As a Colorado construction worker, your job often may require you to work in, on or around elevators. If so, you are at far higher risk of injury or death than members of the general public whose elevator rides are a normal…
Colorado state law requires all public and private employers to provide workers’ compensation coverage for their employees and to pay for the policy. That means that if you suffer an on-the-job injury in Colorado and you are a full- or…
Drivers and pedestrians in Denver and throughout Colorado are keenly aware of the risk of encountering a drunk driver when out and about. A drunk driving crash can cause serious injuries and death not just to those who are in…
After you sustained a workplace injury or developed a work-related condition, you may be relying on receiving Colorado workers’ compensation benefits. Unfortunately, some injured workers receive a claim denial instead. If you receive a denial, it is important to understand…
A police report from the scene of an accident carries significant weight in court. This authoritative description of the event can play an important role when seeking compensation for one’s losses due to another individual’s negligence. But what if the police…
Fourth of July is a time to get together with friends, eat barbecue and drink some beers. However, you want to make sure you do not go overboard. According to a report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Fourth…
Fleeing the scene of an accident is a crime in Denver. The story of a driver who was recently sentenced for doing just that illustrates the devastating effect it can have on a victim and the victim’s family. The hit-and-run accident occurred last summer…
Sometimes it’s crystal clear which party is responsible for causing a car crash. Other times, it may be that multiple parties involved in an auto accident all bear some responsibility. How does a Colorado court decide how to award damages in such…
When one vehicle collides with the side of another car, the official report generally classifies it as a sideswipe collision. The public may not focus on these accidents as much as rear-end and head-on collisions, but they result in a…
Back injuries are prevalent in the workplace. Many Denver area employees do not realize that their employers are not solely responsible for keeping safe and injury-free while at work; workers must also practice responsible and acceptable behavior while on the…