You might be surprised to learn two vital facts about Colorado pedestrian accidents. They are not always the fault of the driver, and the law does not always favor the pedestrian. When an accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian occurs, most people naturally believe the driver caused the crash. They assume that pedestrians would always be on the lookout for traffic. Unfortunately, this belief causes some injured drivers to refrain from seeking adequate compensation following such accidents. Pedestrians always…
People drive around in the vehicles while largely ignoring the amount of risk involved. Although the vast majority of trips in motor vehicles end uneventfully, they occasionally result in catastrophic issues. A motor vehicle collision could result in total damage to your vehicle, leaving you without transportation. More worrisome is the possibility that you could get into a wreck that leaves you with long-term injuries. A spiral fracture to the femur, a cervical spinal injury or a traumatic brain injury…
The divorce procedure can often be trying for all parties involved. Frequently, issues such as child custody, property division and business ownership may be highly contentious. Occasionally, the pressure of divorce proceedings may lead to some big mistakes. Outlined below are three common mistakes to look out for in divorce proceedings. Attempting to hide assets or earnings Frequently, a spouse may be under the impression that hiding assets or earnings may be of financial benefit. However, Colorado marital property laws require…
When someone you love is killed or dies unexpectedly, you may be thrown into a whirlwind of emotions. You might not be sure what to do to minimize your own personal pain or what to do to handle their death. At the time of someone’s death, their family is often busy planning a funeral, handling their estate and taking care of their final wishes. The last thing most people want to do is to sit in a court room or…
If you do not believe that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a problem in Denver, two recent DUI crashes might change your mind. In both incidents, the drivers believed responsible for the accidents were driving in the wrong direction. Wrong-way car accidents often result in head-on collisions, which often result in devastating injuries. Victims may suffer spinal cord damage or severe head trauma in wrong-way crashes. Crash occurred on Interstate 25 in Denver The first wrong-way…