Driving on the highway is different than driving in the city. Not only are you moving at a higher rate of speed, but you're also more likely to find yourself in close proximity to large commercial vehicles.There's nothing you can do to control other drivers, but there...
Month: May 2019
Motorcycle accidents can cause life-changing injuries
With the change of the seasons comes weather that is ideal for outdoor activities. Motorcycle owners in Colorado will be keen to get out onto the open roads. In doing so, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reminds riders special skills and exceptional...
Did you know the 4th of July is a dangerous day?
Every summer, people flock to parks and their own backyards to celebrate Independence Day. Unfortunately, while it is a fun day full of celebration, it can also be a day of increased danger.Specifically, those who wind up driving anywhere on the 4th of July or the day...
Juvenile missteps can lead to damaging criminal record
Many missteps of juveniles in Colorado are not planned crimes. Peer pressure and the need to fit in and be popular lead many teenagers astray and unprepared for the consequences when their actions lead to arrests and convictions. Entering adulthood with already...
How does tire maintenance affect the chance of a car accident?
Unless the low-pressure light on your dashboard comes on, you might not think about your tires very often. Maybe they cross your mind if you hit a pothole or stop too quickly. But once you see that none of your tires are flat, you might just breathe a sigh of relief...
Stay safe while boating this Memorial Day weekend
When residents of other states mention Colorado, it's typically in reference to the Rocky Mountains. But native Coloradans know that there is a thriving boating community who loves to get out onto the rivers, lakes and reservoirs for a day of fishing or recreational...
Auto-pedestrian accidents: Bicyclists face similar risks
With warmer weather approaching, people in Denver and across Colorado will likely be keen to get out and enjoy the fresh air while running, hiking, biking and walking. However, with all these activities comes increased risks of auto-pedestrian accidents. Cyclists who...
Will your teen drive on the family’s summer road trip?
Colorado families often plan summer road trips to beaches or to visit family or friends. But driving for hours on end can be very tedious. If you have a teenager with a newly minted driver's license, they may be chomping at the bit to get some highway miles under...
Why May is a dangerous month for motorcyclists
Earlier this year, Governor Jared Polis declared May 2019 to be Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Colorado. It’s not hard to see why he chose this month in particular. May had the highest amount of motorcycle crashes in both 2017 and 2018, which were both the...
Criminal defense: Man accused of robbing same place twice
Colorado police claim a robber returned for more within two hours of robbing a Dairy Queen outlet. They received an emergency call about a robbery in progress at approximately 9 p.m. on a recent Monday. The caller claimed the robber was threatening the staff at the...
