Personal Injury Legal Blog

Anyone who has ever been a pedestrian involved in an accident knows how complex these cases can become, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the laws of Colorado.  If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, a Pueblo personal injury lawyer can help unravel the legal aspects of your accident and allow you the time you need to heal from your injuries. 

When cars collide with pedestrians, the potential for serious injury is very high.there is high potential for serious injury. In the United States, about 5,000 pedestrians are killed in motor vehicle accidents every year, and according to the National Highway Traffic Association, 11 percent of these are pedestrian accidents.

As a Pueblo personal injury lawyer, I am pleased to see an outpouring of support from the auto industry on a wider ban on texting while driving.  Earlier this year, Colorado lawmakers made it illegal for drivers in the state to use a handheld mobile device while driving.  More stringent than similar laws in other states, the law prohibits Colorado motorists from handling a texting device even while stopped at a red light.  This legislation has prompted other states to take a closer look at their laws and consider revising them to meet the standards set by Colorado. 

What is a slip and fall injury? 

Anytime you slip and fall in a public place or private residence, and sustain injuries, you may be able to file for a slip and fall injury suit.  However, if the cause of the accident was your fault, you may be ineligible to file a suit.  If you are wondering whether your incident qualifies for a slip and fall lawsuit, it makes sense to consult with a Colorado Springs personal injury attorney who has experience in these matters.

If you have been charged with a crime and feel your constitutional rights have been violated by an illegal search, a Colorado criminal defense attorney can help you.  First, it makes sense to learn your rights.   According to the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, illegal search and seizure is an important issue, guaranteeing the "right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures..."  Violation of these rights has been cited by defense attorneys in many criminal cases, often resulting in the charges being dropped or dismissed.    However, in the context of the war on drugs, and its subsequent expansion of police powers, evidence produced through illegal search and seizure has been allowed in some cases.  This development has presented a significant challenge to the Fourth Amendment’s integrity.

If you suffer a “slip and fall” injury in Colorado, what should you do?   We’ve all heard the ads from Colorado personal injury attorneys claiming they will get you a quick settlement for a “slip and fall” injury, but few people know the steps that need to be taken immediately following an injury like this. 

It seems like every day we hear about another accident that could have been prevented if the driver wasn’t distracted by their mobile phone.  As if holding a cell phone while driving weren’t dangerous enough, now people are actually trying to text and send emails from behind the wheel.