Category: Car Accidents
Category: Car Accidents
How Medical Records Impact Your Colorado Car Accident Settlement
- June 9, 2026
- Car Accidents
The most important factor in determining the value of your car accident claim is the nature and extent of the injuries you sustained in that accident. Your medical records document the injuries and tell a story. Your attorney will use your medical records to support your claim and recover the maximum amount available for you. (Delete–Providing evidence to back up your car accident claim in Colorado is one of the most important steps in securing a fair settlement offer[ ... ]
How Fault Is Determined in Colorado Car Accidents (And Why It Matters for Your Claim)
- May 9, 2026
- Car Accidents
Proving car accident fault in Colorado is one of the most critical parts of filing a claim and getting compensation after a Colorado accident. However, this is easier said than done since proving who is at fault in a car accident isn't always as straightforward as it may seem. At The Law Offices of Edward Smith LLC, our collective years of experience handling car accident cases in Colorado have eq[ ... ]
Main Street and Hover Road: Longmont’s Most Dangerous Intersections for Car Accidents
- December 5, 2025
- Car Accidents
The intersections of Main Street (US-287) and Hover Street where they cross the fast-moving Ken Pratt Boulevard (CO-119) are statistically the most hazardous spots in Longmont. According to data from Longmont's traffic engineers, the intersection at Main Street and Ken Pratt Boulevard sees more crashes than any other in the city, with over 290 incidents in a recent five-year period—a risk a[ ... ]
Understanding Colorado’s Three-Year Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims
- December 3, 2025
- Car Accidents
Under Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) § 13-80-101(1)(n), you generally have three years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit for bodily injury or property damage, a deadline a Longmont car accident lawyer can help you track and protect. This specific timeline for motor vehicle cases is an important distinction from the standard two-year limit for most other personal injury claims, like a slip and fal[ ... ]
When To Hire An Car Accident Attorney In Boulder?
- January 28, 2023
- Car Accidents
If you’ve been injured in an car accident, you may be wondering when to hire an accident attorney in Boulder. The answer is simple: as soon as possible. The sooner you hire an attorney, the better your chances of getting the compensation you deserve. An experienced accident attorney can help you navigate the legal system and ensure that your rights are protected. They can also help you understand the complexities of personal injury law and make sure that all paperw[ ... ]
How Soon After an Accident Should You Call a Lawyer?
- March 22, 2022
- 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.[ ... ]
Is Colorado a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?
- March 20, 2022
- 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[ ... ]
What Is My Car Accident Case Worth?
- March 18, 2022
- 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[ ... ]
The Aftermath: What to Expect After a Car Accident
- March 15, 2022
- 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[ ... ]
Colorado Distracted Driving
- March 14, 2022
- Car Accidents
If there’s one phrase that every student driver has heard without fail, it’s simply this: “Keep your eyes on the road!” In the U.S., this basic but crucial rule has been so deeply ingrained into our minds you’d think we would have no trouble following it in our daily lives. And yet, somewhere between Driver’s Ed and everyday adult life, we lose sight of the golden rule and sta[ ... ]