Category Archives: Injury
Adrenaline and Workers’ Comp Claims
Shake it off and get back to work is an attitude many have when they are hurt. Whether it’s a fall on a construction site, a lifting injury in a warehouse, or a slip in an office hallway, it’s common for injured workers to believe they’re okay, at least initially. One reason for this… Read More »
How Settlement Negotiations Work After a Colorado Accident Claim
After a car accident, work injury, or other harmful event in western Colorado, many people find themselves negotiating with an insurance company for the first time. Understanding the general shape of that process can help you know what to expect, even though every claim is different. Filing the Initial Claim Settlement negotiations typically begin… Read More »
Propane Explosion Injury Claims: Who Can Be Held Liable
Propane powers homes, businesses, and industrial operations throughout Western Colorado, but when it is mishandled, stored improperly, or supplied through defective equipment, the results can be catastrophic. Explosions caused by propane or natural gas often cause severe burns, traumatic injuries, and in the worst cases, death. Victims and their families are often left wondering… Read More »
Spinal Cord Injury Compensation in Colorado Personal Injury Cases
What happens financially when a single moment changes how a person moves, works, and lives for the rest of their life? Spinal cord injuries fall into that category. Whether the damage comes from a car crash, a fall, or a workplace accident, the medical and personal toll tends to be immediate and lasting, which… Read More »
PTSD, Anxiety, and Emotional Trauma After a Colorado Car Accident
Whiplash and other physical injuries come to mind when people think of harm from a car crash. Yet many crash victims also experience emotional and psychological trauma that lingers long after their physical wounds have healed. Intrusive thoughts, anxiety about driving, nightmares, panic attacks, and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have a… Read More »
Your Right to Use an Attorney Following Accidents at a Ski Resort
A trip to Colorado’s ski country should end with great memories, not a trip to the emergency room. Yet collisions on mountain roads, resort access roads, and crowded parking lots happen every ski season. Snow, ice, heavy traffic, and unfamiliar driving conditions can all contribute to an accident. If you’re injured in an auto… Read More »
What Does Comparative Fault Mean for Your Colorado Injury Settlement?
Were you told you’re partly to blame for an accident that left you hurt? Insurance adjusters raise the issue of shared fault often, and how that question gets answered can significantly affect the value of a claim. Understanding how Colorado handles shared responsibility is an important part of knowing what to expect during the… Read More »
Do All Cars Have Automatic Emergency Braking?
Vehicle safety technology has advanced rapidly over the past decade, and one important innovation is Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB). Designed to help drivers avoid crashes or reduce the severity of collisions, these systems are increasingly common on American roads. But not every vehicle is equipped with automatic braking, and even when the technology is… Read More »
Is It Good or Bad to Have Long Conversations With Insurance Companies?
While post-accident insurance conversations may seem casual or routine, what you say during them can have a significant impact on your claim. Reporting an accident is important and often necessary under the terms of your policy. However, there is a major difference between notifying an insurer and engaging in long, detailed conversations about fault,… Read More »
Left Turn Accidents, Fault, and the Turning Driver
While left-turn accidents often place liability on the turning driver, they are not always solely responsible for the collision. In Colorado personal injury claims, fault depends on the details of the crash, the actions of both drivers, and whether traffic laws were violated. If you were injured in a left-turn accident, insurance companies may… Read More »