Driving in the wintertime will present a number of challenges to both you and the car you're driving. Cold weather, for example, will test the limits of your car while wintry conditions outside of the car can test your limits as a driver. If you want to stay safe this winter, here are a few winter driving tips to consider. IF YOUR CAR NEEDS TO BE SERVICED, DO IT NOW! In the summertime, if your car breaks down, it might not be that big of a deal. In the winter,[ ... ]
Did you know that as an employer you can be held responsible for your employee's bad conduct against other co-workers or customers? Today, we will be talking about a few of these employer liability situations, and more importantly how to steer clear of them. JOB-RELATED ACCIDENTS OR BEHAVIOR A legal doctrine exists called Respondeat Superior (Latin for "let the superior answer"). In this doctrine, it's stated that an employer is legally responsible for[ ... ]
If you are in a serious car accident, medical services will most likely come to the scene and offer medical care. Emergency transportation services will take you to the hospital if you need further care. But, what about minor accidents? Should you still seek medical treatment if you're able to walk and move independently after your accident and there's no obvious injury? Always Get Medical Treatment In an accident, you might not even realize you're hurt or in[ ... ]
Even though there have been amazing advancements in the automobile technology industry, traffic accidents still happen. According to the World Health Organization somewhere around 1.25 million people will die every year because of traffic accidents. Today, we will be talking about the most common causes of traffic accidents so you can have a heads up on different things to look out for to keep yourself and those around you safe. GOING OVER THE SPEED LIMIT One[ ... ]
Slip and fall accidents occur every day and can happen anywhere. It doesn't matter if you're in a parking lot, at a restaurant, shopping at the mall, or even in a grocery store. Unsafe conditions can lead to dangerous situations and severe injuries. If you were involved in a slip and fall accident, you may have found that the cause of the accident was the responsibility of the owner of the premises. COMMON REASONS FOR SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS There are many rea[ ... ]
When you're in a car accident there are many different injuries you can sustain, but one of the more common injuries is a TBI or traumatic brain injury. TBI's don't always show up immediately after a car accident which is also why they are one of the most dangerous injuries. The Different Types of Brain Injuries Concussions: Concussions are by far one of the most common types of TBI's. Concussions happen when the brain receives impact from sudd[ ... ]
You might not realize it, but preventing falls is just as important in the kitchen as it is in the dining room of a restaurant. In fact, slip and fall accidents are one of the most common reasons for food service injuries in commercial kitchens. The good news is that with certain safety measures, they can be prevented, saving you a lot of money and grief. CONSIDER PAST SLIP AND FALL INCIDENTS Chances are you're reading this because you are either a cook in a ki[ ... ]
During a legal consultation, you have the opportunity to carefully go through your case with a lawyer. As you share the details of the incident, your lawyer can let you know what kind of compensation you can expect, and how strong of a case you have. A legal consultation is also the time to learn more about the lawyer, and determine whether you'll have a positive working relationship. It's important to come prepared to your legal consultation so that you can ask the ap[ ... ]
Nearly 27,000 car crashes occurred in Colorado in 2017. Whether you're driving through wintery mountain passes, or crawling through rush hour traffic in Denver or Boulder, a car accident is a risk no matter how good of a driver you are. A car accident in Colorado can have specific terms and laws associated which help us un[ ... ]
Few people see the benefit in filing an auto accident report with the police after an incident. It may simply seem like extra paperwork to deal with, when you have enough on your plate. Just as it's important to visit a hospital for treatment after an accident for documentation purposes, it's also important to file an auto accident report. Here are three scenarios wherein an auto accident report is essential to guard your rights: DENIAL DENIAL DENIAL Let's say[ ... ]