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What Crash Information an Event Data Recorder Captures
- January 21, 2020
- Vehicle Accidents
Event data recorders within automobiles are similar to the black boxes used on airplanes. They record vital crash information that investigators can use to establish the cause of a motor vehicle accident. Recovering this data following a car crash in Colorado can help a plaintiff prove liability, corroborate eyewitness testimony, determine crash severity, and show the movement of energy through the vehicle. Recording Crash Information Event data recorders (EDR'[ ... ]
Common Carrier Liability and a Public Transit Accident
- January 17, 2020
- Vehicle Accidents
Public transportation options are blooming across Colorado. The expansion of public transport along the Front Range means that more and more people are using buses, trains, Ubers, and Lyfts to get around the region. When a public transit accident occurs, it's essential to know the operator's legal liability, and the options that plaintiffs have to pursue compensation for their property damage and injuries. Common Carriers in Colorado Buses operating within Boul[ ... ]
Preventing a Fa, La, La, La Fall After Christmas
- January 9, 2020
- Personal Injury
Christmas is over and the New Year has just begun. As you set your sights on achieving your goals for the year, make sure not to lose sight of safety as you take down your Christmas decorations. Following these suggestions for preventing falls will help ensure 2020 doesn't start with a trip to the emergency room.[ ... ]
Who’s Suffering Wrongful Death in the Colorado Workplace?
- December 27, 2019
- Personal Injury
The unemployment rate is down, and the number of wrongful deaths in the workplace is on the decline. While there are plenty of reasons to celebrate, it is too early to uncork the champagne. The reality is that even one wrongful death in the workplace is significant, and Coloradans are still dying for merely performing their jobs. At most considerable risk are those who work in construction, mining, and the oil and gas industry. These dangerous jobs continue to cause th[ ... ]
The Road to Recovery Following a Spinal Injury
- December 20, 2019
- Personal Injury
Recovering from a spinal injury takes time. When an injury occurs, it is essential to follow doctor's orders and adhere to your therapy regimen. Every spinal injury is different, and there is no way to say precisely how long your journey will take. However, when it comes to[ ... ]
Stay Safe When Pulling Santa’s Sleigh Through the Parking Lot
- December 16, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
The holidays are a happy time, but they are also a time when drivers and pedestrians get distracted by shopping lists, special events, and celebrations. Nationwide, one in every five pedestrian accidents occurs in parking lots. This rate doubles to two in five accidents in November and December. Staying safe over the holidays and avoiding a pedestrian accident in parking lots boils down to following a few simple rules of the road. When Driving Through Park[ ... ]
Teaching Teens to Stay Focused Behind the Wheel
- December 6, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
Twenty-first century teenagers are busier than ever. There are commitments to family, school, sports, clubs, work, and friends. While teens somehow always find time to take their driving tests, few spend much time doing their homework about the dangers of distracted driving. As parents, it's a life or death lesson that you need to teach your teen driver. As you gear up for the holidays, be sure to sit down with your kids and go over these rules of the road with them.[ ... ]
Tips on How to Avoid Accidents with Bambi, Yogi, and Wildlife
- November 27, 2019
- Personal Injury
The Colorado Department of Transportation receives between 2,000 to 4,000 reports of wildlife-vehicle collisions each year. However, because many of these common causes of accidents are not reported the real num[ ... ]
How to Prepare for a Legal Consultation
- November 22, 2019
- Personal Injury
A free legal consultation is an opportunity to go over your case with a prospective attorney. This helps you understand how laws, legal precedents, evidence, and other aspects affect your claim. Most consultations last between 30 minutes and 1 hour which means you want to make the most of every minute. To that end, we recommend the following as you prepare for your appointment. Gather Your Documents You should gather, organize, and make copies of all the docum[ ... ]
Are Dog Owners Always Liable for Dog Bites in Colorado?
- November 7, 2019
- Personal Injury
Dog owners have a responsibility to protect others from bites under Colorado's statutes. However, that doesn't mean owners are always liable when their dog attacks. Colorado uses a combination of strict liability and negligence rules in regard to dog bites. This means that there are limited c[ ... ]
