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...
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1 seriously hurt in crash in Boulder
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?
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...
Former GOP chairman faces wrongful death lawsuit
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...
What level of impairment results in liability for a crash?
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...
Are Cell Phones More Distracting to Drivers than Pot?
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...
Did overloaded cargo cause the big rig to swerve into you?
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...
4 injuries that remain hidden after an auto accident
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...
What laws go into effect in the snow in Colorado?
There are laws in place that require vehicles to have tires with good traction. Known as traction laws, the laws make sure that motorists have enough tread to stop on wet or slick roads. Traction laws aren't always in place. For instance, in the summer months, there...
Winter driving: A hazard for all on the roads
When winter arrives, it makes the roads dangerous. Between freezing rains and blizzards with high winds, drivers have their work cut out for them. If they're not paying attention or slowing down for the conditions, they could end up putting their lives or the lives of...