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Understanding Colorado’s Commercial Trucking Weight Regulations

The trucking industry is one of the most important components of the American economy. As such, it is also one of the most heavily regulated. Trucking companies, delivery companies, and…

Posted on June 5, 2020 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Truck Accident Laws

What You Need to Know About Filing a Truck Accident Claim

Truck accidents are a common concern when driving along Colorado highways. The state has variable weather that often leads to dangerous roads, and truck accident rates have risen in recent…

Posted on April 30, 2020 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Truck Accident Laws

Hit By a Car While Drunk: Who Is at Fault?

Walking while drunk is safer than driving under the influence for others – but perhaps not for the intoxicated pedestrian. Walking while drunk in Denver could contribute to accidents such…

Posted on July 24, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Pedestrian Accident Laws

Driver vs. Company Liability in Commercial Truck Accidents

Commercial trucking accidents differ from typical car accidents in that they involve trucking companies rather than drivers alone. Federal laws hold trucking companies responsible for most collisions involving their trucks…

Posted on July 23, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Truck Accident Laws

Colorado Edible Marijuana Laws

With the legalization of marijuana throughout the country, it becomes pertinent to identify and understand the rules and regulations surrounding its consumption. With concentrated forms of cannabis, like edibles, these…

Posted on June 25, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

How Long After an Accident Can I File a Claim?

After getting into a car accident, your first step for financial compensation should be filing an insurance claim. A claim with the at-fault party’s insurer may result in payment for…

Posted on May 16, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Divided?

Every state has unique laws concerning the damages available in wrongful death claims, the time limits for filing them, and who has permission to pursue wrongful death claims. States also…

Posted on March 27, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Wrongful Death Laws

What Not to Say After a Car Accident

A car accident can be a frightening and stressful situation, and it is not uncommon for affected drivers to feel confused about what to do immediately after an accident. Keeping…

Posted on March 27, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

What to Do if You’ve Been Served a Subpoena

While most Americans may have some idea of what a subpoena means, suddenly having a court officer serve you one can be a startling experience. Instead of dealing with the…

Posted on February 4, 2019 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

How Can Social Media Influence a Personal Injury Claim?

Though near-constant engagement with social media has become a way of life for many Americans, the habit of regularly updating statuses, locations, and general goings-on can pose a serious threat…

Posted on November 29, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What is Whiplash?

According to the Mayo Clinic, whiplash is usually an injury that occurs to someone whose vehicle is struck in the rear by another. Whiplash is a strain or sprain in…

Posted on November 28, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?

Annually, about 1% of those across the country will incur an injury sustained from a car accident. Many accidents stem from human errors, such as speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving, and…

Posted on November 28, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

Should You Seek Chiropractic Care After an Injury?

One of the most common injuries sustained in auto accidents is a back injury. Spinal cord injuries can cause significant nerve damage. You may experience reduced sensation of and control…

Posted on November 20, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What to do if You’re Pregnant and Get into a Car Accident

When a woman is expecting, there are always health risks associated with her pregnancy. Most women make vehement efforts to lower the risk of complications by strictly adhering to their…

Posted on November 20, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws, Colorado Wrongful Death Laws

How to Appeal a Case in Colorado

Every time a trial comes to an end, there is inevitably one party that is left feeling as though justice simply was not done. As a result, difficult questions of…

Posted on November 20, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

What to do if you’re the Passenger in a Car Accident?

When you get into a car as a passenger, you are entrusting your life to the driver, and to the decision-making skills of every other person on the road. Experiencing…

Posted on November 7, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What are the Basis of Injury Lawsuits?

When a party is injured as a result of the actions of another, they have the right to bring a case of civil tort. These civil actions allow the injured…

Posted on April 28, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

What Does it Mean to Settle a Personal Injury Claim Case in Colorado?

Personal injury suits can result in outcomes including settlement, trial, dismissal, and appeal. The ALM Legal Dictionary defines the process of settling a lawsuit as resolving the matter without a court judgment…

Posted on April 27, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What Happens in Colorado When You Win Your Personal Injury Lawsuit?

