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Can I File a Slip and Fall Lawsuit If I Slip on Ice at a Place of Business?
Slip and fall cases in Colorado are complicated. Anyone injured on the premises of a place of business can potentially pursue a personal injury claim against the business owner. Under existing Colorado laws, companies have premises liability to almost everyone, whether they are a small business or a big chain store. If a person slips and falls in a Colorado place of business, how do they[ ... ]
3 Safety Tips for Driving in the Snow in Colorado
- March 23, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Safety
Winter weather accounts for over 1,300 fatalities and over 100,000 injuries in the U.S. annually. Conditions can be so severe that they often catch drivers off-guard. While the snowy or icy roads in Colorado are contributing factors in auto accidents, drivers can also take precautions to avoid getting involved in an accident or hit by another car. If you are in an [ ... ]
How Soon After an Accident Should You Call a Lawyer?
- March 22, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Accidents Car Accidents
Driving is a privilege many of us utilize every day of our lives, and Colorado is one of the most beautiful states to drive, whether you’re commuting to the office or headed out for an adventure in the mountains. This state now has over 4.1 million licensed drivers, which can make for crowded roadways and also increases the chances of accidents. In 2018 alone, Colorado had an average of 334 car accidents per day.[ ... ]
Motorcycle Hit by Car – Motorcycle Accidents in Colorado
- March 21, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Motorcycle Accidents
Despite making up a relatively small percentage of total vehicles on Colorado roads, motorcycle accidents have a much higher rate of serious injury and fatalities. A traffic collision involving a motorcycle being hit by a car can have devastating results. Regardless of the cause of the accident, you deserve fair treatment. If you are a Colorado motorcyclist, you may be surprised to find out that a motorcycle-related accident is often not treate[ ... ]
Is Colorado a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?
- March 20, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Car Accidents Laws
To get the main question out of the way, no, Colorado is no longer a no-fault state when it comes to car accidents. Colorado switched to a tort system several years ago. This system means that a person injured in a car accident can no longer receive personal injury protection (PIP) benefits from their own insurance policy. PIP allowed anyone injured in a car accident to file a claim for medical bills and lost wag[ ... ]
Legal Tips on Filing a Motorcycle Accident Claim
- March 19, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Motorcycle Accidents
One thing that millions of Americans can agree on is that motorcycles bring the freedom that can’t be found in a car, SUV, or truck. But with the freedom of a motorcycle also comes the risk. Usually due to the distraction of other drivers, those who operate motorcycles are more likely to be in a fatal or injury-inducing accident than other drivers. This means that motorcyclists need to be knowledgeable on the steps they need to follow after a[ ... ]
What Is My Car Accident Case Worth?
- March 18, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Car Accidents
After being in an auto accident — and once your immediate medical needs are met — the big question you start to ask yourself is simply this: What’s my car accident case worth? You know that your insurance company is supposed to cover you. After all, you pay a premium each month to ensure they do exactly that. But what you may not realize is how pains[ ... ]
Winter Driving Tips
- March 17, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Safety
If you live in Colorado, you already know how slippery the roads can get and how poor the visibility can become during winter. Still, these dangers can begin to feel so commonplace that locals like us take them for granted. When that happens, we may suddenly find ourselves on the wrong end of an icy car accident, eagerly awaiting an ambulance that, any other time of year, would have arrived already.[ ... ]
Truck Drivers and Causing Accidents: Drinking and Driving
- March 16, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Truck Accidents
Statistics say that approximately 3.5 people are truck drivers, and have this listed as their main source of employment. Every day on our commutes, we scoot by big rigs in our sedans and SUVs. They’re quite intimidating by nature, but inherently harmless. However, with long hours spent on the road, some truck drivers can cause problems on highways such as drunk-driving accidents. The law says that a driver cannot have a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of more than .08%[ ... ]
The Aftermath: What to Expect After a Car Accident
- March 15, 2022
- By Attorney Edward Smith
- Car Accidents
About 1 in every 77 people are likely to get in a car accident. Many people agree that flying in an airplane is less risky than getting in a car. These wrecks accounted for less than 2.6 million deaths in the US in 2014. With technology such as self-driving cars, this number is decreasing. However, it’s a scary reality that many of us have to face. Hopefully, you never have to experience a car accident first-hand, but here’s what you can ex[ ... ]
