Electric bikes (e-bikes) are becoming increasingly popular for those who use bikes to commute to and from work and/or to do their work, and those who ride them for exercise, competition and camaraderie. They’re especially popular because they let people ride faster...
Injuries
What rights do you have if a car hits you while walking?
If a car hits you while you are walking, jogging, or running in Colorado, it can cause extreme fear and confusion. Depending on your injuries, medics may take you to the hospital immediately for a doctor to examine, diagnose and treat you. What happens if the injury...
The hidden risks of distracted driving
When most people think of a car wreck, they envision an accident where, perhaps, the individual at fault was driving under the influence, or maybe they were driving during a winter storm. Most people do not associate car accidents with distracted driving. However,...
Protecting your rights after a car accident
Imagine you are involved in a car accident. In that moment and for some time after, you will probably feel a wide range of emotions, including shock and uncertainty. But if you are able, there are certain actions that will make it easier to take care of things going...
Tips for avoiding wintertime slips and falls
Coloradans understand, better than most, that winter can be a treacherous time of year. Snow and ice can make a mundane task, such as going to the store, into a hazardous activity, especially if the property owner or manager fails to protect their customers. Workplace...
How defective products given as gifts could affect the giver
'Tis the season for gift giving and it's enjoyed by both gift givers and receivers alike. Many people spend weeks planning and budgeting to buy the perfect gifts for their loved ones, hoping the gifts will bring enjoyment for a long time. However, sometimes the most...
Which are the most dangerous Fort Collins roads?
Fort Collins has plenty of daily commuter traffic, in addition to its fair share of tourists on the road. All of that heavy traffic means we're at an increased risk for a crash. While the Fort Collins area may not see the kind of traffic that the Denver region has,...
Hiking, Rock Climbing, Camping and the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act: Who Should Pay When Someone Gets Hurt?
The Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA), CRS §§24-10-101 et seq., bars lawsuits against Colorado governmental agencies and their employees unless rare circumstances exist. Even when injured victims are allowed to move forward with a lawsuit, damages are limited...