Denver Personal Injury Law Blog
Colorado DOT aims to reduce fatal motorcycle crashes
In September of 2020, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reported the 100th motorcycle death of the year in the state. Fatal motorcycle collisions are up 12% compared to the same time in 2019, so the Colorado Department of Transportation has been looking...
4 Common car-bicycle collisions and how to avoid them
On the road, the law expects cars and bicycles to follow the same rules and responsibilities. However, when a motorist gets into a collision with a bicyclist, the results are typically far from equal. According to the CDC, bicyclists face a higher risk...
Speeding: Just how much does it impact a crash?
Speeding is a serious problem that can affect drivers in many negative ways. From making crashes more severe to resulting in dangerous close calls, speeding is a real issue that has to be addressed. Many people think that speeding up just a little bit won’t make a big...
Making sense of your health insurance policy after a car crash
Car crashes can mean a lot of stress. You have to worry about getting your car fixed or possibly buying a new vehicle. On top of that, you and the other people involved in the crash will probably require medical attention for the injuries you suffer. The more severe...
Who covers your costs in a hit-and-run crash in Colorado?
When a driver loses control of their vehicle and crashes into someone or runs a red light and causes an accident, usually the first thing that happens is for the drivers of the vehicles to check on one another and exchange insurance information while waiting for...
The beginning stages of a car insurance claim are critical
Imagine a situation in which a car accident has turned your life upside down. You’re dealing with everything from serious injuries to a damaged vehicle to financial losses (and that’s just the start). As your injuries allow, you’ll soon find yourself filing a car...
What are the biggest risk factors for big truck crashes?
Few things feel quite as harrowing as driving down the highway and finding yourself directly next to a large commercial truck. These big vehicles cast long shadows and take up massive amounts of space. From their jarring horns to the powerful vibrations they admit...
Avoid these distractions when riding a bike
Just the same as when you’re operating a motor vehicle, it’s critical that you avoid distractions when riding a bike. If you take your attention away from the road for any reason, it greatly increases the risk of an accident. Not to mention the fact that you also put...
How a contingency fee makes a personal injury attorney accessible
Much like doctors, attorneys go through years of additional schooling to master the knowledge necessary for their careers. They are subject to strict licensing requirements by the state, as well as ethical oversight for their behavior both in the courtroom and in...
Recovering damages following a slip-and-fall in Colorado
Whether you are shopping at a store or visiting a friend at their apartment complex, you have the right to expect that your safety is a priority for the parties in charge of maintaining the property. Unfortunately however, many people suffer serious injuries in...
