Posted Fri 13th Nov, 2020 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Articles, Auto Accident Lawyer, Injury Law Firm, Personal Injury
During this pandemic, RV (Recreational Vehicle) use has skyrocketed, with sales of these motorhomes being reported up by as much as 90% in June. As the pandemic continues, as well as the need for safe, socially distanced travel, it is important to know the dangers that come with RV use to prevent accidents from happening. Due to the extra size and weight of an RV, accidents have potential to incur major injuries and damages and …
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Posted Mon 6th Apr, 2020 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Auto Accident Lawyer, Injury Law Firm, Personal Injury
Coronavirus and Health With the spread of COVID-19, it is important to practice daily routines in order to stay safe and healthy. Colorado has reported a substantial amount of cases of the coronavirus and we have collectively taken multiple precautions to help prevent the widespread of this virus. The best way to ensure that you and your family don’t get infected is to follow the mandates set in place by our local and statewide governments, …
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Posted Fri 26th Apr, 2019 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Auto Accident Lawyer, Personal Injury
If you have been following the local and national news lately, you have certainly seen the coverage of the fiery crash on Interstate 70 near the 20th Avenue/Denver West interchange. Law enforcement is still investigating the accident to determine what happened, but officials estimate that at least 4 people were killed and 10 people were injured in the massive collision involving at least 24 passenger vehicles and 4 semi-trucks. A 23 year-old Houston driver has …
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Posted Thu 28th Mar, 2019 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Legal Insights
Staying Safe in A Blizzard Recently Colorado went through a major winter storm that many described as a bomb cyclone. This storm and other storms like it are very dangerous. The first thing to remember to do during this time of the year is to pay attention to weather warnings. The national weather service issues national weather warnings and if one is active take extra precautions to stay safe. Here in Colorado, March is the …
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Posted Tue 19th Feb, 2019 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Injury Law Firm, Legal Insights
The light rail is a safe and convenient way of travel for anyone living in the Denver area. With multiple stops throughout Denver, the light rail provides a way for people to avoid traffic, spend less money, and reduce their carbon footprint. However, that does not mean that the light rail is free from danger. Even though it remains a safe way of transportation, there are many ways that people can be injured in a …
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Posted Thu 17th Jan, 2019 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Articles, Legal Insights
Winter is a beautiful season and brings with it many wonderful hobbies, holidays, and memories. However, the winter season also brings poor driving conditions that can cause serious injuries. Freezing temperatures mixed with snow,sleet, or rain causes the roads to be slick and dangerous. So, while driving this winter season, follow some of these tips to keep as safe as possible. When driving in winter conditions it’s important to maintain slower speeds. This helps to …
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Posted Fri 12th Oct, 2018 | by Charles Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Legal Insights, Personal Injury
If you have been around Denver recently, you’ve probably noticed people riding the electric scooters now available for rent in the downtown area. While these scooters are a great way for people to get places faster as well as help the environment, they come with risks. These scooters can go around 15 to 20 mph. That may seem slow at first, but it is fast enough to cause many injuries. These scooters are a great …
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Posted Mon 25th Apr, 2016 | by Jennifer Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Articles, Attorney, Auto Accident Lawyer, Injury, Lawyer
While negligence will likely be the principal cause of action for most cases arising out of a motor vehicle collision, it may be necessary to plead other associated causes of action. For example, the Federal Tort Claims Act provides the cause of action based on the negligence of a federal governmental employee. A claim involving the negligence of a state, county, city or political subdivision employee is brought under Colorado’s Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA) to …
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Posted Tue 8th Mar, 2016 | by Jennifer Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Attorney, Auto Accident Lawyer, Injury, Injury Law Firm, Lawyer
Causes of action for injuries resulting from motor vehicle collisions include claims based on: a tortfeasor’s (the responsible party) individual liability for the tortfeasor’s own acts and omissions; vicarious liability; contract; an injury to another (i.e. derivative claims); based on wanton and wanton conduct; and the right of subrogation. Negligence is the most often pled cause of action based on a tortfeasor’s own acts or omissions that give rise to a personal injury claim arising …
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Posted Mon 18th Jan, 2016 | by Jennifer Crichton | on Accident Law Firm, Articles, Auto Accident Lawyer, Injury, Injury Law Firm
As 2016 begins, it is safe to say that the majority of drivers on the road not only have a cell phone, but that cell phone is always in the car with them. With this in mind, I would urge all of those drivers who this applies to, to put your cell phone away each and every time you start your car. In short, STOP using your cell phone while you’re driving! Each year, over …
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