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Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. As the snow melts and the days grow longer, cyclists across Colorado eagerly return to the roads and trails. Spring is one of the most popular seasons for riding, and it is easy to see why: the scenery is stunning, the weather is refreshing, and the cycling culture…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Colorado’s vast network of public lands, national forests, and designated off-highway vehicle trails draws thousands of ATV riders every year. The terrain is breathtaking, but it can also be unforgiving. When an ATV accident occurs on public land, the aftermath can involve serious injuries, complex liability questions, and…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Every parent sends their child off to school, trusting that the bus ride will be safe. When a school bus accident happens, that trust is shattered in an instant, and families are left scrambling to understand what happened, who is responsible, and how to protect their child’s future.…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Parking lots can seem low-risk, but they are the site of countless collisions, pedestrian injuries, and property-damage claims every year. Speeds are low, but so is attention, and that combination leads to real harm. When a collision happens in a parking lot, figuring out who is responsible is…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. After a serious accident, you count on your insurance company to hold up its end of the deal. You’ve paid your premiums, you’ve followed the rules, and now you need help. But what happens when the insurer delays your claim without explanation, offers you far less than your…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. When a Split Second Changes Everything: Understanding Your Rights After a Colorado Car Accident You were following your usual route home through Lakewood, perhaps along West Colfax Avenue, when suddenly everything changed. The screech of tires, the jarring impact, the confusion that follows – car accidents transform ordinary…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Your Rights After a Semi-Truck Accident When You Share Some Blame Being partially at fault in a semi-truck accident doesn’t mean you lose your right to compensation – Colorado’s comparative negligence law protects your ability to recover damages even when you share some responsibility for the crash. The…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. The 50% Rule: When Your Recovery Hangs in the Balance Picture this: you’re driving through Colorado when another driver runs a red light, but you were slightly exceeding the speed limit. The insurance company claims you’re 50% responsible for the accident. Does this mean you’ve lost your right…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Colorado Motorcycle Deaths Surge 23% as Lakewood Traffic Fatalities Rise The alarming rise in motorcycle fatalities across Colorado reached a critical point in 2024, with 162 riders losing their lives—a staggering 23% increase from the previous year. Lakewood experienced its share of tragedy with 21 traffic deaths, marking…
Legally Reviewed by Eric C. Staton, Esq. Colorado Roads Are Getting Safer, But Bus Accidents Still Pose Serious Risks Colorado traffic fatalities have dropped 21% compared to this time last year, marking a significant improvement in road safety across the state. This encouraging trend brings renewed attention to how traffic safety data influences bus accident…