Pedestrians in Colorado will always be vulnerable. Safety statistics indicate that auto-pedestrian accidents are common causes of injuries treated at ER facilities in Denver. Regardless of how careful a pedestrian is, he or she may fall victim to a negligent driver. Even if it never happens, it might be a good idea to know what to do in such circumstances.
Auto-pedestrian accidents could have devastating consequences
Motorcyclist hit and dragged by truck receives settlement
Riding a motorcycle is a freeing experience. There are few vehicles that allow the rider to feel as much control over their machine or experience traveling as intimately as a motorcycle. It is also one of the most dangerous ways to travel, with a 37 times higher risk of death in accidents than a motorist in a car.
Car Accident Stiffness Could Be Whiplash
Your husband is a tough guy. You have seen him overcome many injuries. He has shaken off stubbed toes and smashed fingers like it's nothing. However, now you are worried. He was recently in a car accident and doesn't want to see a doctor.
Drug charges follow several controlled buys in Colorado
The Boulder County Drug Task Force recently arrested a man who has no prior felony convictions recorded in Colorado. The Superior resident faces various drug charges that followed an investigation that involved several controlled drug purchases starting in January. The arrest affidavit indicates that the purchaser who carried out the controlled buys reported that the 50-year-old man carried a briefcase containing various drugs that he allegedly obtained on the dark web, using cryptocurrency as payment.
Motorcycle accidents: SUV's failure to yield kills bike passenger
Colorado motorcyclists will know that riders and their passengers have little chance of walking away from crashes without road rash, broken bones and sometimes catastrophic injuries. Sadly, too many lives are lost in motorcycle accidents because riders have little or no protection. The fact that motorcycles are significantly smaller than other vehicles is often the reason for car vs. bike crashes when drivers claim they did not see the bike.
5 winter driving tips for even the best drivers
Winter isn’t just coming, it feels like it’s here. For many of us who cut our teeth driving on snow and ice, we feel sure of ourselves as we turnover the engine and roll off down the street. That is not the case for everyone, however.
Criminal charges follows fatality in suspected DUI accident
A 25-year-old woman died in a suspected drunk driving accident in Colorado on a recent Sunday afternoon. A 47-year-old man is now facing several criminal charges after he allegedly caused a crash that led to the woman's death. Reportedly, the incident that happened at an intersection in Lakewood involved several vehicles.
Colorado rolls out new drugged driving campaign
The state is rolling out a new campaign to educate Coloradans about the dangers of driving while impaired. While drunk driving is incredibly dangerous, this campaign focuses on the dangers of driving while impaired by any type of drug, including prescription drugs and over-the-counter drugs.
What happens if you are in an accident in an Uber?
As a passenger in an app-based private driving service like Uber, convenience is key. Wherever you are, a driver will be nearby who can take you wherever you need to go with just a few pushes of a button on your phone. You can even select a driver based on their rating, giving you a better chance of having a smooth ride.
Auto-pedestrian accidents often caused by distracted drivers
Colorado Springs police responded to an accident that caused injuries to three people. This incident was a perfect example of the hazards of mobile device distractions. Despite awareness campaigns and enforcement, distracted drivers continue to cause auto-pedestrian accidents and other collisions.
