When you hire a lawyer, you expect them to provide you with a professional standard of legal representation. You defer to their knowledge of the law and court precedent when making decisions. You might also rely on them to be present for court hearings, especially if...
Year: 2021
Spinal cord injuries demand prompt attention
People involved in motor vehicle crashes falls and other incidents may suffer from many injuries. One possible type is a spinal cord injury. Some victims of spinal cord injuries have lifelong challenges, but others can heal from the damage. Many factors determine how...
How alcoholism can impact a lawyer’s job performance
Alcoholism is a common modern medical issue. It seems to run in families, and it is also a coping mechanism used by those with traumatic backgrounds or stressful occupations. Attorneys often have very high levels of personal stress, compounded by massive student loan...
Investigation found “racially biased policing” in Aurora
Last month, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser released a report detailing the findings of an investigation of the Aurora Police Department by the Colorado Department of Law. The investigation followed a number of abuse-of-force incidents over the past few years...
Are police misconduct and brutality rates excessive in Colorado?
The question is simple enough. Does the state of Colorado suffer from excessive police brutality or misconduct? As is so with most controversial topics, it depends upon who you ask. Members of state law enforcement agencies might say excessive use of force is not an...
Post-traumatic stress disorder after a car wreck
Any car accident can have a negative impact on the victim’s life. The trauma is usually increased when the wreck is catastrophic. While most people focus on physical injuries, there are also mental health issues that can occur when a wreck causes emotional trauma....
3 mistakes attorneys make that hurt their clients’ cases
When you hire an attorney to help you handle a civil case or respond to criminal charges, you expect them to act in your best interests and to provide you with accurate and reliable guidance. Sadly, some attorneys fail in their most basic obligations to their clients,...
How much time do I have to sue in a personal injury case in Colorado?
If you sustain an injury in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation for your damages. You must either file a claim with the insurance company or a personal injury lawsuit in the state’s civil court to get the...
What is a fiduciary relationship and how can it be violated?
At a fundamental level, a fiduciary relationship is where one party is legally obliged to act in the best interests of another party. This type of relationship can take on many forms. However, one common example is the responsibility of a lawyer to act in the best...
Will other attorneys actually take a legal malpractice case?
If you are convinced that your current attorney has done something that is illegal or that has ruined your opportunity to make a claim, then you may want to pursue a legal malpractice case. It makes sense to talk to a new attorney to get their opinion on what happened...