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What Protection Is There for Uber and Lyft Drivers When It Comes To Vehicular Accidents?

February 28, 2023 January 22, 2023 / Auto Accident, Uber And Lyft Motor Vehicle Accidents

Many individuals love the idea of working on their own schedule, which has resulted in a boom in the rideshare industry. With services such as Uber and Lyft, drivers can decide when they want to work and help out in the community by providing transportation to those who need it. However, when one starts driving …

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3 Ways Bar Owners And Bartenders Can Help Reduce Drunk Driving Accidents

July 30, 2022 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident, Personal Injury

image of drunk man talking car keys and his friend stopping him

Bartenders and bar owners play a critical role in preventing drunk driving accidents. They are in a unique position to help people make responsible choices about drinking and driving. Here are 3 ways they can help reduce drunk driving accidents: Educate yourself and your staff about the risks of drunk driving. Reducing drunk driving accidents …

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Drunk and Erratic Driving on the Rise in Colorado

April 13, 2022 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident

Drunk young man driving a car with a bottle of beer

It’s no secret that drunk and reckless drivers pose a deadly threat to everyone on the road. However, it may come as a surprise that our communities are more at risk than in years past. In 2021, 253 people died in accidents involving impaired drivers. That number represents a 20-year high for the state of …

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How Many Deaths Are Caused By Cars Each Year?

March 25, 2022 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident, Wrongful Death

Reflective red triangle to point out a car crash

It is not unusual for traffic collisions to have devastating and even deadly outcomes. But recently released statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shed light on the alarming frequency at which these tragedies occur. In 2020, 38,824 lives were lost in motor vehicle accidents nationwide. That is the highest recorded number of road …

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What Is the Average Settlement for a Drunk Driving Accident?

March 16, 2022 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident, Wrongful Death

A drunk driving accident can turn a life upside down in an instant. It could cause a person to suffer serious injuries that make it difficult to perform daily tasks. It could result in lasting fear, anxiety, or sleep loss. It could even take someone’s beloved family member away from them. Those are just some …

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3 Ways To Prove That a Car Accident Caused Your Back Injury

February 15, 2022 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident

Back injuries are among the top car accident injuries. Individuals who hurt their backs in crashes tend to think the insurance company will pay for their medical bills and other damages. Unfortunately, they are often surprised when it turns into an uphill battle for fair compensation. Insurance companies will do whatever they can to avoid …

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Do Passenger Vehicles Need Chains in Colorado?

December 9, 2021 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident

Woman putting winter tire chains on car wheel snow

Snow is in the forecast, and that means many people are planning their next trip to the slopes. Unfortunately, driving in winter conditions without the required equipment can lead to a car accident. That’s why we have passenger vehicle traction and chain laws on our mountain roads. Passenger Vehicle Traction and Chain Laws Passenger vehicle …

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Useful Tips for Pedestrian Safety Month

October 28, 2021 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident, Pedestrian Accident, Personal Injury

Pedestrians cross a crosswalk at sunset on a busy urban street with traffic behind them

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. It’s a fitting month to recognize the hazards faced by pedestrians across the country. After all, the days have gotten shorter and therefore many pedestrians find themselves walking in the near-dark or dark; and, tragically, the Halloween celebration at the end of the month has traditionally seen a spike …

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Questions to Ask Your Personal Injury Lawyer

August 23, 2021 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident, Personal Injury

Hiring a personal injury lawyer can make it easier to get the justice and compensation you deserve. However, the success of your claim depends on who you decide to work with. Ask a few questions during your initial consultation to learn if the lawyer is a good fit. Questions About Experience and Background There are …

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Common Myths About Bicycle Accidents

August 10, 2021 October 26, 2022 / Auto Accident

It can be difficult to navigate the aftermath of a serious bicycle accident. To make things worse, there is no shortage of harmful myths about bicycle laws, fault, and compensation. If you believe any of them, you may accidentally hurt your ability to get the money you deserve. Here are a few common beliefs about …

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