There are countless benefits to bicycle commuting. It'll save you money on gas. It's good for the environment. It'll spare you the mind-numbing boredom of sitting in traffic. And, best of all, it's a great way to stay in shape (or train for that upcoming triathlon).Of...
Month: April 2018
Auto-pedestrian accidents are not always pedestrian’s fault
When pedestrians are struck by vehicles in Colorado, they are typically deemed the negligent parties even before investigations are complete. Although it is true that pedestrians are often at fault, vehicle operators might be partially to blame. Victims of...
Cellphones while driving: A deadly combination on the rise in 2018
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and one type of distraction in particular bears repeated focus: cellphone use behind the wheel.Cellphones have changed the culture of society. They've led to massive shifts in not only how we interact with others, but also...
Violent crimes: Ex-boyfriend accused of shooting new boyfriend
Convictions on criminal charges can lead to many years of incarceration, along with a criminal record and other consequences that can have a severely negative impact on the individuals. However, the laws in Colorado adhere to the presumption of innocence, and the...
Reconstructing bicycle accidents: What experts look for
Collisions between cars and cyclists rarely end well for the latter. Investigating these accidents involves different challenges than car vs. car collisions. In many ways, it can be more difficult to determine what happened. The vast size differential between cars and...
Auto-pedestrian accidents are too often blamed on the victims
Pedestrians and cyclists who are injured in road accidents are often made out to be the ones to blame for whatever happened. Colorado pedestrians must not feel intimidated by the way the media, and sometimes law enforcement, seems to use language that clears all...
Be aware of distracted driving habits
The National Safety Council has designated April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. While it is good to be aware of the toll taken by distracted drivers, it is also important to be aware of the role each of us plays in preventing these accidents. Distracted...
Criminal law: 18-year-old will face murder charges as an adult
A district court judge recently denied a request to try a Colorado teenager who is facing murder charges as a juvenile. Under criminal law in Colorado, anyone who accused of serious crimes such as murder before he or she turned 18 could be charged as an adult. This...
