Auto Accident
Car Dealers Don’t Have to Inquire into a Buyer’s Driving History
Have you ever wondered if you could recover for your damages and injuries from a car dealer that sold a car to a driver without a valid driver’s license? The Colorado Court of Appeals recently answered that question in the case of Beasley v. Best Car Buys, LTD. In that case the Plaintiff, Beasley, was…
Read MoreFATAL ACCIDENT TAKES JEFFERSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S LIFE
Colorado has already experienced a number of devastating winter storms and heavy snow during the end of 2014 and the beginning of 2015. On January 3, 2015, blizzard like conditions impacted the entire state of Colorado. Roads were shut down across the cross state, from US HWY 287 near the Oklahoma border, all the way…
Read MoreJohnson v. State Farm: Underinsured Motorist Coverage
The Colorado Court of Appeals recently decided the case of Johnson v. State Farm. That case involved State Farm’s denial of Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage to a named insured, Johnson. The Court of Appeals determined that State Farm had to provide UIM Coverage to Johnson. The facts of the case involved another State Farm insured,…
Read MoreVICTIM OF A HIT-AND-RUN, CAN YOU STILL RECOVER FOR YOUR DAMAGES?
Many motorists are at risk when they get behind the wheel and set out on the road with thousands of other drivers who are operating multi-ton, steel vehicles. Few pedestrians, however, ever consider the possibility of being hit by a car when they set foot on the pavement. As of recently, there has been a…
Read MoreLife Saving Legislation for Kids
Within the past few years across the nation there have been an increasing number of stories in the news about children being run over and killed by cars in their own driveways. A recent example occurred in Denver, Colorado, on May 8,2014. A three year old boy was pronounced dead at the scene after a…
Read MoreIs Distracted Driving really a problem?
Distractions occur whenever you take your eyes off of the road. There are many driver distractions such as visual, cognitive, and manual distractions which lead to auto accidents every day. Eyes off the road (visual) Mind off the road (cognitive) Hands off the steering wheel (manual) Driver distractions are the leading cause of most automobile…
Read MoreTips for Driving Safely this Summer
Summer is a season of adventure, filled with road trips, family vacations, and the joy of cruising under clear skies. However, with increasing amounts of cars on the road and ever-changing weather conditions, the risk of accidents can creep into those carefree plans. Staying safe while driving isn’t just about protecting yourself; it’s about ensuring…
Read MorePrevent Parking Lot Auto Accidents
Navigating a crowded parking lot can feel like its own adventure – the risks of distracted drivers, hidden pedestrians, and tight spaces can turn a quick errand into a stressful experience. Accidents in parking lots often happen when least expected, leaving drivers and pedestrians caught off guard, much like any car accident. By staying cautious…
Read MoreDenver police seek gray car in hit-and-run
Denver police Lt. Robert Rock said the mother of a 16-year-old girl critically injured in a hit-and-run collision Wednesday morning wanted him to urge the driver who was responsible to turn herself in. “This is a heavy weight to carry on your conscience,” he said to the woman driver through the media at an afternoon…
Read MoreTraffic diverted off Colfax as police investigate auto-ped accident
Denver Police diverted traffic from Colfax Avenue at Broadway as they investigated an accident involving a pedestrian. Colfax reopened about 5:15 p.m. Raquel Lopez, a spokeswoman for the department, said the accident happened just before 4 p.m. The victim was transported to a hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene.…
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