At Colorado’s District Court level in 2017, there were 215,369 case filings and the largest single class of case filings was civil (37%). This means that almost 80,000 new civil cases, most…

Posted on April 24, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What Is the Timeline of a Car Accident Case? From Accident to Compensation Reward

The likely time frame for completing a vehicle accident case really depends on the many variables involved. Although everyone seeks a timely resolution, the underlying goal is to do what’s…

Posted on April 23, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

What are the Top 3 Causes of Truck Collisions with Passenger Vehicles?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reported that 3,986 lives were lost in 2016 stemming from commercial truck accidents. Roughly 66% were passenger vehicle occupants, 17% were occupants of trucks, and approximately…

Posted on April 20, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Truck Accident Laws

5 Reasons To Hire an Accident Attorney

Those involved in minor “fender bender” collisions with minimal injuries may find the insurer’s settlement offer sufficient to cover the damage and move forward without a car accident lawyer. Those…

Posted on April 19, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

How Do You Determine Who’s Responsible in an Accident at an Intersection?

This is the fifth and final installment of our series regarding intersection safety. Pedestrians include those walking or riding in a wheelchair. Bicycles are categorized as vehicles according to Colorado law and…

Posted on April 18, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

What’s Colorado Doing to Make Intersections Safer for Drivers, Bicyclists, and Pedestrians?

Intersections are points of confluence for motor vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. At these junctions, there are more factors that can lead to collisions than at most points across the transportation…

Posted on April 17, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Bicycle Accident Laws, Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Pedestrian Accident Laws, FAQs

Pedestrians & Bicyclists Are Most Vulnerable Intersection Users

Pedestrians and bicyclists both have substantial vulnerability when encountering motor vehicles on the roadways and must remember to exercise caution. At intersections, most of these collisions occur when motorists or bicycles…

Posted on April 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Bicycle Accident Laws, Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Pedestrian Accident Laws, FAQs

What Are the Human Factors That Make Intersections so Dangerous?

Colorado experienced a 40% increase in the volume of fatal accidents between 2013 and 2016. The Colorado Department of Transportation Safety explained the three primary factors that contribute to vehicle collisions are…

Posted on April 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What Are the Most Dangerous Intersections in Colorado?

Colorado’s roads continue to be dangerous. In Denver, the volume of fatal traffic accidents has risen every year since 2005. In Colorado in 2015, there were 546 deaths, and these numbers rose…

Posted on April 14, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs, Firm News

What Happens in Colorado If You Have Been in a Car Accident and Are Pregnant?

Julian Gutierrez drifted beyond his lane of travel and struck a car traveling in the opposite direction. Judith Mauricio, the driver of the other car, was severely injured in this head-on collision.…

Posted on April 13, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

What Happens if a Computer Glitch Causes Your Attorney to Miss a Filing Deadline in Your Lawsuit?

Courts generally operate according to established procedures and use deadlines. For example, if a plaintiff misses a deadline in a personal injury action, the court may dismiss the claim. In…

Posted on April 12, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What are the Deadlines for a Colorado Personal Injury Claim?

Individuals, businesses, and institutions generally operate best with a structure or framework in place for purposes of organization and efficiency, and the courts are no exception. In the realm of…

Posted on April 11, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

The Future of Fully Autonomous Vehicles After an Autonomous Car Claims Its First Fatality

On U.S. roadways in 2016 there were an estimated 37,461 accident fatalities, which equates to nearly 750 per state. Many experts feel that autonomous or “driverless” vehicles will one day dramatically reduce…

Posted on April 10, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

When Loved Ones Are Killed in Accidents: How Do You Cope?

Losing a loved one can be an extremely traumatic experience. Despite being a natural reality of life, it is likely that feelings of shock, confusion, sadness, and depression may result.…

Posted on April 6, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Wrongful Death Laws

Transport Safety Rules Have Been Rolled Back: What That Means for You on the Highway

Commercial trucking is a large sector of the overall U.S. economy. These trucks are responsible for movement of slightly over 70% of all freight. There is an estimated 10.55 billion tons of…

Posted on April 5, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Truck Accident Laws

Can I Receive Social Security Benefits If I Was Permanently Disabled & My Lawsuit Is Pending?

