It’s not a laughing matter, even though it has often been portrayed in a comical and slapstick way on television shows and in movies. To clarify: A shopper going airborne and landing hard on his or her back after encountering a banana peel negligently discarded on a...
Personal Injury
Broken ribs could lead to life-threatening complications after a crash
As a victim of a car crash, you should know that there is a risk of rib injuries that could lead to severe complications. If you’re riding in a car, the seat belt is designed to take some pressure off the rib cage, but if it was not worn correctly or the impact was...
Does car safety technology really prevent accidents?
When you are ready to purchase a new vehicle, you may be surprised at how much more technology vehicles include these days. You may be impressed with all the in-car entertainment options you can utilize, as well as the vehicle’s safety technology systems. Many of the...
Truckers face several risks for crashes
Sharing the road with a semitruck means that you might be putting your life in the hands of that trucker. While many of these professional drivers handle their duties in a safe manner, there are factors that increase the chance that they will be involved in a crash....
Behavioral and emotional symptoms of a TBI
Motor vehicle collisions often result in devastating injuries. A head injury, for example, can lead to damage that is either structural or functional in nature. Depending on the severity of the injury, an individual can suffer lifelong impairment. A traumatic brain...
Man sentenced to 50 years after serious collision with 2 deaths
When a person loses their life in a crash, and when others are also injured, it’s usually the injured party and their family’s right to pursue a claim. On top of civil penalties, the driver who caused a collision may also face criminal charges if they violated any...
How does the law address a loved one’s wrongful death?
Any number of descriptors can be used to define the fundamentals of modern life – that is, day-to-day living – in Colorado and across the rest of the country. Many of them might logically link to the idea of pace. That is, contemporary life in the United States always...
If you suffer a head injury, ask what you should expect
You didn't expect to become the victim of a serious car crash. No one ever does. Unfortunately, your injuries were extensive. You have serious head and neck injuries caused by the collision. You're not sure how the future is going to look for you. Head and back...
What to do if you’re struck by a motor vehicle
As a pedestrian, your biggest concern is being struck by a motor vehicle. This holds true no matter who you are or where you are. You know that this type of accident can (and probably will) result in serious injury or even death.Even if you take steps to protect...
How to protect yourself after a car accident
If you're involved in a car accident, your first thought is to get out and exchange information with the other driver.While this may be something you do eventually, remember this: Your safety and well-being must always come first. There are many steps you can take to...

