We rarely spare a moment’s concern when stepping into a vehicle to go to work, school, or any one of the countless errands and activities for which we drive daily. Yet, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated about 29,135 people did not make it to their destinations in 2024 but instead were fatally injured in traffic accidents. This includes a significant percentage of traffic fatalities in Colorado. Colorado’s Early 2024 Car Accident Numbers With challenging mountain roads, busy…

The sudden death of a loved one always feels wrong, especially when the death is caused by someone else’s wrongful actions or negligence. In these cases, close surviving family members may file a wrongful death lawsuit against the at-fault party to recover compensation for the economic losses caused by the death plus compensation for grief and anguish. While sometimes these lawsuits are justified, it’s not uncommon for grief-stricken family members facing financial hardship to look for someone to blame. For…

Colorado’s criminal justice system has tough laws and penalties for drunk drivers, but the law focuses on punishing the wrongdoer and deterring further wrongdoing rather than compensating the injured victim or their family. Colorado’s civil courts provide legal means for injury victims or the families of those deceased due to the actions of a drunk driver to recover compensation for damages like medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In addition to filing a compensation claim through the auto…

Burns are among the most painful, debilitating, and disfiguring injuries an individual can suffer. Even relatively minor burns cause severe pain, but serious burn injuries like second, third, and fourth-degree burns can cause permanent physical and emotional trauma, especially if they cover a significant portion of the burn victim’s body or leave substantial scars and disfigurement on their face. The trauma is even more devastating when someone else’s actions cause the burns. Serious burns can occur in car accidents, explosions,…

Key Takeaways: Only 12% of married Americans reported no stress when asked about their typical holiday season experience, while 88% reported an increased level of stress.  Managing family dynamics and obligations was the top holiday stressor reported by married Americans (45%). 59% compare their relationship to others during the holidays, with 22% feeling negatively impacted. 14% of married Americans find themselves questioning the future of their relationship more during the holiday season.  Couples who regularly skip gift exchanges were least…