We are excited to announce that in November we launched a NEW podcast called “Legal Anatomy of Current Events”! “Legal Anatomy of Current Events” is a weekly podcast with new episodes initially starting on every Wednesday and then moving to early Thursday. In each episode, we will be reviewing a wide range of national topics […]

What is a Property Damage Claim and What is the Process? We are excited to announce that in November we launched a NEW podcast called “Legal Anatomy of Current Events”! “Legal Anatomy of Current Events” is a weekly podcast with new episodes initially starting on every Wednesday and then moving to early Thursday. In each […]

Road Work In Denver: Tips And Tricks On How To Stay Safe In Work Zones Many fatal accidents happen every year in work zones, most of which can be avoided if the workers and the drivers are more cautious. Buses, trucks, and other large vehicles have blind spots and restricted maneuverability, making it more challenging […]

Victims of Drunk Driving and Colorado’s Dram Shop Statute: What it Means Dram Shop Laws Currently, 43 states have adopted what is called “dram shop laws.” (PDF) Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) defines these and other social host laws as “laws allowing liability of establishments arising out of the sale of alcohol to obviously intoxicated […]

Start of Denver Broncos Season: How to Get Home Safe from Empower Stadium Denver Broncos Season is upon us. Everyone is excited to watch the NFL and cheer on their teams. Many have already bagged tickets to catch the game in the Empower Stadium. If you are lucky enough to have the tickets for a […]

Late Night Safety Tips: How to Get Home Safe in the City Walking is usually the most common way of heading home, especially if you have been hanging out with friends nearby, going out for exercise, or running some errands. People typically don’t stress about walking alone during the day, but it could be a […]

Determining Responsibility for Rear-End Auto Accidents According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, almost half, or over 2.5 million of the 6 million auto accidents that occur annually in the U.S., are rear-end collisions. That equates to a rear-end collision once every 8-seconds. It is estimated that rear-ending another vehicle, (assuming the lead/front vehicle […]

When Should You Wear Your Seatbelt? Always. When in an automobile it is mandatory that a seat belt is worn at all times.  You must wear all parts of the seat belt which includes the lap belt and shoulder strap, failure to do so will subject you to criminal and civil penalties.  The civil jury […]

Can someone sue for compensation after a motorcycle accident if they weren’t wearing a helmet? While wearing a helmet substantially reduces one’s risk of serious injury or death in a motorcycle collision and 18 states and the District of Columbia have universal motorcycle helmet laws requiring all riders to wear helmets, Colorado is among the […]

Homeowners’ Association Board Accountability and Transparency Legislation and Its Implications New HOA Board Legislation aims to use transparency and accountability [options] to prohibit homeowners from being foreclosed upon based solely on fines. Additionally, House Bill 22-1137 adds caps on those fines. This new legislation stems from the over 60 foreclosures in Green Valley Ranch in […]

How Will I Pay My Medical Bills if I Can’t Work After an Accident? Paying out of pocket for medical expenses following an accident is scary. It is terrifying if your injuries prevent you from working for a significant amount of time. For help navigating coverage for medical expenses, including worker’s compensation, contact the personal […]

Negligence on the Road: Common Causes of Fatal Collisions Fatal car accidents can often be prevented. If a driver prepares for the worst and eliminates all distractions or impairment behind the wheel, serious injury or death can easily be avoided. The most common cause of collision is driver error. The National Safety Council estimates that […]

Cars Have Become Safer Cars have gotten safer.  For example, electronic stability control (ECS) became mandatory on new cars in 2012. Since then, pickup truck deaths dropped dramatically. Small trucks had a 78 percent decrease in fatalities, and large trucks had a 63 percent drop. Carmakers also installed more airbags and strengthened the roofs of […]

Summer Road Trip Safety Tips Ahhh… Summer! Summer is the favorite season for many. Summer brings relaxation and travel. Not packing correctly or checking for safety increases the chances of breakdowns and car accidents on long road trips. As a result, motor vehicle crashes increase during the summer. If you have an accident, contact Bell […]

Getting Into Car Accidents While Working If you are involved in a car crash while on the job you may be entitled to pursue various claims.  First, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.  The Workers’ Compensation Act is a no-fault Act which basically means you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits regardless of who […]