Drunk drivers take their own lives in their hands when they get behind the wheel. They also put other people at risk. If your family has recently lost a loved one because of a drunk driver, your finances have likely suffered. Not only do you have to replace a vehicle and pay for a funeral, but you also have to worry about the loss of your loved one’s income. A wrongful death claim allows surviving family members the right to…
The decision to end a once-loving relationship can be devastating, and most divorcing partners want to make the process as easy as possible. Most divorces end in a settlement, as statistics show fewer than 10% actually go to trial. It is not advisable to take your soon-to-be-ex to court as a way to get back at them, even if they were unfaithful or dishonest. Still, litigation may make sense, in some cases, when your spouse refuses to cooperate over custody…
Denver, CO, April 29, 2021- Ciancio Ciancio Brown, P.C. civil and criminal trial attorney, Tim Tarr, has accepted a position on LYRIC’s (Learn Your Rights in the Community) Board of Directors. This appointment is as important to CCB as it is to Mr. Tarr because it exemplifies an attorney’s professional commitment to community involvement, legal education, and mentorship. Mr. Tarr joins a diverse group of legal professionals as a board member. His responsibilities will include continued support of the Fundraising…
Dram shop laws often hold bars, liquor stores, and restaurants potentially liable for injuries and deaths caused by the alcohol they sell or serve. Social liability laws allow injured victims to sue private party hosts who serve alcohol to individuals who cause crashes. At least 30 states have dram shop laws on the books. Colorado is one of them. These laws might allow you to recover additional compensation if you suffered injuries in a drunk driving crash. How Colorado’s dram…
It’s a horrible feeling to see someone’s vehicle heading your way and realizing that you’ll be hit. You may not have time to move out of the way, even if you have a few seconds where you can see their vehicle coming. Bracing yourself for the worst is a good idea, but remember to take in as much of the scene as you can, so you can remember why that driver hit you. Many drivers today get distracted and aren’t…
