Important Things to Understand About Garbage Truck Accidents
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Garbage trucks work to keep communities clean and functioning. However, these trucks are larger, heavier commercial vehicles that pose an inherent danger to smaller passenger vehicles. The danger is exacerbated when operators of these trucks do not drive carefully and cause accidents with other vehicles on the road.…
Read MoreWhat Are “Miss and Run” Accidents in Colorado?
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Nearly everyone is familiar with a hit-and-run, even if they haven’t experienced such an accident themselves. It’s a frustrating incident that makes getting compensation even more complicated than it already is because the other driver left the scene, making it challenging to track them down to hold them…
Read MoreWho Is Liable for a 3-Way Car Crash in Colorado?
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. A 3-way car crash can be scary and stressful for anyone involved. When a multi-car collision occurs, it may be tricky to prove who is at fault and what factors are used to determine who is responsible for the crash. Whether you were rear-ended or stuck in a…
Read MoreUnderstanding Pedestrian Crosswalk Laws In Colorado
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Accidents with pedestrians can occur anytime, especially in busy cities and roadways throughout the United States. Colorado is no exception to this, as there has been an 89% increase in pedestrian deaths over a ten-year analysis. With many unfortunate accidents occurring between pedestrians and drivers, it is essential…
Read MoreCan You File an Accident Claim with No Police Report in Colorado?
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. People may think that reporting an accident is unnecessary, but a police report can be beneficial when filing for personal injury and an auto accident claim. At times, minor accidents and incidents occur without contacting law enforcement or filing a police report. Suppose your car was hardly damaged…
Read MoreWho is Liable for a Broken Sidewalk Accident in Colorado?
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. When hazardous or damaged walkways, such as a cracked sidewalk, cause people to slip and fall or suffer injuries due to it not being maintained, it is understandable to wonder who is responsible for these accidents that occur. In Colorado, cities like Denver have held property owners accountable…
Read MoreWhat to Know About Sharing Medical Records with Insurance Companies in Colorado
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Each time you go to your doctor’s office and consult with your physician, your encounters are recorded and stored in your personal medical record. After any accident, whether in a car collision or slip and fall accident, injured individuals often visit their doctor to treat their injuries and…
Read MoreCan a Person’s Insurance Carrier Increase Their Rates If They Make a MedPay/UM/UIM Claim?
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Getting into a car accident is a jarring and stressful experience. An accident can be even more challenging to deal with if the other driver is uninsured or if you were at fault for the accident. Fortunately, Colorado has insurance coverage options such as MedPay, Uninsured Motorist (UM),…
Read MoreWill My Car Insurance Rate Increase if I Use Med-Pay in Colorado?
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. After a car accident where you’ve sustained injuries, the priority is your health. Once you are stabilized and recovering from any injuries, you can focus on paying for the medical expenses related to your accident. In most cases, some form of insurance will pay for the medical bills.…
Read MoreUnderstanding the 4 Types of Disability in a Worker’s Comp Case
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. In Colorado, workers’ compensation provides essential financial relief and coverage for medical bills related to injuries that happened on the job. In addition to providing compensation for medical care and expenses, workers’ compensation provides additional benefits to individuals who become disabled due to their injury. There are four…
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