Road rage incidents are on the rise. Over the last decade in the United States, the number of reported road rage incidents grew by 500%. In 2024, in Colorado, the Colorado State Patrol handled more than 30,000 calls related to aggressive driving or road rage, accounting for 56% of the calls they handled. In the U.S., firearms are involved in…
Ignoring traffic signals can lead to car accidents, which can result in severe injuries or wrongful death. To help increase awareness about this issue, National Stop on Red Week is observed annually, the first full week of August. The annual campaign encourages drivers to follow traffic laws and highlights the potential dangers of ignoring traffic signals….
A significant number of accidents that occur in Colorado are caused by a certain form of distraction, be it visual, manual, or cognitive. To reduce distracted driving accidents and fatalities, the government introduced the hands-free law, which took effect on January 1, 2025. This law prohibits drivers from using a mobile device or even holding it…
Over the past 10 years, motorcycle deaths in Colorado have risen by 57%, an alarming trend that’s prompted a wave of motorcycle safety campaigns, driver awareness, and heightened community engagement about the dangers motorcyclists face every day. With the unofficial start of Spring, May is recognized as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and has been a…
Bicycling is a fantastic way to enjoy the scenery, burn calories, and stay fit. Colorado is the sixth-most bicycle-friendly state in the U.S.; however, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) roads in the Denver area (including Denver County and neighboring counties, such as Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Douglas, and Jefferson) average 142 bicycle accidents annually. Bicyclists injured…
Airbnb provides a marketplace for owners and managers of private vacation properties to find paying guests. However, it also exposes customers to a range of dangers, from scams to slip-and-fall accidents. The following Airbnb safety tips can eliminate some risks, and improve your legal position if something goes wrong. Check The Reviews And Ratings: What…
“Personal injury” is a term used in the legal field to describe harm caused to a person by another person’s carelessness. This harm can involve both physical pain and emotional distress, and can have far-reaching financial consequences for the victim, and their family. Consider these five examples of personal injury cases in Colorado, and how…
Does it seem like you see Amazon trucks everywhere you go these days? You aren’t alone. Delivery trucks have become ubiquitous on the streets of most cities and towns in recent years. Fewer people are shopping in person, and more people are ordering goods to be delivered.
While this may be convenient, it also creates a significant hazard. Delivery trucks are more dangerous than other vehicles due to size and because they regularly start and stop. If you are the victim of an Amazon delivery truck accident, you should contact a delivery truck accident lawyer as soon as possible.
When someone invites you to stay in a vacation rental, you have high expectations for safety. The Colorado Premises Liability Act defines the conditions for seeking financial compensation for injuries due to unsafe premises. A personal injury lawyer from Bachus & Schanker uses these laws to fight hosts for compensation after an Airbnb accident. Immediate…
Winter in Colorado brings with it the thrills and excitement of skiing down the many slopes at various ski resorts throughout the state. While skiing safety has improved over the years, with better gear and equipment, this high-speed sport’s risk of ski accidents and injuries is still a concern. The high impact of crashes and…
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