If you are involved in a personal injury claim that is likely to result in a financial settlement or award, it may have an effect on existing benefits, like those…

Posted on April 3, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

What Does a Plaintiff’s Duty to Mitigate Damages Mean?

The law allows injured parties to pursue damages that can be proven with a reasonable level of certainty. Although some types of noneconomic damages may often be viewed as rather subjective and…

Posted on April 2, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Can Allograft Transplants Make All the Difference to Your Personal Injury?

This is the third part of our series about recent medical advances that are being developed and tested to aid in recovery from serious personal injuries, like those often occurring…

Posted on March 28, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Pedestrian Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws

Is Stem Cell Therapy Viable for Treating Your Personal Injury?

This is the second of our three-part series about emerging medical advancements that may aid recovery for those who have incurred personal injuries. Stem cells have the capability of continuously…

Posted on March 27, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

How Can Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment Be Used to Treat Your Injury?

We are beginning a three-part series discussing advancements in the treatment and recovery for personal injury victims like those with auto accident injuries. The three treatments to be discussed in this series…

Posted on March 26, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What is the Difference Between an Independent and Compulsory Medical Exam?

Injury suits may have large financial ramifications and defendants certainly will pursue all available information. The discovery process entitles parties to access reasonably obtainable and relevant material. This may include records containing…

Posted on March 24, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in FAQs

What Questions Are Asked at Your Personal Injury Deposition?

A deposition, such as in an automobile accident case, is a formal process where you will be questioned by the opposing party’s legal counsel to gather potential evidence for the case. Depositions…

Posted on March 23, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What Impact Does a Rear-End Car Accident Have?

This is the second segment of our five-part series called Anatomy of a Car Crash. Here, we will focus on the dangerous impact involved in rear-end accidents, which is when one…

Posted on March 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

3 Types of Impacts in Car Accidents

This is the first segment of a five-part series titled Anatomy of a Car Crash. The series will expand on several key topics that were recently addressed in our white paper Common…

Posted on March 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Truck Accident Laws

What Impact Does a T-Bone Car Accident Have?

This is the third of our five-part series called Anatomy of a Car Crash. We will more thoroughly discuss a topic from our recently posted white paper titled Common Auto Accident Injuries in Colorado.…

Posted on March 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Was Faulty Road Design a Reason for Your Accident?

Those on U.S. roadways as a motorist, bicyclist, or pedestrian are more likely to be killed in a traffic accident than from a fire, drowning, stroke, diabetes, or skiing. In Colorado,…

Posted on March 14, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Is My Case Worth Suing the At-Fault Party in Court?

A commonly asked question relates to whether pursuing a civil action for injuries in court is advisable. In making this determination, you must look at the many variables, facts, and…

Posted on March 14, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in FAQs

Make Your Car Safe with Relatively Inexpensive Add-Ons

Across the U.S. in 2017 there were 40,100 motor vehicle fatalities, which is just short of the 2016 total of 40,327. Approximately 4.57 million people suffered a serious injury resulting from…

Posted on March 13, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Firm News

How Do Colorado Drivers Compare with the Rest of the Country Among Snowy Conditions?

According to Fox31 News, it appears that we are likely in for roughly another six weeks or so of snow, which is good news for skiers. It does remind us, however,…

Posted on March 12, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Can Self-Driving Cars Handle Winter Snow Storms?

How do autonomous (driverless) vehicles perform when operating amid tough wintry weather conditions? At the VTT Technical Research Centre located in Finland, they have developed Martti, a driverless vehicle that is capable…

Posted on February 28, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Dangerous Accidents Continue on Colorado’s Highway 13

Fatal crashes continue to increase all across Colorado, where there has been a 30% rise in fatalities since 2014. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reported 635 traffic fatalities in 2017; a…

Posted on February 28, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Things to Consider Before Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit

Courts across the U.S. are reporting increases from 2015 to 2016 in civil suits, with a 5% rise nationwide and 6.8% rise in Colorado. Many filers are pursuing financial compensation after incurring…

Posted on February 27, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What Happens When You Are in a Car Accident in Another State?

