Confirming what ride sharing services have been purporting for some time, research out of Temple University has recently affirmed that services like Uber are sparking a decline in fatal drunk driving accidents in some major U.S. cities. A big benefit to ride sharing services has been their role in decreasing deadly drunk driving accidents, a Denver car […]

Don’t believe the following myths about car accidents. They could get you into trouble or end up costing you a lot of money. Have You Heard Any of these Car Accident Myths? Myth 1: Most car accidents are not preventable. Reality: Wrong! Most car accidents are caused by some type of human error. In fact, the National Highway […]

Even though Colorado laws require all motorists to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance, about 1 in every 7 people in the state do not have the necessary coverage, according to the Insurance Research Council. This can end up meaning that, even if you are responsible, have insurance and are extremely careful when driving: […]

Driving while under the influence of alcohol is illegal in every state in the U.S. Unfortunately, however, this fact alone is not enough to prevent people from getting behind the wheel when they are intoxicated and, in doing so, putting other people’s safety – and lives – at risk. To reveal just how dangerous drunk […]

Being hurt in a car accident can be disorienting, distressing and devastating. Making mistakes in the aftermath of the accident, however, can end up compounding the stress of the situation. To avoid doing anything that could hurt your claims to compensation later, avoid making the following mistakes. Things that Can Compromise Future Auto Accident Claims Contact a Denver […]

Summer is a wonderful time for so many things – enjoying the outdoors, taking vacations, etc. One downside of summer, however, is the fact that it is the season when the most traffic accidents, including deadly traffic accidents, occur. This may be surprising on the surface, especially for people who live in places where icy and […]

Even if you receive a settlement in your civil case, you may still be able to receive an additional award of restitution in the criminal case, for things not covered by the offender’s insurance policy. The purpose of a restitution order is to decrease the financial burden caused by the crime and to preserve the […]

Workers’ compensation is insurance coverage which must be carried by most employers in Colorado.  In most instances, if you are injured on the job, you should receive workers’ compensation benefits.  There are, however, some instances when you may not be entitled to workers’ compensation insurance coverage. The following is a partial list of occupations and/or individuals excluded […]

At some point you’ve probably signed one. That official looking document with the small words that you need to sign before you can play softball, go whitewater rafting, or jump out an airplane. These waivers are supposed to protect recreational businesses in the event that you are injured or harmed while performing these activities. But […]

Spring and summer are almost here, so people with motorcycles are starting think about riding. Motorcycles can be very enjoyable. Some people use them for economical transportation. Unfortunately, they are a more risky form of transportation for obvious reasons. Since I have been a rider for many years, I have firsthand knowledge of the dangers […]

In 2003, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a study that examined the frequency of dog bite-related injuries treated in U.S. emergency departments.  In 2001, an estimated 368,245 persons were treated in U.S. emergency rooms for nonfatal dog bite-related injuries.  42% of dog bites in 2001 occurred among children aged 14 years and younger; […]

Generally, in the Workers’ Compensation system the workers’ compensation insurance carrier and/or employer are entitled to choose the healthcare provider.  However, there are means within the system to request and/or obtain a change of physician. Within ninety (90) days following the date of injury, but before reaching maximum medical improvement, an injured worker may request a one-time […]

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 it hopes to change that. A truck accident lawyer knows that new safety rules could make […]

In Denver, Greenwood Village and Steamboat Springs, Colorado, no one wants tired truckers on the road. A truck accident lawyer knows that drowsy driving can result in impairments in judgment and delayed reaction time. A trucker who is tired is just as affected by his fatigue as a driver who is drunk is affected by alcohol. A tired trucker could […]

Trucking companies are required to purchase liability insurance in case a driver in their employ causes a collision. The minimum amount of liability insurance that a trucking company must purchase is $750,000 for interstate general freight motor carriers. For hazardous-material haulers, the minimum is between $1 million and $5 million. While this may seem like […]