What Are the Different Types of Negligence in Colorado?
Colorado recognizes several types of negligence in personal injury cases. Ordinary negligence is a failure to exercise reasonable care. Gross negligence involves a conscious disregard for someone's safety — like…
I Was Injured on Public Transportation. What Should I Do?
All over the United States, people rely on public transportation to get them from one point to another. The Regional Transport District in Colorado puts ridership at more than 97.6…
How Do I Prevent Fires Caused by Fireworks?
Fireworks come with many risks if not used properly, including injury and fires. Many of these dangers can be avoided by taking appropriate steps to prepare for emergencies and using…
What Fireworks Are Legal in Colorado?
Independence Day might have come and gone, but that doesn’t stop the people of Colorado from setting off additional fireworks. You can expect to hear – and see – these…
Can I Sue for Food Poisoning?
Many people, unfortunately, will experience foodborne illness at some point in their lives. What many people do not know is that they can take legal action against a restaurant for…
How Can I Speed Up My Personal Injury Claim?
The personal injury process can be lengthy -- it can take one to two years for the average case to reach a conclusion. If you need compensatory damages to recover…
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Colorado?
An unexpected accident can cause serious financial hardship. If you are a Colorado resident who suffered injuries due to the actions of a negligent person or entity, you do have…
What Is Assumption of Risk in a Personal Injury Case?
Assumption of risk is a legal doctrine that states that a plaintiff cannot hold a defendant legally responsible for his or her injuries if the plaintiff knowingly placed himself or…
How Do I Negotiate an Insurance Settlement?
Insurance companies are notorious for undervaluing claimant’s damages when offering insurance settlements. It is generally an insurance company’s goal to save money and convince the claimant to settle for as…