As you travel through other states for a vacation or business, you may be involved in an out-of-state traffic accident. Here, we will look at how the processes may differ because you…

Posted on February 22, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What is Your Car Accident Claim Worth in Colorado?

Colorado continues to experience a rising volume of vehicle accidents, many of which are quite severe. From 2014 to 2016, the Department of Transportation reported that there was a 24…

Posted on February 21, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What does Marijuana Mean for Risk and Liability?

Drivers in fatal crashes are increasingly testing positive for marijuana in Colorado, with a rise from 627 to 880 fatal accidents between 2013 and 2016. In 2013, roughly 10% of…

Posted on February 20, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

Risk and Insurance: What does Marijuana Mean for Personal Injury and Car Accident Claims? – Part 1

This blog is the first of two parts, which will discuss marijuana usage’s influence on car accidents and personal injury claims. A recent online Harris Poll surveyed over 2,000 individuals…

Posted on February 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Colorado Springs, CO

A claim of wrongful death has been filed against the former leader of the El Paso County Republican Party regarding a 2017 vehicle accident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian…

Posted on February 9, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What You Need to Know from the Airth v. Zurich American Insurance Company Ruling

In Airth v. Zurich American Insurance Company, the Colorado Court of Appeals, Division II, was tasked with determining if the summary judgment ruling in the defendant’s favor was appropriate. Rickey Airth,…

Posted on February 5, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

What Do I Do if the At-Fault Party is Under-or Uninsured?

The Insurance Research Council tracks uninsured motorist claims filed with auto insurance companies. Their recent data suggests that approximately 16.2% of Colorado motorists are uninsured, which is higher than the…

Posted on January 30, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

Am I the Victim of a Car Crash Scam?

Here, we look at accidents that are part of scams orchestrated by criminals. Most citizens are honest and hardworking members of society; however, there is a criminal element that seeks…

Posted on January 26, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What Do You Do if Involved in a Serious or Fatal Car Accident?

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration estimates there are more than 6 million passenger car accidents and another 4 million light truck accidents annually. In light of these statistics, drivers…

Posted on January 25, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What are the Side Affects of a Traumatic Car Accident?

This is the first of a four-part series titled Nightmare Scenario Car Accidents discussing the often traumatic implications of car accidents. According to Merriam Webster, the term traumatic is used to…

Posted on January 24, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What Vehicle Safety Features Add the Most Bang for the Buck?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that nationwide there were 37,461 fatalities in motor vehicle accidents in 2016. The yearly cost associated with auto accidents is now estimated to…

Posted on January 23, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Do I Really Need an Attorney for My Car Accident Claim?

In 2016, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) data indicated that there were 608 traffic fatalities in the state, an 11% increase. This trend continued in 2017 with another rise…

Posted on January 19, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

What Medical Evidence Do You Need in an Accident Claim in Colorado?

After being involved in a significant motor vehicle accident, it is critical to be examined by a doctor in a timely fashion, even if you feel that your injuries are…

Posted on January 18, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What is an Accident Reconstruction Report?

In certain situations, such as multi-vehicle accidents or when fault is strongly being challenged, your personal injury attorney may deem that using vehicular accident reconstruction will benefit your case. Deciding…

Posted on January 17, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

How Can Photographs Help Your Claim?

Photos are impactful as evidence in car accident claims because they can offer illustrative details of the scene of the accident, vehicle damage and injuries that may have been incurred.…

Posted on January 16, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

How Important is a Police Report in an Accident Claim?

Anytime a vehicle is involved in a collision with another vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian that leads to injuries or property damage, law enforcement should be contacted. The police will respond…

Posted on January 15, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

What Evidence Do You Need to Prove Your Car Accident & Personal Injury Claim? Part I

This is the first of a six-part series titled Evidence & Proving Your Car Accident Personal Injury Case. There were slightly over 600 traffic fatalities in Colorado in 2016 and…

Posted on January 12, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Colorado Ski Resort Towns Have Highest Rates in DUI Arrests

Arrests for driving under the influence in Colorado’s ski resort towns continue to persist, placing many unsuspecting drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians in potential danger. Greg Daly, the Avon Police Chief,…

