Drivers, Put Those Cellphones Down! Currently, the law in Colorado prohibits individuals under the age of eighteen (18) from using cell phones while driving. Beginning January 1, 2025, the ban will extend to individuals eighteen (18) years of age and older. The...
When you think of a car accident, you might imagine a fender bender or a car crash where there is damage to the vehicles but the people inside the cars are able to walk away without a scratch. That is the best scenario for a motor vehicle accident. Unfortunately, car...
On New Year's Eve, VanMeveren Law Group will cover the cost of a safe ride home through zTrip between 9pm on December 31st and 2am on January 1st. We’ve seen the outcome of life-altering injuries caused by impaired drivers and it’s important to us to be part of the...
Many road trippers consider Wyoming a sightseer's dream. Yet, in spite of the beautiful surroundings, traversing the interstate and various roads presents significant hazards. The state ranks fourth among most dangerous states for drivers, according to Forbes. With...
In my last blog entry, I started laying the foundation for a series of fly fishing stories that illustrate how closely connected my work as a personal injury attorney is to the tenets of flyfishing. While I intend to continue adding “fishing stories” to that series, I...
One of my favorite things about living in northern Colorado is the easy access to some truly stunning natural wonders. While we have many world-class destinations in our backyard, I recently ventured further afield into southern Utah to visit Zion National Park. Zion...
A person who's involved in a car wreck may suffer from a spinal cord injury. These injuries are sometimes temporary, but some are permanent and come with long-lasting impacts. Unfortunately, individuals who have a permanent injury will likely have to cope with...
Semitruck crashes can lead to serious injuries for the victims. It's imperative that anyone who suffers an injury in a crash takes the time to have a medical evaluation. This can help them to spot any issues that might need to be addressed.After they get the medical...
Colorado parents of school-age children may have fond memories of their own school days when they were able to bike daily to school in all but the worst winter weather. But for many reasons, they may have hesitated to give the nod to their own kids to cycle to school....
There is no doubt that Colorado cyclists face significant risks from distracted and negligent motorists. Most mean no intentional harm, but that is of little comfort to you as you're writhing in pain in the street — or worse.One of the biggest hazards for cyclists is...