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Summer Road Trip Safety: Preventing Car Accidents During Peak Travel Season

July 29, 2025

Summer brings the promise of family vacations, weekend getaways, and cross-country adventures that create lasting memories. However, the increased traffic volume during peak travel season also brings heightened risks for serious car accidents. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, highways across Colorado and beyond see their heaviest traffic loads, with millions of families hitting the…

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Why You Shouldn’t Rely Solely on Insurance Adjusters for Your Injury Claim

July 21, 2025

After an accident that results in injuries, insurance adjusters often become the primary point of contact for discussing your claim and potential compensation. These professionals may seem helpful and concerned about your well-being, but it’s important to understand that adjusters work for insurance companies whose primary goal is to minimize claim payouts and protect their…

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How a Lawyer Can Help Even If You Don’t Plan to Sue

July 17, 2025

Many people believe that hiring a lawyer after an accident automatically means filing a lawsuit and going to court, but this assumption prevents countless injury victims from getting the legal help they need. The reality is that most personal injury cases never see the inside of a courtroom, and experienced attorneys provide valuable services that…

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Can You Be Compensated for Your Pain Even If It Can’t Be Medically Proven?

July 14, 2025

Personal injury cases often involve more than just broken bones, visible wounds, or conditions that appear clearly on medical imaging. Many accident victims experience real, debilitating pain that significantly impacts their daily lives, yet this pain may not show up on X-rays, MRIs, or other diagnostic tests. This situation raises an important question for injury…

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How Traffic Citations Influence Personal Injury Lawsuits in Colorado

July 10, 2025

When police officers respond to motor vehicle accidents, they often issue traffic citations to drivers who violated traffic laws that contributed to the crash. These citations can have a significant impact on personal injury lawsuits that arise from the same accidents, as they provide official documentation of traffic violations and may influence how courts and…

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Understanding the ‘Eggshell Plaintiff’ Doctrine in Colorado Personal Injury Law

July 7, 2025

The “eggshell plaintiff” doctrine represents one of the most important principles in personal injury law, yet many accident victims remain unfamiliar with this legal concept that can significantly impact their compensation. This doctrine holds that defendants must take plaintiffs as they find them, meaning that if you have pre-existing conditions or vulnerabilities that make you…

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The Negative Impact of Signing a Settlement Too Soon After an Accident

July 3, 2025

The period immediately following an accident can be overwhelming, with mounting medical bills, missed work, and insurance adjusters pressuring you to accept quick settlement offers. While these early offers may seem appealing when you’re facing financial stress and uncertainty, accepting settlements too soon after accidents often results in inadequate compensation that fails to cover your…

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The Role of Surveillance Footage in Proving Slip and Fall Claims

July 3, 2025

Slip and fall accidents can happen in seconds, leaving victims with serious injuries and limited ability to explain exactly how their accident occurred. When these accidents result from dangerous conditions on someone else’s property, video surveillance footage often provides the most compelling evidence available to prove liability and secure fair compensation. In today’s world, where…

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RTD Bus Accidents in Denver: What Passengers Need to Know About Their Rights

June 24, 2025

Injured on Public Transit? Understanding Your Rights After an RTD Accident Being involved in an RTD bus accident can turn your life upside down in an instant. One moment, you’re commuting to work or running errands; the next, you’re dealing with injuries, medical bills, and the confusion of navigating a complex claims process. In 2025,…

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What is the Statute of Limitations on a Truck Accident in Denver?

June 21, 2025

  When you’ve been involved in a truck accident in Denver, time is of the essence. The clock starts ticking from the moment of impact, and understanding the statute of limitations is crucial for protecting your rights. Let’s dive into what you need to know about the time limits for filing a truck accident claim…

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