Posted on January 11, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Tractor-Trailer Hits Fire Truck

Often firefighters face dangerous situations long before actually encountering a blaze. A wreck involving a fire truck occurred recently on I-76 just east of Keenesburg. The engine of the Southeast…

Posted on January 10, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Colorado Roadway Deaths Increased from 2016 to 2017

We are currently awaiting the 2017 finalized roadway accident data for Colorado. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), we know there was an increase in the number of…

Posted on January 9, 2018 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Motorcycle Accident Laws, Colorado Truck Accident Laws

Common Bone Injuries in Auto Accidents

Over one-million individuals are admitted to hospitals annually for severe injuries incurred in traffic accidents. In 2012, vehicle accidents resulted in $18 billion in overall lifetime costs of medical care. Among the…

Posted on December 27, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What are the Costs Associated with Distracted Driving?

A recent study by LifeSaver suggests as many agents report that closer to 60% of insurance claims actually are related to distracted driving. Bill Caldwell, Executive Vice President at Horace Mann Insurance,…

Posted on December 20, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Wrongful Death Laws

Are Children a Bigger Driving Distraction than Cell Phones?

A great deal of emphasis regarding distracted driving is placed on the usage of mobile devices, eating, applying makeup and other activities. But have you considered the distractions that may…

Posted on December 19, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Distracted Driving & Teens: What New Drivers Need to Be Aware of

How do distractions further impact those who have recently begun driving a motor vehicle, such as teens? Learning to do something new generally takes some time; such is the case…

Posted on December 18, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

How Using Electronics Can Impact Your Driving

Studies continue to surface explaining the problem with driving while conducting phone calls and using text messaging. The risk of a crash increases roughly 3.6 times when drivers use mobile…

Posted on December 15, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

How Will Injury Claims Change with Technology in the Future?

This is the final of a three-part series titled Personal Injury & Digital Technology: Where We Are & Where We Want to Be that looks at how digital technology impacts personal injury…

Posted on December 11, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws, FAQs

How Has the Claims Process Changed Over the Years?

This is the second of the series titled Proving Personal Injury & Digital Technology: Where We Are & Where We Want to Be, which looks at how digital technology is influencing personal…

Posted on December 8, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in FAQs, Firm News

What Did Injury Claims Look Like Without Digital Technology?

This is the first segment of a three-part series titled Personal Injury & Digital Technology: Where We Are & Where We Want to Be that analyzes how digital technology is impacting personal…

Posted on December 6, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What to Do After You Have Been in a Car Accident

During 2015, Colorado had approximately 3,217 traffic accidents that resulted in severe injuries and 547 with fatalities. Unfortunately, in 2016 the volume of fatal accidents rose by roughly 10% to 608. Data…

Posted on December 4, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Recent CO Crash is a Reminder of the Importance of Wearing a Seatbelt

Alcohol and speeding are believed to have played a role in a fatal accident in El Paso County. Charles Limbrick, a 44-year-old from Ramah, was killed in the crash along Highway 24.…

Posted on December 1, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Three Pedestrian Holiday Accident in Denver Highlights Pedestrian Traffic Safety Concerns

Over Thanksgiving an accident occurred in Denver’s 16th Street Mall area. At approximately 2:30 p.m., a driver was exiting a parking garage area and passed through a gate and struck three pedestrians.…

Posted on November 30, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

6 Safety Tips for Holiday Decorating

In decorating your home for the holidays all of the fun can lead to simply losing focus on at-home safety concerns. In the last two months of last year, almost…

Posted on November 29, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

7 Safety Tips for Home Fire Prevention this Holiday Season

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ranks fire as the second most common cause of in-home accident fatalities. Fires in homes are attributed to approximately 4,000 deaths annually, over 500,000…

Posted on November 28, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

6 Safety Tips for Driving During this Holiday Season

On average, 343 traffic fatalities occur in the U.S. during the three-day Christmas holiday. This average increases to roughly 373 over the three-day New Year holiday time. The vast majority…

Posted on November 27, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Thanksgiving Accidents and Hazards in the Home

