Making it safer for drivers to be on the roads isn't always easy. Trying to take the human error out of the equation is impossible. However, there are some things that could be tried to reduce the number of collisions on the roads. One of those things is creating a...
Everyone has had a moment behind the wheel when he or she felt too tired to keep driving. Most people decide enough is enough and pull over to the side of the road. They might take a nap or rest for several hours before continuing. Others grab a quick coffee and make...
A drastic number of people in Colorado lose their lives every year as a result of car accident. In 2016 and 2017, over 600 people died each year as a result of other people's negligence while behind the wheel. Many more incidents took place where people merely...
A driver from Brighton has been accused of a DUI and reckless driving after hitting a student from the University of Colorado. According to the Jan. 17 report, the student, a 20-year-old, had part of his scalp torn off in the crash and suffered serious injuries. The...
Why did Fort Collins see its highest rise in fatal car accidents in over a decade?2017 saw an increased spike in motor vehicle collisions, and it is leaving experts baffled as to why. 14 people died in auto accidents in 2017 which is the most dramatic increase in over...
Imagine walking down the street. It's a warm day, and you're careful to look before crossing the street. You have a WALK signal in front of you, and you have taken the time to use a crosswalk.In most cases, you'll be able to cross the street safely, but in others, you...
In 2016, over 7,000 people were arrested during the "Heat Is On" campaign in Colorado. This campaign had 12 periods during which it ran. This campaign increases overall DUI enforcement, resulting in more stops and arrests. Two-hundred and seventy-two people who were...
Many things cause us to drive carelessly. No question about it, many distractions in the car exist like eating fast food, passengers (human or otherwise), putting on makeup, cell phones, music and a host of other creative activities. A driver's mental state can also...
If an 18-wheeler sideswiped you or forced you off the road, you are probably focused on recovering from your injuries. Once you can think more clearly, you will begin to piece together what you remember of the accident.The collision likely happened in the blink of an...
There are numerous injuries that come with car accidents, most readily apparent. From whiplash to the mental anguish from such a traumatic event, there are a number of injuries that take weeks to develop. Anyone involved in a major collision needs to see a doctor...