What should you do when injured in a hit-and-run auto accident?

  Part 2 - Prom Night – High School Graduation – And Marijuana – What Moms, Dads and Teens Really Need to Know Celebrations for prom, graduation, and homecoming mean more parties and gatherings among teens who are celebrating. It is important to be vigilant about your child and their friends and to communicate to […]

Bell & Pollock Blog 04/26/2024 It is every parent’s nightmare to get a phone call from their teenager saying they have been involved in a car accident. Here is how you can support your teen through the aftermath.  1. Stay calm. Easier said than done, we know, but the calmer you are, the easier it […]

Bell & Pollock Blog 03/29/2024 Imagine you’ve been in a collision with another car, where you are completely stopped at a light and you are struck from behind. You have been severely injured due to the force of the collision. It is clear that the other driver is at fault. You already have the anxiety […]

Bell & Pollock Blog Dana N. Miller, Esq. for 03/29/2024 You’ve likely heard of, or seen on overhead highway digital signs, “Click It or Ticket” and other similar campaigns encouraging drivers and passengers to wear seatbelts on Colorado roads.  But you may have wondered what does the law actually require in regard to seatbelts.  How […]

You may frequently see terms regarding negligence in legal discussions. “Ordinary negligence” and “gross negligence” are different, but many people don’t understand how. Ordinary negligence is a failure to exercise the level of caution necessary in a particular situation. This level of caution is what any average person in a similar situation would use. Being […]

Ski Safety I – Crashes Between Skiers Imagine you are at any number of Colorado’s world-class ski resorts, enjoying a beautiful day of skiing with your friends or loved ones. You are skiing within your means, and safely navigating the ski trail, when all of a sudden you find yourself laying on the ground, staring […]

Ski Safety II – Ski Resort Liability In the last article, we looked at a situation where one skier hits another while at a resort in Colorado. This article looks at the other side of ski law, where the injured party is seeking compensation from the ski resort. Injuries can happen anywhere on a ski […]

It is every parent’s nightmare to get a phone call from their teenager saying they have been involved in a car accident. Here is how you can support your teen through the aftermath.  Encourage your teen to wait as long as they can for the police to arrive on the scene, but not to delay […]

MARCH MADNESS: TIPS FOR SNOW AND ICE DRIVING Some time ago, we blogged about Surviving a Blizzard and provided tips to help winter drivers be prepared, but now that the madness of March weather in Colorado is upon us, we’re here to provide a few other reminders to help you avoid ending up in a snowbank or […]

What is Resident Relative Insurance Coverage? Resident Relative insurance coverage potentially allows an injury claimant to use an auto insurance policy of another person, even if the injury claimant is not named on the insurance policy of the other person. With Resident Relative coverage an injury claimant could potentially use the insurance policy of a blood […]

What if one of the parties involved in a car accident has expired driving credentials? Maybe their registration is out of date or their driver’s license has expired. Maybe they have expired dealership tags. Do these circumstances affect your ability to recover in the event of a car accident? If you are the victim in […]

Experiencing a workplace injury can be a dismaying situation, leaving you worried about your health, income, and job security. Fortunately, Denver’s workers’ compensation laws are designed to support employees during such challenging times. Understanding the benefits you’re entitled to is beneficial for a smooth recovery and financial stability. At Bell & Pollock, P.C., we specialize in […]

As the streets of Denver run rife with the convenience of ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft, the reality of potential accidents cannot be overlooked. Whether you're a frequent user or occasionally hail a ride, knowing the proper steps to take following an Uber or Lyft accident is imperative. It not only ensures your safety […]