Category: Personal Injury
Category: Personal Injury
Can Parents Pursue Compensation When Children Are Injured?
- February 21, 2020
- Personal Injury
Many parents wonder if they can pursue personal injury compensation when their children suffer injuries in a car accident. When passenger injuries occur, they often happen to children under the age of 18. Colorado law doesn't allow children under the age of 18 to pursue legal action on their own. However, because they are "under disability," there are provisions that enable parents to seek compensation for the injuries they suffer in a car accident, during a sporting ev[ ... ]
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[ ... ]
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[ ... ]
Shining a Light on Liability in Poorly Lit Working Environments
- October 23, 2019
- Personal Injury
Poor lighting is one of the most common causes of workplace accidents in the United States. Poorly lit working environments create slip, trip, and fall hazards for workers. Individuals who work in these environments can file OSHA complaints and pursue compensation for the injuries they suffer. The Problem of Poor Illumination Approximately 85% of situational awareness is determined through our visual perception. When a loading dock, factory floor, construction[ ... ]
How to Handle Surprise Medical Bills
- October 22, 2019
- Personal Injury
Whether as the result of an automobile accident or work accident, personal injuries require prompt treatment. When accidents happen, your attention is focused on treatment and recovery while insurance coverage and cost take a back seat. With everything that happens following an accident, you may believe treatments were covered... only to receive a surprise medical bill months down the road. It is a common problem. When it happens to you there are steps you should take[ ... ]
How to Keep Fifi and Fido out of Trouble in Boulder
- September 20, 2019
- Personal Injury
It's never fun to end up on the wrong side of the law. If you want to stay out of the doghouse, it is important to know the safety regulations regarding dogs in the City of Boulder and surrounding communities. The Centers for Disease Control estimates there are roughly 4.7 million dog bites a year in the United States. Of these, 800,000 require medical care. While your lil Fifi or Fido may like you, they may not get along so well with people and pets they encounter in t[ ... ]
