Sexual assault of any kind is incredibly traumatic and harmful, especially when the victim is a child. This situation is made worse when the act is perpetrated by a person who has abused a position of authority and trust, such as a member of the clergy. Over the past few decades, many scandals have broken …
Members of the clergy have high obligations to their communities. Unfortunately, it happens too often that instead of upholding this responsibility, clergy members misuse their position. Religious leaders have the trust of many people, and some take advantage of that trust and abuse and sexually assault members of their congregation and others in the community. …
Patients trust that their doctors have their interests in mind, and most healthcare providers are responsible and respectful to their patients and their needs. Unfortunately, some medical professionals can behave negligently and severely injure or cause other harm to patients. If you have been hurt by a professional’s negligence in Colorado, you can file a …
A car accident is a frightening experience for anyone, but it can be worse if you are being sued as an at-fault driver. Colorado is an at-fault state for insurance claims. Determining fault is a necessary part of a car accident for both insurance claims and additional damage coverage through personal injury claims. The person …
Car accidents are traumatic events. However, in some cases, the actual collision is not the hardest part. The aftermath of a car accident can be complicated and frustrating, especially when insurance companies are involved. Although the state of Colorado does everything it can to protect drivers from long insurance processes, the companies do have rights. …
“Lane splitting” is a term used to define any instance in which a driver shares space next to another motorist in the same lane. This term is most commonly used to describe situations in which motorcyclists split lanes to pass between lanes of slower-moving traffic. This may seem like a prudent move in certain situations, …
Bicycles are environmentally friendly, fun to ride, and a healthy choice for local transportation. However, you face the risk of serious injury every time you take your bike on the road near motor vehicle drivers. Therefore, when a bicycle accident happens, it is crucial to know what to do and what not to do to …
Prior to 2003, the state was a no-fault state for car accidents. This meant that if you had a car accident, you would file a claim against your own auto insurance policy to cover your damages, regardless of who caused the accident. You would only have grounds to seek recompense from the other driver if …
Every state in the country has different laws and statutes for resolving car accidents. Some states enforce no-fault systems, requiring drivers to carry their own personal injury protection insurance that they would use should an accident occur, regardless of who caused it. Others, including Colorado, use the fault system, meaning the driver at fault bears …
Gas-powered scooters and other personal vehicles known as mopeds are commonly used throughout the state, and while these vehicles are not subject to the same laws governing motor vehicles like cars, trucks, and motorcycles, the state does enforce specific laws that you must acknowledge if you intend to use any type of gas-powered scooter or …
If you or a family member recently sustained a physical injury and/or economic loss because of another party’s actions, you can seek accountability for their actions with a personal injury claim. While the average person is likely familiar with the concept of a personal injury suit, many misconceptions surround this area of civil law, particularly …
Every driver has various rights and responsibilities when it comes to maintaining their driving privileges, and losing your license can be a tremendous problem in various ways. However, if you have lost your license for any reason, it is never worth risking the penalties associated with driving with a suspended or revoked license. Unless you …
