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Residents of nursing homes are there because they need medical expertise and care. The people who live in nursing homes need help with medications, mobility, cognition, or daily tasks such as eating and bathing. They are a vulnerable community in our country. Sometimes, as unthinkable as it is, these people are taken advantage of by …

Ridesharing is an increasingly popular transportation option. But passengers can suffer injuries in an Uber or Lyft just like in any other vehicle. If you have suffered injuries in a ridesharing vehicle accident, you may be wondering if you can pursue financial compensation. Ridesharing accidents can be complicated, but a Colorado Springs ridesharing accident lawyer …

Distracted driving is more than a nuisance; it is a danger to drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians. A motorist who is not paying attention can cause a serious accident that can result in debilitating injuries. Despite laws, fines, and campaigns designed to raise awareness, distracted driving continues to be a problem in Colorado and across …

It is very likely that at some point in your life, you will rely on healthcare professionals for the treatment of an injury, ailment, or illness. Going to see a doctor or specialist can help put you at ease, knowing that your health or the health of a loved one is in the hands of …

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), one of the most dangerous types of car crashes is rollover accidents. They account for nearly one percent of all crashes and one-third of accident-related fatalities. Rollovers occur when a vehicle tips onto its side or onto the roof. SUVs and trucks are more likely than …

Any kind of car accident is traumatic, but a hit and run accident is especially galling. When a driver crashes your car and speeds off before you even inspect the vehicles, you are helpless in their absence. You may be injured, bleeding, or trapped in your car without any other bystanders to help you. It …

When a loved one dies unexpectedly because of someone else’s negligence, the family is often left with emotional and financial challenges. Families are confused and unsure of their next steps as they deal with their personal loss and financial losses. While no amount of compensation will ever bring back your loved one, pursuing justice on …

Everyone has seen aggressive and reckless drivers on the roadways. Aggressive driving takes many forms, but essentially it is when a driver disregards the safety of others and drives in a negligent or careless manner. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that aggressive driving is, in fact, reckless driving. Serious accidents involving catastrophic …

There are so many repercussions after a car accident. Vehicles can end up damaged or destroyed, other property can become lost, victims may suffer injuries, and worst of all, accidents can end in fatality. One common car accident injury is whiplash. It can happen easily and take months to recover from. It can cause pain, …

It is important for drivers to understand when they have the right of way and when they should yield to other drivers. When a motorist fails to yield the right of way as required, it can result in a collision, seriously injuring the driver, the passengers in another vehicle, or a pedestrian. If you were …

Even though drunk driving is illegal and dangerous, people still get behind the wheel while intoxicated, often with devastating consequences. A collision caused by a drunk driver may lead to life-threatening injuries and even death for a driver and passengers in another vehicle and for pedestrians. If you were hurt by a drunk driver, you …

Any time you go into a public space as a visitor, consumer, or everyday citizen, your safety is at risk. Thankfully, many businesses and public areas use security services to help keep you safe. However, sometimes things go wrong, and your safety is jeopardized. You could even suffer from an injury or the loss of …

Often, car crashes in Colorado can be handled through an insurance claim with the at-fault driver’s policy. The adjuster will take into account your medical bills and other expenses and cut you a settlement for your losses. However, what happens when you get hit in Colorado by a driver who’s driving without proof of insurance? …

If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, you deserve justice. Slip and falls are often the result of property owners’ negligence to maintain good care of their property. Perhaps you slipped down some stairs due to a faulty handrail or slipped in rain puddles at the entrance to a grocery store. …

The injuries from a bus accident can change your life—whether temporarily or indefinitely. In either case, the medical expenses and lost income from days missed at work can present overwhelming financial challenges. If you suffered injuries in a bus accident—whether the accident involved a transit, city, or school bus—you should not have to endure financial …

A car accident injury can cause a series of issues in the life of a victim. Beyond the physical pain an accident victim experiences, they also face the stress over medical bills and lost income from time away from work. Adding to this, car crash survivors continue to endure the emotional trauma of their accident …

With little structural protection, a bicyclist involved in a collision with a motor vehicle stands the risk of suffering severe injuries. These injuries come with hefty medical expenses. Missing time at work to receive treatment and recover further deepens the victim’s financial trouble. If you experienced a bicycle accident, and another driver or entity caused …

If you have been severely injured in a motorcycle accident that happened because of another person’s negligence, you deserve justice, and a Colorado Springs motorcycle accident lawyer may be able to help you get it. A lawyer can fight to get you the financial awards you deserve so that you can focus on a successful …