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. According to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. While […]
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. 3 Forms of Driver Impairment Caused by Intoxication and Distractions Alcohol intoxication and distractions […]