When an individual is involved in a car accident in Colorado or another U.S. state, a traumatic brain injury can occur. A TBI refers to damage of the brain tissue that results from a sudden impact, such as an assault or auto accident. In vehicle-related accidents,...
Car Accidents
The link between vehicle age and crash risk
Most people are aware of the fact that teen drivers and senior citizens are statistically more likely to be involved in automobile accidents. Many fatal car accidents that occur in Colorado and across the United States involve drivers who fall within one of those two...
Drugged driving can be as serious as drunk driving
Colorado is a leader in the legalization of recreational marijuana. However, driving while high can be just as dangerous as drunk driving and could lead to car accidents. The problem is that while a breath or blood test can be used to determine a motorist’s blood...
How dangerous is drowsy driving?
Unfortunately, there is no meter to tell you how tired you are when you get behind the wheel. There’s no indicator light on the dashboard for fatigue. Outside of telltale physical symptoms such as yawning, drooping eyes and loss of focus, an individual might be...
Apportionment of fault under Colorado comparative negligence law
Most residents of Colorado are aware that a person who is negligent may owe damages to any person injured by the negligent act or omission. But what happens if both parties were negligent? Prior to World War II, most states, including Colorado, applied the rule of...