Colorado natives are no strangers when it comes to driving in winter weather conditions. That said, severe weather during the winter months and slick road conditions contribute to nearly half a million car accidents and over 2,000 fatalities every season, according to...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What not to do after a car accident happens
While you may take steps to minimize your risk of being in an accident, there is no guarantee that others will be as careful. In 2010, there were 2.24 million traffic accidents that resulted in injuries, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration....
Be careful with what you say after a car crash
The aftermath of a car accident is often chaotic and confusing. Aside from dealing with your injuries and property damage, you need to communicate with multiple people. You may need to talk to other drivers, witnesses, police officers, insurance adjusters...
Drowsy driving is a bigger problem in Colorado than you think
Accidents happen for so many reasons, and often multiple factors are at play in the incident. One that has been garnering more attention over the years is drowsy driving. While it is nothing new, it is a growing problem as Americans are lacking sufficient sleep more...
Summer’s “100 Deadliest Days” a dangerous time to be on the road
When high school classes end for the year and teenagers start making their way to the streets and highways across Colorado, the number of car crashes involving teenage drivers increases as a result. So, too, does the number of fatal car wrecks involving drivers from...
Tips for talking to witnesses after a car accident
Car accidents can result in serious injuries. Two people suffered severe injuries after a three-car crash on Highway 7 in early April. Equipment was used to retrieve one of the individuals affected.It is vital to start mounting a car shortly after the car crash....
Colorado seat-belt rates are decreasing
Wearing a seat belt seems like such common sense, and yet so many people fail to buckle up. The rates in Colorado are among the lowest in the nation, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The rate for 2017 was 83.8 percent,...
4 questions to ask your doctor after a car accident
If you think there are more drivers than ever on metro-area roadways, you are correct. About 80,000 people move to Colorado every single year. With more drivers on already crowded roadways comes a greater risk of an automobile accident. Eventually, you may find...
How to know if you have whiplash after a car accident
Whiplash can occur in a variety of ways. However, most people experience it after a car accident. Ford recently issued a recall for 1.5 million F-150 pickup trucks due to a transmission issue that can cause the vehicles to lurch forward when downshifting. This...
3 common mistakes to avoid after a car crash
It is vital to realize no car accident case is simple. Even a minor two-car crash, such as what transpired at Boulder Canyon on January 14, can lead to lane closures and injuries. There is a lot you need to do after a motor vehicle accident. However, there is...