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 […]

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Were you injured in an accident with another driver? If so, you may be entitled to compensation—even if the accident happened under less than ideal conditions. Call Bell & Pollock P.C. Accident & Injury Lawyers today at (720) 613-6736 for a no-obligation consultation. Rainy days can be great—when you’re curled up on the couch with a cup […]

We know that coal mining is a very dangerous job. Whenever you enter the mine, no matter what your role is, you’re putting yourself at risk. The most cautious and conscientious miner can be injured in an unavoidable accident. Even when you follow safety precautions, you can become ill from your time in the mines. […]

You and two friends get rear-ended and injured in a car accident. You have good health insurance. One friend has Medicaid. The other has no health insurance at all. You end up paying relatively minimal copays and deductibles. Your Medicaid friend pays almost nothing out of pocket (except for, maybe, a nominal copay for prescription […]

Car accidents are leading cause of death for American children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that 3 out of 4 children are NOT properly restrained while riding in vehicles. Failing to properly secure your children or grandchildren when they ride in your vehicle can have very […]

Night blindness, known as nyctalopia, occurs because of various diseases that cause degeneration of the rods of the retina (the sensory cells responsible for vision in dim light). Night blindness caused by nearsightedness, cataracts, or vitamin A deficiency is treatable. Corrective lenses, such as eyeglasses or contacts, can improve nearsighted vision both during the day and […]

Human error has always been the leading cause of motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. and around the world. Ultimately, it is up to us to decrease driver error and pay attention to the task of driving. However, a recent study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety proposes another possible solution: an investment in […]

Even Colorado natives can learn new tricks and tips for driving safer on snow and ice. Typically, Colorado natives will look down their nose at those who come from warmer climates, offering up whatever advice they can to be better drivers in the snow. “We can all learn a little something about how to drive […]

Artist colonies are notorious for underground, communal living in warehouse districts, which can sometimes pose a danger if they go on for years undetected and living conditions deteriorate. Well, one of Denver’s own artist community’s, dubbed Rhinoceropolis, located at 3553 Brighton Blvd. was evacuated and shutdown Thursday, December 8, 2016 after officials received reports that […]