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Print PageApril 23rd, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Accident Attorney
National Safety Council: Roadway Deaths Exceeded 40,000 Again in 2017
The National Safety Council (NSC) recently released its auto accident injury and fatality statistics for 2017. According to the NSC, 40,100 people died in auto accidents in the United States in 2017, and approximately 4.57 million suffered injuries requiring medical attention. While these numbers both reflect a one-percent decrease from 2016, the NSC notes that, “[t]he small decline is not necessarily an indication of progress, as much as a leveling off of the steepest two-year increase in more than 50 years.”April 18th, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Accident Attorney
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
The National Safety Council (NSC) has designated April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. While distracted driving is a persistent risk for drivers and passengers year-round, the NSC is using Distracted Driving Awareness Month to highlight the dangers of talking, texting and using in-car infotainment systems behind the wheel.April 16th, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Accident Attorney
What are Your Rights After a Collision Involving a Driver Under the Influence of Legal Marijuana?
While Colorado may have some of the most marijuana-friendly laws in the nation, this does not mean that it is okay to drive while high. Driving under the influence of marijuana is a criminal offense in Colorado, and it is grounds for accident victims to seek just compensation for their accident-related losses.March 26th, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Personal Injury
7 Ways You Can Help With Your Personal Injury Claim
When you hire a personal injury law firm to represent you, your attorney and the firm’s professional staff should handle most aspects of your claim on your behalf. However, there are some important steps you can take as well, both before you sit down for your free initial consultation and once your claim is pending.March 21st, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Personal Injury
What are the Most Dangerous Driving Distractions?
By now, most of us know that distracted driving is extremely dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 1,000 people are injured in distracted driving accidents every day, and each year thousands of people lose their lives due to the negligence of distracted drivers.March 19th, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Accident Attorney
Drunk Driving vs. Distracted Driving: The Effects and Risks are Similar
Drunk driving and distracted driving are two of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents. While the risks of drunk driving have long been well-known, studies have recently identified distractions as equally-dangerous causes of driver impairment.March 14th, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Accident Attorney
When is it Time to Hire an Injury Attorney?
Most people go through life without ever needing to hire a personal injury attorney. But, accidents happen; and, if you or a loved one has been injured, hiring an attorney could be your only option for securing the financial resources you need to recover. So, when is it time to hire an injury attorney? Here are 10 common scenarios in where it makes sense to schedule a free consultation:March 12th, 2018 | Posted by paperstreet, on Personal Injury
