Should Texting and Driving Be Legal in Colorado? Colorado has a new law on the books. The law increases fines and points for texting and diving, but it doesn’t specifically ban the practice. The way it reads, one might even consider texting and driving legal – as long as someone isn’t doing it in a “careless or imprudent manner.” Of course, that means the law is completely subjective. In 2015, almost 15% of traffic fatalities happened in accidents related to distracted driving. This is a number that is increasing by the year, and it’s a serious problem on Colorado roads. …
Head injuries are some of the most common injuries sustained in car accidents. The injuries range from very mild concussions to brain death. Our brains affect every part of who we are and what we can do. A traumatic brain injury can impact our motor skills, critical thinking, memory, personality, and mental health. Many head injuries may be temporary with few symptoms. But any bump or blow to the head puts you at risk for more serious damage if you were ever to face the same injury again. Signs of a Head Injury After a Car Accident You can sustain …
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Motorcycle enthusiasts say it is not IF you have an accident, but WHEN. Motorcycles have a reduced visibility to other vehicles. They also have less stability than cars. For these reasons, an accident is more likely to occur when one is riding a motorcycle. In 2016, 125 motorcyclists lost their lives on Colorado roads. Statewide, there were at least 2,386 accidents involving motorcycles. If you enjoy riding, you should prepare yourself for the possibility of an accident. Then you will know how to handle the situation if it ever arises. Taking a quick, decisive course of action can save lives …
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When a loved one dies in a car accident, no amount of money can bring them back or replace the person you lost. However, you may be suffering real damages and losses. You may be able to claim compensation for these. When a person passes away, his medical bills and other debts do not die with him. Sometimes you have to sell assets to cover bills. Funerals usually cost tens of thousands of dollars. To make matters worse, you may wonder how to support your family without your spouse’s income. Finances associated with the sudden loss of a family member …
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The biggest mistake an injured person can make is underestimating the worth of their personal injury claim. Insurance companies know this. This is why they may seem eager to settle with you before you can obtain legal representation. Only a personal injury attorney can tell you how much your personal injury case is worth. However, you may be able to predict a general range of personal injury awards you could receive. You can do this by learning the average settlement amounts for your type of injury in your area. With every personal injury case, the amount you can recover will …
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