Is the Rear Driver Always at Fault for a Rear-End Accident in Colorado?

Is the rear driver always at-fault in car accidents

Rear-end accidents are a common occurrence, especially at intersections, construction zones, and on the congested highways of Colorado. Most rear-end accidents result in minor damages, with little to no injuries. Unfortunately, rear-end accidents can also result in severe injury. After a rear-end accident, it’s generally assumed that the driver in the rear caused the accident,…

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What to Do After a Rental Car Accident in Colorado

Rental car accidents

Dealing with a rental car accident is one of the last things you want to worry about, whether your own car is currently indisposed or on vacation. However, driving a car that’s not yours and navigating unfamiliar roads can contribute to a car accident. A car accident with a rental car versus your own car…

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Important Things to Understand About Garbage Truck Accidents

All about garbage truck accidents

Garbage trucks work to keep communities clean and functioning. However, these trucks are larger, heavier commercial vehicles that pose an inherent danger to smaller passenger vehicles. The danger is exacerbated when operators of these trucks do not drive carefully and cause accidents with other vehicles on the road. Garbage truck accidents can cause serious and…

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Common Garbage Truck Accident Injuries

Common garbage truck accident injuries

Garbage trucks are an essential part of the community that provides much-needed services to keep the community clean. Unfortunately, garbage trucks can cause significant damage when involved in accidents because of their size and weight. Their heavy loads also increase the risk of severe damage because their cargo may spill, resulting in even more damage.…

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What Are “Miss and Run” Accidents in Colorado?

Miss-and-Run accidents in Colorado

Nearly everyone is familiar with a hit-and-run, even if they haven’t experienced such an accident themselves. It’s a frustrating incident that makes getting compensation even more complicated than it already is because the other driver left the scene, making it challenging to track them down to hold them liable. While hit-and-runs are complicated accidents, another…

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Little Known Colorado Traffic Laws and How They Can Impact a Car Accident Claim

Colorado laws that can affect car accident claims

Most Colorado drivers know traffic laws about speeding, running stops signs, and other common traffic laws. However, there are some relatively obscure traffic laws that they may not be aware of and could potentially be breaking the law without intent. Unfortunately, ignorance of the law does not qualify as a defense and can negatively impact…

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How to Prove Driver Negligence in a Colorado Accident  

Prove driver negligence in Colorado

If you’re involved in an accident caused by another person’s reckless or thoughtless actions, you can recover monetary compensation through a Colorado personal injury lawsuit or insurance claim. However, the right to file doesn’t mean you will automatically receive compensation. Before receiving compensation, you must first prove that the other party was negligent.  What Is…

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10 Dangerous Habits of Aggressive Drivers in Colorado

Aggressive driver sitting in traffic

Many drivers in Colorado can recall when they have encountered aggressive driving behaviors on the road. Whether this driver failed to yield or rode around recklessly with no regard for the safety of others, driving aggressively is very dangerous and often leads to trouble on the road. Colorado troopers responded to 268 fatal crashes on…

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What Are Colorado’s Seatbelt Laws?

Man adjusting seatbelt in car

Seatbelts are essential for protecting passengers from injuries in an accident, and Colorado requires all drivers, front-seat passengers, and children to utilize them. However, seatbelts do not entirely protect a driver or passenger from harm. If you have suffered injuries from an accident where another driver is at fault, you may still recover compensation for…

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

Three way car collision

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…

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