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What Happens To Your Body in a Rollover?
- July 16, 2021
- Personal Injury
Rollover crashes are among the most dangerous types of motor vehicle accidents. Not only do they have the highest fatality rates, they are also likely to cause severe injuries to survivors. Broken arms, concussions, organ damage, and spinal injury are common in rollover accidents. This is due in part to the extreme forces exerted on the body and often insufficient protection provided by the vehicle's safety systems. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Frontal and s[ ... ]
Is Your Bike Helmet Ready to Rock?
- July 8, 2021
- Vehicle Accidents
You've planned your route, prepared your bike, and put on your gear. As your tires hit the trail, you are confident you are ready for whatever the trail brings, knowing that your helmet will protect you from a brain injury if you fall along the way. But, how sure are you? Wearing a bicycle helmet does not guarantee you are protected. If you are wearing the wrong helmet, have a damaged helmet, or purchased a poor quality helmet, it can cost you dearly. Before going on yo[ ... ]
Have You Taken the Proper Fall Precautions for Summer Landscaping & Repairs?
- June 30, 2021
- Vehicle Accidents
Summer is finally here, and throughout Boulder, the sounds of lawnmowers, tree trimmers, saws, and more fill the air. As you gear up to take care of landscaping and repairs around the home, make sure that you have taken the proper fall precautions. A few moments of prevention are always better than hours in an emergency room and months in a cast. Check the Ladder Never climb up a ladder without inspecting it first. Make sure that all rungs and stiles are in goo[ ... ]
Could Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Safety Regulations Be On the Horizon?
- June 24, 2021
- Personal Injury
Most everyone is aware of the hazards of asbestos and the strict regulations that govern its use. The same is true for lead paint and other known carcinogens. For decades, the hazards of inhaling these toxins as well as many VOCs have been documented. Over the years, many lawsuits have been filed, and won, by individuals who have acquired cancers and/or developed respiratory conditions that impair their quality of life. These lawsuits have prompted limited regulatory ac[ ... ]
What Are Citizen Signed Complaints?
- June 21, 2021
- Vehicle Accidents
Drunk driving is a significant problem in Colorado. Last year, drunk driving statistics showed that 208 Coloradans died as the result of drunk driving crashes. That was roughly a third of all traffic fatalities for the year, and represented an 18% increase over 2019. Among all of CDOT's concerns, DUI's are near the top of the list year after year. It is the same with Colorado State Patrol, Boulder County Sheriff, and law enforcement agencies across the state. It's why[ ... ]
Watch Out for Workers on the Road
- June 10, 2021
- Vehicle Accidents
The weather is warmer, and the schools are out for the year. That means it's officially road construction season along the Front Range. As you travel to and fro, whether you are heading to work or running errands, make sure to keep an eye out for workers on the road. There are numerous roadworks underway from [ ... ]
Steps To Take Following Your Legal Consultation
- May 28, 2021
- Personal Injury
Preparing to pursue a personal injury claim in Colorado means thoroughly considering your legal options and which legal counsel you want to retain. It is a process that you don't want to rush through. In fact, the more methodical your approach, the better. You will have multiple options to consider and your first legal consultation is merely the start of many steps you will need to take. 1. Consider Your Options Before retaining legal counsel, you must determ[ ... ]
Managing PTSD Following a Serious Motor Vehicle Accident
- May 24, 2021
- Vehicle Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents that cause personal injuries or the loss of a loved one can inflict deep psychological wounds. As with the use of medicine, surgery, and physical therapy to[ ... ]
What Happens if You Own a Dangerous Dog in Colorado?
- May 18, 2021
- Personal Injury
Your family furball may be friendly to your family, but that doesn't mean they will be gentle and patient with others. In Colorado, if your dog causes serious injury to another person or another animal, it can be classified as a "dangerous dog." Under Colorado's "Dangerous Dog Law," a Colorado dog bite attorney can pursue compensation from dog owners whose dangerous dogs cause property damag[ ... ]
What Effect do Pre-Existing Conditions Have on an Auto Accident Claim?
- April 29, 2021
- Vehicle Accidents
How do pre-existing conditions factor into an accident claim? This is an important and very common question that many of our clients ask following a motor vehicle accident in Colorado. The short answer is that an at-fault party in a motor vehicle accident is not liable for any pre-existing conditions. However, they can be held liable for aggravating or exacerbating the condition(s). When a car accident survivor has a pre-existing condition, the individual's attorney and[ ... ]
