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Motorcycles are a popular form of transportation and recreation in Colorado, especially in the warmer months. However, there are many laws that apply to riders, and violations of these laws can lead to citations and other legal issues.  The sections below discuss Colorado’s motorcycle laws and how to stay compliant.  How Does Colorado Law…

Most personal injury claims in Colorado are based on negligence. However, there is a difference between ordinary negligence and gross negligence. These two legal concepts are often confused, but they represent different levels of wrongdoing and can impact the potential damages awarded in a case.  Overview of Ordinary Negligence Ordinary negligence is the basis…

Colorado recently enacted significant reforms to its non-economic damage limits in personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice cases. In 2024, Governor Jared Polis signed House Bill 24-1472 and raised long-standing damage caps. These new limits took effect on January 1, 2025. Higher Caps for Personal Injury Claims Colorado law places statutory limits on…

Multi-vehicle accidents are some of the most complex traffic collisions. These chain-reaction crashes often involve several cars and conflicting accounts of what happened. Sorting out who is legally responsible can be a challenge, especially when drivers and insurers point the finger at each other.  Understanding how liability works after a multi-vehicle crash can help…

Seat belts save lives. However, Colorado continues to lag behind much of the nation when it comes to seat belt enforcement and usage. Traffic safety experts and lawmakers are calling for stronger seat belt laws to reduce serious injuries and deaths on Colorado roads. Seat Belts Are Required on Colorado Roads Colorado law requires…

When an injured party files a personal injury claim, insurance companies will investigate to evaluate whether it is liable for the incident. Part of the investigation process may include surveillance of the injured victim The sections below identify some of the most common surveillance tactics used by insurance companies.  Video and Photographic Surveillance Insurers…