Denver Personal Injury Blog
Avoiding Summer Auto Accidents in Denver, CO
Summer is almost upon us. We’ve just finished honoring those who have sacrificed their lives protecting our freedom during Memorial Day weekend, and before you know it we’ll be celebrating the Fourth of July. An increase in summer celebration often results in an increase in dangerous drivers on the roads. You might be responsible when […]
Read moreCompensatory Versus Punitive Damages
“Pain and suffering,” “emotional distress” and “bodily injury” are just some of the familiar references you might hear in a legal discussion surrounding a personal injury lawsuit. These damages fall within one of the two classifications of recovery Colorado recognizes, which are “compensatory” and “punitive.” It’s important to understand the differences between these damages to […]
Read moreHandling Auto Accidents Efficiently
An auto accident can be scary, even if it’s a just minor bump. The last thing you want to deal with after that is more conflict and litigation, but it may be necessary. Ensure that you have all the information possible to provide to your attorney, whether you are dealing with an insurance company or […]
Read moreThe Unique Road Dangers of Trucks
Every driver at one point or another has driven near a commercial truck on the road and felt the sudden urge to be alert and cautious. The sheer size of a commercial truck, which can legally weigh as much as 85,000 pounds in Colorado, dwarfs just about every other vehicle with which it shares the […]
Read moreHit-and-Run Accidents Cause More Harm Than Sustained Injuries
Sometimes people do the right thing; sometimes they don’t. Aside from the physical and emotional injuries sustained in an auto accident, if an at-fault driver flees the scene, the victim is left to wonder whether he or she will ever receive recompense. Auto insurance may cover the damages if the appropriate rider is attached to […]
Read moreTestosterone Therapy Ligation on the Rise
Low testosterone therapy is becoming more and more popular, with the industry now worth an estimated $2 billion as reported by Fox News. The promise of relief from symptoms related to low testosterone, such as fatigue, loss of sex drive and weight gain, has naturally attracted men who are suffering in varying degrees or looking […]
Read morePedestrian Right of Way: Know Your Rights and Rules
When it’s human versus vehicle, the vehicle usually wins. With an automobile’s ability to gain speed and the sheer weight of its metal and fiberglass, it is no surprise that a pedestrian who is hit by a car or truck often suffers the more serious consequences. Colorado, as with other states, has its fair share […]
Read moreBicycle Danger Zones: What You Need to Know
Even trained and experienced bicyclists can get into trouble when it comes to other vehicles on the road. Professional cyclist Taylor Phinney from Boulder, Colorado, was injured in May during the US Cycling Championship in Tennessee. Now back home, Phinney was injured when he lost control of his bike after a motorcyclist acting as referee […]
Read moreSo, You’ve Been in a Bike Accident… Here’s what to Do
Bike accidents are common all over the United States, even in Colorado where it is popular to bike ride against the state’s scenic landscapes to enjoy its majestic beauty. In fact, Denver was in the midst of all-time record high for bike accidents in 2012 with over 200 reported by mid-year. In August of 2013, […]
Read moreMotorcycles and Colorado Roads: The Startling Danger
On April 30, 2012, 20-year Navy veteran Greg Edwards was struck by a van when its driver ran a red light at the intersection of Cliff and Chambers in Denver. Edwards was thrown from his motorcycle upon impact, breaking his leg and sustaining other injuries. Two years later, Edwards was given the tragic news that […]
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