After a minor car accident, you might think you can skip seeing a doctor altogether – especially if you feel completely fine. However, seeking prompt medical attention after a car crash not only protects your health but also your right to seek financial compensation....
Denver Legal Malpractice Blog
What are the most common surgical errors that lead to malpractice claims?
When you trust a surgeon with your health, you expect a certain standard of care. Unfortunately, surgical errors happen more often than you might think, and some of these mistakes can qualify as medical malpractice. Understanding what constitutes a surgical error and...
What if my lawyer missed a filing deadline in my case?
You hired an attorney to handle an important legal matter. You trusted them to protect your rights and meet all necessary deadlines. Then you discover they failed to file critical documents on time. This mistake might have destroyed your ability to pursue your case...
Watch out for these barriers in Colorado personal injury cases
Injuries, depending on their severity, have the potential to change the way you live your life. You might have to interrupt your daily routines with trips to the hospital, and you may even have to miss work. This can be incredibly costly due to steep medical bills and...
4 elements of legal malpractice you need to prove in Colorado
To move forward with your legal malpractice claim in Colorado, you must prove four essential elements. Each element plays a critical role in building your case. Thus, understanding these requirements is the first step toward seeking justice. Establishing an...
What does medical malpractice look like?
Sometimes doctors and nurses make mistakes when treating their patients. The severity of the consequences depends on how major their errors are. However, it is usually the patient who suffers from the negligence of their caretakers. Even if these mistakes are...
What to remember when interacting with the police in Colorado
Police interactions can happen to anyone, whether you are walking down the street or driving along the highway. In Colorado, there have been a total of 7,137 civilian complaints of police misconduct between 2016 and 2022. This statistic highlights why knowing how to...
Denver jury awards nearly $20M to 6 hurt in LoDo police shooting
A Denver jury awarded $19.75 million to six bystanders struck by gunfire when former Denver Police Officer Brandon Ramos opened fire on a crowded LoDo street in July 2022. The victims suffered severe injuries and long-term trauma. Viorst Law represented two of the...
Can I file an emotional damage claim for legal malpractice?
Lawsuits and litigation often bring stress to everyone involved. You trust your attorney to manage your case with skill and care and when they fail to do so, it can devastate you both financially and emotionally. Imagine losing your personal injury case simply...
3 things to know before talking to an insurer after an accident
After a crash, it is normal to want to move forward quickly, especially when the insurance company calls. But what you say early on can affect your claim more than you realize. Before you speak with an insurer, know these three key points about your rights under...
