Category: Vehicle Accidents
Category: Vehicle Accidents
Are Colorado Roads Getting Safer to Drive Down?
- February 7, 2020
- Vehicle Accidents
Are Colorado's roads becoming safer to drive down? What does the accident data collected by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) tell drivers about things they can do to reduce their risk? Statistically, Colorado roads are becoming safer. However, it doesn't mean fatal accidents aren't happening at a steady rate. Population growth, increased congestion, inclement weather, and many other factors are limiting the effectiveness of government entities to curb th[ ... ]
2019 in Hindsight as 2020 Rolls into View
- January 28, 2020
- Vehicle Accidents
Reviewing data gathered by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) provides information that offers guidance that can keep you safe as you drive down the road. As they say, hindsight is 2020, and reviewing CDOT data from 2018 and 2019 shows that some things are better, and some still pose a real risk to safety. Understanding the data can help keep you and your loved ones from becoming an automobile accident statistic. Fatalities in Colorado In 2019[ ... ]
What Crash Information an Event Data Recorder Captures
- January 21, 2020
- Vehicle Accidents
Event data recorders within automobiles are similar to the black boxes used on airplanes. They record vital crash information that investigators can use to establish the cause of a motor vehicle accident. Recovering this data following a car crash in Colorado can help a plaintiff prove liability, corroborate eyewitness testimony, determine crash severity, and show the movement of energy through the vehicle. Recording Crash Information Event data recorders (EDR'[ ... ]
Common Carrier Liability and a Public Transit Accident
- January 17, 2020
- Vehicle Accidents
Public transportation options are blooming across Colorado. The expansion of public transport along the Front Range means that more and more people are using buses, trains, Ubers, and Lyfts to get around the region. When a public transit accident occurs, it's essential to know the operator's legal liability, and the options that plaintiffs have to pursue compensation for their property damage and injuries. Common Carriers in Colorado Buses operating within Boul[ ... ]
Stay Safe When Pulling Santa’s Sleigh Through the Parking Lot
- December 16, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
The holidays are a happy time, but they are also a time when drivers and pedestrians get distracted by shopping lists, special events, and celebrations. Nationwide, one in every five pedestrian accidents occurs in parking lots. This rate doubles to two in five accidents in November and December. Staying safe over the holidays and avoiding a pedestrian accident in parking lots boils down to following a few simple rules of the road. When Driving Through Park[ ... ]
Teaching Teens to Stay Focused Behind the Wheel
- December 6, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
Twenty-first century teenagers are busier than ever. There are commitments to family, school, sports, clubs, work, and friends. While teens somehow always find time to take their driving tests, few spend much time doing their homework about the dangers of distracted driving. As parents, it's a life or death lesson that you need to teach your teen driver. As you gear up for the holidays, be sure to sit down with your kids and go over these rules of the road with them.[ ... ]
Steps Cyclists Can Take to Protect Themselves While Riding
- October 29, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
Cycling is a great way to stay healthy and enjoy the fabulous scenery around Boulder and the Front Range. As with any outdoor activity, there are steps cyclists can take to protect themselves from accidents and injuries. When practiced to the point of routine, the following actions can help ensure a safe ride whether you are on your way to work or heading into the hills for a weekend adventure. Light It Up Riders should always have a light and reflectors on t[ ... ]
How to Spot the Risks and Signs of a Seat Belt Malfunction
- October 8, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
Seat belts save lives, but what happens when there's a seatbelt malfunction? In 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that seat belts saved 15,000 lives in the United States. Across the country, approximately 90% of drivers and[ ... ]
Are Dashcams Legal in Colorado?
- September 26, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
Dashboard cameras provide solid evidence that you can use to support your automobile accident claim. These devices are legal in Colorado and many motorists install them on their vehicles to protect themselves against auto accident fraud and any claims made against them in a motor vehicle accident in Boulder. Legality in Colorado[ ... ]
How Common Are Seat Belt Failures?
- September 18, 2019
- Vehicle Accidents
It is well-known that seat belts save lives. However, seat belts are packed with mechanical components that can fail in a motor vehicle accident. More often than not, individuals wear their belts in the belief that they are protected without knowing that the belt they are counting on has a design defect or faulty component.[ ... ]
