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Large Truck Accidents Require Skilled Legal Assistance
- October 2, 2015
- Truck Accidents
Large truck accidents are nothing like a typical car accident. In a car accident between two drivers, drivers exchange information, file a report and contact their insurance companies. Injuries sustained aren’t typically as severe. Large truck-passenger vehicle accidents are more complicated because of federal regulations and laws and determining liability. And, the injuries sustained are often more severe and possibly fatal. Large truck drivers have to follow federa[ ... ]
Texting and Driving Can Be Deadly
- August 17, 2015
- Vehicle Accidents
You might have some idea that texting while driving can be dangerous, but a recent study confirms that the two are an absolutely deadly combination. In a driving simulator while using their MP3 players and sending text messages, twenty-one teens drove out of their lanes, ran over pedestrians and slowed down unnecessarily while being behind the wheel. This study was presented to the Pediatric Academic Societies in May just this year. The study was conducted usin[ ... ]
What Information Is Needed For An Auto Accident Report?
- August 10, 2015
- Vehicle Accidents
You just had an auto accident. You are shaken up and unable to focus on any one thing. Experiencing trauma like this can make it difficult for anyone to concentrate on what to do next. That said, the first thing you should do is call the police and the paramedics, if needed. Once the police enter the scene, they are evaluating everything they can with their eyes. Their investigation of the incident will include asking questions and gathering all other pertinent informa[ ... ]
What is the “Modified Comparative Fault Rule?” How Does it Affect My Case?
- June 22, 2015
- Vehicle Accidents
The right to collect compensation for wrongs suffered due to the negligence of others is a basic protection guaranteed in every U.S. state. The basis for all such lawsuits is the assignment of fault, but each state has its own system for allocating damages once a fault-level has been determined. The system used in Colorado, “the modified comparative fault rule,” has the potential to diminish or even eliminate a claim. THE FOUR FAULT RULES To better understa[ ... ]
Pursuing Legal Action in the Event of a Brain Injury
- June 15, 2015
- Personal Injury
People don’t realize that in Boulder there is a brain injury law firm. Granted, it’s not specifically listed under the heading “brain injury law firm“, but if you’ve suffered a serious injury like a Traumatic Brain Injury, spinal cord injury, or any other personal injury of this nature resulting from an auto, motorcycle, truck or bicycle[ ... ]
The Importance of Hiring an Experienced Jury Trial Lawyer
- June 8, 2015
- Personal Injury
If you have suffered an injury as a result of an accident, hiring an experienced jury trial lawyer will go a long way to serve your best interests. An attorney will advocate on your behalf to pursue justice in the form of a settlement or a favorable verdict. Do not try to navigate the rocky legal waters by yourself. You will have to invest hours into legal research and y[ ... ]
Colorado Auto Accident Law
- April 20, 2015
- Vehicle Accidents
In 2013, there were 483 traffic fatalities in the state of Colorado, 142 of which were alcohol-related. This cost in human life is by far the most expensive price of auto accidents, but injuries and property damage also rank high on the list. Nationwide, in 2011, 1.5 million people were injured in automobile accidents, and in 3.8 million cases, property damage alone was the result. If you have been injured in an automobile accident due to the negligence or misconduct o[ ... ]
Why Use a Colorado Jury Trial Lawyer?
- April 13, 2015
- Personal Injury
If you are facing criminal charges or are the defendant in a high-stakes civil case, you have a right to a trial by jury. Your right to be tried by a jury of your peers from the state and district wherein you reside is guaranteed in criminal cases by the Sixth Amendment and in certain civil cases by the Seventh Amendment. The Colorado State Constitution also lays out guidelines applicable only to state and local cases. They are as follows: If you[ ... ]
The Importance of Representation From a Brain Injury Law Firm
- March 20, 2015
- Personal Injury
There has been great research done regarding our brains and how they react to an injury. In the case of a brain injury, it is important to seek representation from a brain injury law firm that is knowledgeable on this topic. A lawyer who is not educated on the latest medical advancements is not likely to represent their clients. A brain injur[ ... ]
Working with an Experienced, Reputable Boulder Law Firm
- January 13, 2015
- Personal Injury
Matters as delicate as traumatic injury and death require the sort of meticulous planning and foresight that are unattainable in times of high tension and stress. Nobody wants to have to set aside their grievances for the sake of delving into the legal ramifications and eventually possibly finding some kind of financial reward at the end. A Boulder Law Firm with years of experience and a reputation for unparalle[ ... ]
