Driver fatigue is one of several recurring factors in traffic accidents across Denver and throughout the country. While that is well known, new research shows that drivers may not be
Two teenagers visiting from Illinois were recently killed in a sledding accident on Colorado’s Copper Mountain, a tragic reminder of the risks that can come with hitting the slopes. The
The intersection of Colfax Avenue and Moline Street near Denver is among the most dangerous in the state for pedestrians and bicycle riders, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.
A Las Vegas couple was lucky to walk away unharmed after a recent single-car accident on I-70 in Colorado that they say was caused by a pothole. The harrowing crash,
A Denver police lieutenant is reportedly under investigation for hitting and killing a pedestrian. The accident happened at about 11 p.m. on a Tuesday in late February at the intersection
A series of accidents on Interstate 25 in Douglas County have earned it a morbid moniker: “The Road of Death.” Now state officials are making a number of design changes
A string of crashes on Interstate 70 near Glenwood Canyon has prompted state officials to take action to combat dangerous driving. It also has them urging motorists to be particularly
Colorado drivers are ignoring “move over and slow down” warnings, as well as state laws enforcing them, according to officials. An “alarming” spike in car crashes involving emergency and other
The brother of a well-known Denver Nuggets basketball player is facing serious criminal charges over an alleged DUI crash that left a local Uber driver dead and her passenger injured.
The new year started on a grim note across the Denver metro area, as a string of hit-and-run accidents in January left a trail of injured and dead local residents.
New data show an unsettling trend for anyone hitting the road in Colorado: the risk of dying in a traffic accident is increasing. Traffic fatalities statewide reached the highest total
It is not just dangerous and negligent drivers who put people traveling by two feet at risk in Denver and across Colorado. Government planners also deserve some of the blame
Being buzzed feels a lot different than being drunk. You enjoy the euphoria without losing control. Is it okay to drive in that condition? After all, you feel like you
Distracted driving is a problem in Colorado. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, about 400,000 people are injured in distracted driving accidents each year. And despite knowing the dangers,
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you deserve to receive the right medical treatment to help you achieve the best possible recovery. But how will you pay for
Many people now choose to mount dashcams in their cars to record the view through the windshield automatically. These cameras can provide valuable evidence if the vehicle is involved in
Car accidents can cause a wide range of serious and even life-threatening injuries. Even when those involved in an accident are fortunate enough to walk away without serious injuries, their
New details emerging from a tragic truck accident in Weld County expose a staggering level of negligence by the company that owned and operated the big rig. It should serve
The first snowfall of the season in Denver was quickly followed by a major accident that snarled traffic and left several vehicles inoperable. A total of 100 cars piled up
Car accidents happen every day in Denver and across Colorado. They come with the risk of serious and even life-threatening injuries, not to mention significant damage to the vehicles involved.
Being involved in a car accident can be a painful, stress-inducing and confusing experience. Still, crashes can and do happen. Many drivers, especially those who routinely spend significant time behind
No one is above the law when it comes to drinking and driving, not even if busting people for getting behind the wheel while intoxicated is part of your job
It can be difficult to prove how a car accident happened and who is to blame in the aftermath. Especially in cases involving multiple vehicles and various factors that may
Everyone knows that car accidents in Denver cause serious injuries, deaths, and extensive property damage. What is not as well understood are the causes of those accidents. Often, a collision
We live in a dangerous world, and some of the routine activities we engage in daily are actually the most hazardous. Driving is probably the best example. Getting out on
Pumpkin patches, hayrides, and corn mazes don’t commonly evoke safety concerns in most people in Denver. We picture a golden afternoon of innocent fun as the sun slowly sinks toward
Serious injuries are not always apparent, particularly after a traumatic event like a car accident. Victims often tell others at the scene that they’re not hurt because they don’t feel
Car accidents happen in a wide variety of different ways, but speeding is often to blame. This is true despite volumes of data linking excessive speed to crashes and widespread
The open road calls to us. Whether we are heading off to visit family or setting out to explore new terrain, traveling in your own car is often the more
Many people use the term “catastrophic injuries” to apply to any personal injury case. However, catastrophic injuries are a special type of severe injuries with life-changing consequences. Catastrophic injury cases
Switching lanes in today’s traffic can be a stressful experience, and doing so is often the cause of quite a few accidents. Being injured in a car accident caused by
Have you experienced an injury while at work or performing duties related to your job? You could be entitled to coverage for your medical bills, a portion of your lost
Delays caused by the shortage of truck drivers have consumers frustrated and annoyed. What they should be more concerned about, however, are the dangerous problems the shortage is causing on
Driving is one of the most powerful and dangerous skills a human can acquire in our society. Learning this skill is something we usually assign to teens who are still
In driver’s education classes, we all learned the importance of safe driving techniques, such as adjusting the mirrors in advance and reducing speed in bad weather. However, no one ever
Hitting the road in Colorado can pose some unique hazards stemming from the state’s rugged terrain and harsh weather. That’s not to mention the challenges that come with driving in
Some workplaces are more dangerous than others, but all jobs carry some inherent risks. That means that any employee could suffer a workplace injury with potentially life-altering consequences. A fall
When someone’s negligent behavior causes you to suffer injuries in a car accident, no amount of money will heal your wounds or erase the trauma. However, compensation can help you
Following an auto accident, one of the most important things to do is to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Auto accidents can result in various internal and external
Accidents can and do happen despite technological advances and efforts to cut down on dangerous activity behind the wheel. Collisions involving large commercial trucks are particularly dangerous. They can result
Although some Colorado accident cases go to trial in front of a judge and jury, many are resolved through a negotiated settlement. That is particularly true when dealing with insurance
We all know that when car accidents in Denver occur between vehicles traveling at high speeds, the heavy impact often causes severe injuries. Unfortunately, many people assume that the opposite is
The consumer desire and government mandates are putting more electric vehicles on the road than ever before, and that trend is only predicted to increase over time. If you’re contemplating
Here in Denver, we get plenty of snow and ice every winter. Unfortunately, while this means lots of opportunities for skiing and sledding, it also means that winter weather-related accidents
In Colorado, ski area operators have certain legal responsibilities to protect the safety of skiers and snowboarders. While skiers and snowboarders assume a certain amount of risk by engaging in
Almost half of the fatal car accidents in large cities like Denver are caused by drunk drivers. As staggering as this fact is, it has been a fact for a long
Coloradans are well-known cycling enthusiasts, and it is no secret that Denver is a bicycle-friendly town. State legislators have even enacted laws to make them more bike-friendly. As summer approaches,
A driver who police say caused a fatal multi-car crash while evading cops in a stolen vehicle is now behind bars in Longmont, CBS4 reports. The 37-year-old driver of the
Car accidents happen in a number of different ways, from a low-speed fender bender at a traffic light to a pileup involving several cars on a busy highway. These crashes
A recent collision involving a motorcycle and a car in Aurora left the teenager on the bike dead, underscoring the risk of traveling on two wheels. The tragic crash occurred