This is the final segment of a series titled Personal Injuries & Thanksgiving, which identifies major safety concerns during this holiday period. Here, we will discuss potential dangers that may exist…

Posted on November 21, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

Accidents While Holiday Shopping & What You Should Know

This is the third of a four-part series of articles discussing the many dangers that can lead to injuries, fatalities and property damage during the Thanksgiving holiday time. It has…

Posted on November 17, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws, Firm News

Increase of Auto Accidents During Thanksgiving Holiday

This is the second of a four-part series titled Personal Injuries & Thanksgiving, which seeks to identify major safety concerns associated with this holiday period. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association…

Posted on November 16, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, Colorado Personal Injury Laws

Thanksgiving is the Most Dangerous Holiday of All

This is the first of a four-part series titled Personal Injuries & Thanksgiving, where we look at the continued disturbing trend of car accidents, injuries and fatalities during the Thanksgiving holiday.…

Posted on November 15, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

What Does a Lawsuit in a Car Accident Claim Look Like?

This is the final of a three-part series entitled Car Accidents, Personal Injuries & the Insurance Carrier. In the earlier parts we reviewed the difference between first-party claims and third-party claims…

Posted on November 14, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What is the Auto Insurance Claims Process?

This is the second of a three-part series entitled Car Accidents, Personal Injuries & the Insurance Carrier. Here, we will provide an overview of the claims process. We purchase auto insurance…

Posted on November 13, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What is the Difference Between 1st and 3rd Party Auto Insurance Claims?

This is the first of a three-part series entitled Car Accidents, Personal Injuries & the Insurance Carrier. We will begin by looking at Colorado’s auto insurance system historically, as it has…

Posted on November 9, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

What if the Insurance Company Refuses to Pay?

Insurance is well established in our society as a way to limit risk and provide economic security. Both individuals and businesses use various insurance products for everything from cars, health,…

Posted on November 8, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws, FAQs

Colorado Supreme Court Addresses Physician/Patient Privilege

The Colorado Supreme Court recently heard arguments in the case of Bailey v. Hermacinski. This matter centers on “ex parte communications with doctors, undue influence and residually privileged information.” Ex parte communications in…

Posted on November 6, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Personal Injury Laws

Smart Cars May Help in Roadkill Accident Prevention

Roadway crashes between vehicles and animals is a nationwide problem. State Farm Insurance data indicated that in 2014, Americans had 1.25 million collisions involving deer that led to an estimated…

Posted on November 3, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Fatal Hit & Run Vehicle Accidents Continue Along Colorado Roadways

Zachary Schlagel, an 18-year-old from Windsor was killed in an accident on Austin Bluffs Parkway at Stanton Road in Colorado Springs recently. The El Paso County Coroner says he died from injuries…

Posted on November 2, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Colorado Car Accident Laws

Oct 2017 Mass Shooting in Las Vegas: Event & Venue Liability

This is the second of our two-part discussion, Civil Lawsuits Following the October 2017 Mass Shooting in Las Vegas. First, we looked at the potential liability of those in the gun…

Posted on October 31, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Oct 2017 Mass Shooting in Las Vegas: Gun Industry Liability

This is the first of a two-part series concerning the recent mass shooting that left over 50 people dead and hundreds injured in Las Vegas when a gunman perched up…

Posted on October 30, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Studies Show Potential Correlation Between Marijuana & Reductions in Opioid Deaths

New research by the American Journal of Public Health indicates that deaths associated with opioids have dropped in Colorado by 6%, just two years after recreational use of marijuana was…

Posted on October 27, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Who’s Responsible for Your Opioid Addiction? The Patient, the Doctor, or the Drug Companies?

The Center for Disease Control & Prevention stated that the U.S. had 33,091 deaths in 2015 related to opioids. The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines opioids as a class of drugs…

Posted on October 25, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

Duty of Care Questioned in Pedestrian Accident Claim in Colorado

Under Colorado law, plaintiffs must prove several things in claims of negligence. First, is that the defendant owed a duty of care to the plaintiff at the time. Once established,…

Posted on October 16, 2017 Author: Jeremy Rosenthal in Firm News

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