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Unfortunately, car accidents remain a serious risk in our state. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reports that more than 120,000 collisions occur every year. Being involved in one of these crashes can affect your life in many different ways, including taking away your mode of transportation. The good news is that if you were… Continue
If you were involved in a serious crash in Colorado, state or local police officers should be called to the scene of the accident. These officers are tasked with writing a report regarding your crash. You have a legal right to get a copy of this report.
In recent years, the Colorado Legislature has passed a variety of laws aimed at cutting down on the number of traffic accidents caused by distracted driving and cell phone. A driver’s decision to text or otherwise use a cell phone while driving can have devastating consequences for others on the road.
In Colorado, dog bite victims can collect compensation for their injuries by filing one of three types of claims: negligence, negligence per se, or strict liability.
In Colorado, those whose loved ones lose their lives in accidents caused by someone else’s negligent or wrongful act can collect compensation on the victim’s behalf by filing a wrongful death claim in court.
Colorado is a fault state, which means that whoever was at fault in causing a car accident will be required to compensate any injured parties for medical expenses and vehicle repair. In most cases, these kinds of claims are handled by the parties’ insurers. However, determining fault and apportioning responsibility can take a substantial amount… Continue
When a person is injured because of someone else’s negligence, he or she may be eligible to receive compensation for resulting injuries by filing a lawsuit in court. This allows many injured parties to recover compensation for economic damages, such as medical expenses and lost wages. Some injured parties are also able to collect what… Continue
An insurance company’s failure to deal fairly and honestly with policyholders and injured third parties can have serious consequences for those who are attempting to pay for medical bills and property damage. Recognizing the important role of insurers, the Colorado Legislature passed a series of laws aimed at regulating how insurance companies handle claims. One… Continue
Insurance companies have a contractual duty to deal honestly and fairly with their clients. While many insurers take great pains to address the concerns of policyholders and abide by the terms of their contracts, others are not so scrupulous. In these cases, the insured may be able to file a bad faith claim against the… Continue
If you are injured because of the acts of another person and plan to sue, the first thing you need to consider is whether it is financially reasonable to do so.
Disclaimer: Information provided on this site is NOT formal legal advice. It is generic legal information. Under no circumstances should the information on this site be relied upon when deciding the proper course of a legal action. Always get a formal case evaluation from a licensed attorney if you think you might have a personal injury lawsuit.