Chances are that meeting with an attorney is not high on your list of favorite ways to spend your time. Even more, looking to hire an attorney often means that something unpleasant, to say the least, is probably happening. Whether it be regarding a car crash, criminal charge, or divorce—it is important to understand what […]

The origins of Workers’ Compensation payments go back a lot further than you might expect. In fact, according to “A Brief History of Worker’s Compensation,” compensation payments in the event of work-related injury were outlined in ancient Sumerian law back in 2050 BC. Similar laws have also been recorded in ancient Greek, Roman and Chinese […]

Drowsy Driving Three out of five drivers on the road today are drowsy drivers. Drowsy driving can sneak up on you. Some of the early warning signs of drowsy driving include frequently blinking, not remembering the last two miles driven, missing turns or exits, and drifting in and out of your lane. According to the […]

♫ Turn on your heartlight Let it shine wherever you go Let it make a happy glow For all the word to see ♫ Apologies to Neil Diamond for borrowing his lovely lyrics for the purposes of this educational blog post, but just as heartlights are important to a crooner such as Mr. Diamond, vehicle […]

NON-ECONOMIC DAMAGES AND LOSSES In most cases proving economic losses can be calculated without much difficulty (i.e. medical bills, out of pocket expenses, wage loss).  Non-economic losses, often referred to as pain and suffering, are a bit more nebulous and generally more difficult to prove than economic losses.  In fact, there have been countless cases […]

As we wrap up the wild year of 2020, it’s safe to say that very few, if any, of us are ending the year in the same circumstances as when we began. Whether you had to find a new job, sold a car because you are working from home permanently now, or added a new […]

With winter fast approaching, now is a good time to get prepared for some of the unique challenges and hazards that often arise for Colorado drivers in the cold winter months. This includes taking the proper steps to “winterize” your vehicles and being prepared to deal with the snowy, icy, and slushy driving conditions that […]

When It comes to distracted driving, there is a significant disconnect in driver behavior.  The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety surveyed more than 3,300 drivers concerning distracted driving.  More than 95% of the drivers surveyed said texting or emailing while driving is unacceptable.  At the same time, nearly half (49%) report talking on a hand-held device, and […]

Safety Improvements that could make Denver Trucking Wrecks Less of a Factor Motorists throughout Denver, Greenwood Village and Steamboat Springs Colorado are at risk of being hurt or even killed if truckers do not take safety seriously. Unfortunately, truck safety laws are lacking in some important areas. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)has indicated that […]

We as Coloradoans are very familiar with experiencing multiple seasons of weather in a single day, and just as we layer our clothing for protection, we should be prepared to protect ourselves as fall weather turns to winter when in our vehicles and on our roadways. In August 2019, Colorado legislators updated legislation requirements for […]

When parking lot injuries are caused by negligence, victims can sue for damages to cover their medical bills, pain, suffering, and more. Who gets sued will depend on how the accident occurred. In some cases, injury victims may have cases against one party. In others, it may be possible to sue multiple parties. While a premises liability […]

Approximately 70 percent of Americans use social media. Most have gotten into the habit of checking and posting to different accounts several times a day. Connecting with people, sharing life experiences, finding work, and even meeting friends online are all benefits of social media. However, those benefits can backfire and have negative impacts on a […]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration defines distracted driving as “any activity that diverts attention from driving.” Driver distractions include but are not limited to any of the following: When you get behind the wheel of a car, you need to pay attention to the road using auditory, visual, and cognitive skills. There is also the manual […]

Are you a victim of medical malpractice? If you experience pain and suffering following an operation or other medical treatment, you may consider filing a lawsuit seeking damages. To file a lawsuit, you must also file a certificate of merit with the assistance of an attorney at a personal injury law firm. Because of their many […]

Comparative negligence is a term used by automobile insurance companies when determining who is at fault for a traffic accident. It means that depending on how the accident occurred, both drivers involved may be assigned some degree of fault for the event. With comparative negligence, one person involved seeks compensation. That alone distinguishes it from […]