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Who Is Liable for a 3-Way Car Crash in Colorado?

March 8, 2022

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 chain-reaction collision, a Colorado car accident lawyer…

Understanding Pedestrian Crosswalk Laws In Colorado

February 22, 2022

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 to understand pedestrian crosswalk laws in Colorado.…

Can You File an Accident Claim with No Police Report in Colorado?

February 17, 2022

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 or in a minor accident. In that…

Who is Liable for a Broken Sidewalk Accident in Colorado?

February 11, 2022

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 for installing and maintaining sidewalks within the…

What to Know About Sharing Medical Records with Insurance Companies in Colorado

February 3, 2022

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 document their recovery in their record. In…

Can a Person’s Insurance Carrier Increase Their Rates If They Make a MedPay/UM/UIM Claim?

January 30, 2022

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), and Underinsured Motorist (UIM) that can cover…

Will My Car Insurance Rate Increase if I Use Med-Pay in Colorado?

January 2, 2022

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. Medical payments coverage (Med-Pay) provides reasonable medical…

Understanding the 4 Types of Disability in a Worker’s Comp Case

December 1, 2021

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 different kinds of disability benefits you can…

Understanding “Loss of Enjoyment” in a Colorado Personal Injury Case 

November 10, 2021

In a personal injury case, “loss of enjoyment” is a subjective measure that can be used to quantify certain damages that a victim has sustained. For example, if an individual suffers a head injury and cannot enjoy many of their favorite activities, they may be able to sue for the decrease in enjoyment they have…

Can I See My Own Doctor for a Work Injury in Colorado?

November 5, 2021

If you experience a work injury, like a slip and fall, Colorado law requires you to report the accident to your employer. Colorado law allows you to see any doctor for treatment of a work injury; however, some guidelines might impact your decision. Below, you will find some things worth knowing about which doctors can…