When someone causes a serious injury through reckless or intentional behavior, compensating the victim isn’t always enough. Colorado law recognizes this and allows courts to award punitive damages in some personal injury lawsuits—not to compensate, but to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct in the future. These damages are not awarded in every case, and they are relatively rare. But when available, they send a powerful message: egregio[ ... ]
Colorado recently transformed its approach to personal injury damages with groundbreaking legislation that significantly increases compensation limits for accident victims. House Bill 1472, which took effect January 1, 2025, raises damage caps that had remained virtually unchanged since the 1980s, finally acknowledging the true cost of catastrophic injuries and wrongful death in today's economy. But the short answer to “Is there a cap on personal i[ ... ]
Boulder is known for its scenic beauty, active lifestyle, and tight-knit community, but some of the qualities that make this a special place to live can contribute to an increased risk of personal injuries. A quick errand on Pearl Street can end in a slip and fall if store owners fail to clear icy sidewalks. A weekend on the slopes near Eldora can turn serious when another skier cuts across your path without warning. And dangerous intersections like th[ ... ]
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