Why do drunk driving laws exist? Three of the main reasons are to keep roadways safer, to punish those who disregard the safety of others and to deter people from driving under the influence. Deterrence is one of the top perceived benefits of drunk driving laws, but many past offenders continue to drive while incapacitated. In 2015, a motorist under the influence of alcohol lost control of his car and collided head-on with another vehicle in Arapahoe County. The driver…

If you have lost a loved one to a drowsy driver, then you know how serious this issue is. Drowsy driving takes around 1,500 lives annually. Did you know that a shocking 40% of drivers have admitted to falling asleep while driving at least once in their lives? Thinking about that fact, it’s reasonable to assume that many unnecessary accidents occur just because a driver hasn’t gotten enough sleep, has a medical condition impacting their alertness or is drowsy for…

Almost everyone will readily agree that drunk driving is a dangerous practice. The sad truth is that some people think that they have enough skill or experience with drinking and driving to think that they can do it safely. Others just assume that they can avoid enforcement efforts. Impaired drivers on the Colorado roads cause a lot of increased risk for the community as a whole. Drunk drivers are dangerous not only because they drive while impaired but also because…

For many divorcing couples, selling the family home and splitting the equity is the best choice. It can be nearly impossible for one person to afford to take over the mortgage and handle the property taxes, neighborhood association fees, maintenance costs and other expenses. One question you have to answer, however, is whether you should sell before or after the divorce is final. Selling your home before the divorce is final There are some advantages to doing this. For example,…

Children of divorce are more likely to deal with certain problems than children who live in stable families. Some of the problems that you may see arise include behavior issues, poor academic performance and sudden risk-taking behaviors. As a parent, seeing these changes can be scary, frustrating and upsetting. Fortunately, you can help your child by addressing their concerns and making sure they know that you are there for them. Here are a few things to consider about the three…