Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Motorcycle Laws
Obeying the law can help you avoid motorcycle injuries and accidents. More than 8 million motorcycles are registered in the United States, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). A startling statistic: The number of deaths of motorcyclists in...
Road Work Has Continued During the Pandemic
From September 1, 2018, until the end of 2019, there were more than 1,500 auto accidents in construction zones on I-25. Even as many people have been stuck at home during the pandemic, roadway projects have continued in some areas. And the warmer weather we're now...
The State of Self-Driving Cars in Colorado
State Provides Hospitable Regulatory Environment for Autonomous Vehicles Quiet, efficient, safe, driverless vehicles may one day be commonplace on Colorado roads. In 2018, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Chief of Advanced Mobility Amy Ford reported: "We...
Seat Belts Save Lives
So Why Do Drivers and Passengers Fail to Buckle Up? All 50 states, including Colorado, have mandatory seat belt laws, so why doesn't everyone buckle up? Wearing a seat belt can prevent car accident injuries by restraining both the driver and the passengers from sudden...
When Child Safety Seats Are Unsafe
Authorities Say One Popular Model Should be Discarded The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently sent out a consumer notice alerting people of a safety problem with the Little Passenger Seat. Authorities say the bench-style seat should be...
Recovering Damages in a Colorado Wrongful Death Case
How Loved Ones Can Be Compensated for Their Loss A wrongful death lawsuit enables family members to obtain compensation for the loss of a loved one from a person who can be held liable for the death. Who is entitled to wrongful death damages? During the first year...