you as well.”

Knowing how to locate and properly apply these policies allowed us to pursue the full compensation Rhonda deserved.

In addition to legal strategy, our attorneys and staff worked closely with Rhonda to:

• Coordinate medical records and billing documentation

• Navigate insurance delays and bureaucracy

• Provide consistent communication and guidance

During a stressful and overwhelming time, having a legal team handle the details allowed Rhonda to focus on healing.

“Working with Jon and his team was such a relief in a very stressful situation,” Rhonda said. “I knew I had them to lean on, to talk with, to answer a lot of questions at the beginning, because I didn’t know where to start.”

After more than a year of persistence and advocacy, Rhonda’s case resolved with an $827,000 settlement. While no outcome can undo the trauma of a serious pedestrian accident, the recovery provided financial stability and a sense of closure after a difficult chapter.

Rhonda praised Jon and his team’s professionalism and expressed sincere gratitude for the work they put in on her case. 

“They were very helpful. Kind, honest, gave good advice. Just very professional, but kind and patient,” said Rhonda.

This case highlights why experience matters in Colorado personal injury and pedestrian accident claims. When insurance coverage appears limited, a deeper investigation can uncover additional paths to compensation—often making a life-changing difference. 

Our Colorado personal injury attorneys help individuals and families injured in pedestrian accidents in Denver and Colorado Springs metro areas recover the money they need to cover current and future expenses. Schedule a consultation online or call 303-688-0944.