Why Did Colorado Work-Related Fatalities Increase in 2021?
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Why Did Colorado Work-Related Fatalities Increase in 2021?

While unfortunate, wrongful deaths throughout Colorado have increased throughout 2021 according to recent data collected by state officials and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While workplaces have a duty of care to ensure the safety of their employees and workers, injuries and fatalities can still occur. Workplace wrongful deaths can result from both negligent and…

Denver: 100-Car Crash After First Snowfall in Denver

Denver: 100-Car Crash After First Snowfall in Denver

The early November 100-vehicle car crash on one of Denver’s most populated highways southwest of Downtown was a scene like no other. On the morning of Friday, November 4th, just before 6:30 a.m., slick conditions from the overnight snowfall created the perfect storm for drivers.  As commuters were starting their day, icy and slick patches…

Fort Collins and Colorado’s DOT Moving Towards Zero Deaths Initiative

Fort Collins and Colorado’s DOT Moving Towards Zero Deaths Initiative

Fort Collins was the first city in the state to join Colorado’s DOT Moving Towards Zero Deaths Initiative in 2016. Fort Collins joined this program to help promote better roadway safety within the city and reduce traffic fatalities, serious injuries, and crashes.  What is the Zero Deaths Initiative in Fort Collins, CO?  Fort Collins Zero Deaths Initiative is a…

Community Service Response Teams: Who Are They? What Do They Do?

Community Service Response Teams: Who Are They? What Do They Do?

Since January 1, 2022, through October 20, 2022, there have been 6,915 traffic accidents in Adams County, 5,985 accidents in Arapahoe County, and 3,095 crashes in Douglas County, as reported by the Colorado Department of Transportation. Out of those traffic accidents, 3,578 occurred in Aurora, which amounts to an average of 12 accidents per day….

The Physical, Emotional and Financial Effects of a Car Accident
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The Physical, Emotional and Financial Effects of a Car Accident

A car accident can disrupt a person’s entire way of life. Physical injuries may make it difficult to work and enjoy activities that used to be commonplace. Too often, victims and their loved ones focus on the physical injuries that stem from an accident while not giving enough attention to the emotional and financial fallout…

10 Safety Tips for Sharing the Road With Trucks
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10 Safety Tips for Sharing the Road With Trucks

It can be nerve-wracking or intimidating to drive when there are big trucks around you. According to J.D. Power1, the average semi-truck weighs five times more than cars or other smaller vehicles! Knowing how to safely drive while sharing the road with large trucks is essential for you, other drivers, and pedestrians. Here are 10…