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,...
motor vehicle accidents
Protecting yourself from speeding drivers
While you may know that many drivers routinely violate the speed limit, you may not be fully aware of the risks to you. During the pandemic, less-crowded highways led to more speeding drivers and a dramatic increase in speed-related collisions. Here’s what you should...
Can cell phone records help establish fault after a distracted driver collision?
Safety experts consider countless activities to be distractions while behind the wheel. From snacking and personal grooming to taking a sip of water and participating in a text conversation, drivers are constantly tempted by the desire to multitask on a boring commute...
Addressing the causes of fatigue among truck drivers
Sharing the road with large semis can be intimidating. Sharing the road with such a vehicle operated by a drowsy driver puts you in harm's way. Should you cross paths with a truck driver who has succumbed to fatigue, you may need to react quickly to escape to safety....
Reckless driving behaviors come in various forms and fashions
As you share Colorado roads with countless others, it may be easy to assume that those nearby place the same level of importance on safety. Unfortunately, this might not always be the case, and there are various circumstances in which the decisions of others could...
How do you prove a negligent driver was the cause of your collision?
When operating a motor vehicle, drivers have certain responsibilities to others on the road. They must drive safely and carefully, including avoidance of distractions, driving at appropriate speeds and obeying traffic signals, to name a few. If you were hurt in a...
Will your settlement cover physical therapy?
The aftermath of a motor vehicle accident often includes confusion, stress and pain. You will likely deal with questions from Colorado police, intrusive interrogations from insurance investigators and a barrage of medical professionals whose goal is to minimize the...
Road rage accidents may be more common than you think
Even if you are a relatively calm and careful driver, chances are you have moments of frustration behind the wheel. Traffic can be stressful, especially during those morning and evening hours trying to get to and from work. For many drivers, however, the stress of...
Distracted driving: a serious threat for all drivers
Because of the popularity of smart phones and the increase in certain types of infotainment options in newer vehicles, most drivers have technology at the tips of their fingers at any given moment. This can be very distracting, especially for younger drivers....
Are you following these 3 car accident avoidance strategies?
Imagine that you're driving your children to school one morning. You're late, stressed and the last thing on your mind is the need to drive safely. You've been driving this route so many times, in fact, that you've become complacent and are taking your safety for...