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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When another driver hits your vehicle, you probably expect that they will have the decency to pull over so that you can exchange information with them, call emergency medical responders, and wait for the police to show up. After all, Colorado drivers are legally required to remain at the scene of a car accident if there is property damage or bodily injury. Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents in Colorado are all too common. In fact, a 2018 research study done by AAA found that about 20% of all auto accidents in Colorado are hit and runs. In 2016 alone, 31 hit-and-run accidents resulted in at least one fatality. Colorado Hit-and-Run Laws An accident is considered a hit and run when a driver collides with another vehicle and flees the scene of the crash without providing contact information or helping any victims who need medical attention. Depending on the circumstances of the crash, a person…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Children love to beat the summer heat by hopping in the swimming pool and splashing around in the water. While it may seem like all fun, parents should remember that swimming pool drownings are a leading cause of child fatalities in the Denver Colorado Child Drowning Statistics What exactly do we know about child drownings? Here are some statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to show the entirety and prevalence of this safety concern: Every day, about 10 people die from unintentional drowning. About one in five drowning victims are children 14 years old or younger. Children under 5 years old have the highest risk of drowning. On average, about 350 children die of drowning each year. African American children are 5.5x more likely to drown than white children. For every child that dies of drowning, another five children receive treatment in emergency rooms for nonfatal injuries. Additionally, the CDC reports…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sun is shining, teens are out of school, and vacations loom ahead during the summer. While you may be anticipating relaxing during this time, know that there is never a good time to let your guard down and put safety on the back burner. In fact, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there is a higher risk of getting into a car accident in Denver and needing a Denver car accident lawyer during the summer, compared to other months of the year. Here are four reasons why car crashes occur more frequently during summer and how you can reduce your risk of being injured. More Drunk Drivers on the Road Summer is the season for socializing with friends and having pool parties, backyard barbecues, and holiday get-togethers. Many gatherings involve alcoholic beverages, which can inevitably lead to more drunk drivers on the road. Every day in the U.S.,…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The most impactful way is to learn how to eliminate distractions behind the wheel and teach others how to do so. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines three types of driving distractions: Visual. Anything that takes your eyes off of the road. Manual. Anything that takes your hands off of the wheel. Cognitive. Anything that takes your mind off of the task of driving. With that said, here are some effective techniques that you can implement to ensure that you are always a safe driver: Put your phone away and on silent so you aren’t tempted to use it. Only use your phone for emergency purposes. Ensure that your children are properly secured in car seats or booster seats. If you’re using GPS, put the directions in before you get on the road. Adjust your mirrors, seat, and music prior to driving. Limit the number of passengers…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Have you been injured in a motor vehicle accident or as the result of someone else’s fault in the past several months while the COVID 19 virus has been causing great changes to our medical community? If so, the top rated personal injury law firm of Larson Schneider suggests taking the following steps to assure the successful outcome of your claim and to make sure the insurance companies compensate you fairly when the time comes. The following steps will help assure a successful outcome: Contact our office for assistance. Our office is considered an essential businesses per Colorado’s stay-at-home orders. We have staff working onsite and from home. You can reach our offices 24/7 and if you can’t reach a member immediately, we will be notified and get back to you shortly. We can arrange initial meetings by telephone, Skype, Facetime, or other face-to-face method so that you don’t have to leave…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Staying on top of vehicle maintenance won’t necessarily prevent accidents, but it can ensure that your vehicle is performing how it should when you need it to! Here are some general maintenance steps to put on your checklist to ensure you are cruising for years to come. Engine Oil Motor engine oil acts as a sort of lubricant for all the many moving parts of your vehicle’s engine, which helps to avoid any damage and keep all the parts running smoothly. Depending on the type of oil used, you may need to get your oil changed every 3,000 to every 7,000 miles driven. In general, synthetic oil lasts longer than regular or other synthetic blends and is considered cleaner and more efficient. This typically means you can get more mileage on your car before you need to get your oil changed. Of course, not all vehicles work the same way, so…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Colorado winters can be beautiful with snow-covered fields and mountaintops, but they can also be dangerous for people who are unfamiliar with driving on snow and ice. If you are a recent resident of the state, just visiting, or a less experienced driver, here are five safe driving techniques you can use to handle your Colorado winter on the road. Plan Ahead A safe driver always knows to plan out their routes before they leave their house, but this becomes critical when dealing with ice and snow. Make a plan of when to leave your house and then allow for some extra time to get where you are going to accommodate for any car accidents or traffic that you may encounter. Another crucial aspect of planning ahead is keeping a “survival kit” in your car. Here are some of the items you may want to include: Extra warm clothing like…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Attorneys are utilizing black box data more and more when building a personal injury case in Denver, you'll need a Denver personal injury attorney. So what is a “black box” and how can it be used if you are involved in a motor vehicle collision? The black box, also known is the Event Data Recorder (EDR), is a component of your vehicle that acts as a computer system. It monitors and records many aspects while you drive such as speeds, braking, the use of seatbelts, and even airbag deployment. EDR’s are in almost every newer vehicle, however, if the car that struck you or your own car are older models they may not have an EDR system built in. If your vehicle or the vehicle that struck you does have an EDR system, the data from this system can be downloaded and used in your personal injury lawsuit. So why…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Medical Payments Coverage (“Medpay”) is a type of coverage that is provided through your own personal automobile policy in Denver Colorado. This is a type of coverage many individuals pay for, and ultimately have never used. Not surprisingly, your own insurer does not always make it clear that there is Medpay coverage available for use following a collision. Additionally, the often make the process to use the coverage confusing and complex. 1. Determining if you have Medpay Coverage One of the first things you or your attorney should do is find out if there is available Medpay Coverage through your own personal automobile insurance policy. You can determine whether or not you have Medpay by reviewing your Insurance Declarations page. Medpay coverage will be listed on the Declarations page and will have its own specific coverage limits (quite often it is $5,000, but can be as high as $100,000). 2.…