As shocking and difficult as this may be, pedestrians cause the majority of pedestrian accidents. Even as distracted driving makes major headlines across the country as a growing cause of traffic accidents, not many people discuss distracted walking. This is largely due to the fact that individuals who walk while distracted don’t plow into Starbucks, telephone poles, or other drivers. Nonetheless, like all major traffic accidents, the federal government keeps statistics on the cause of pedestrian accidents. According to The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, The U.S. Department of Transportation, and The Governors Highway Safety Association, in about half of these accidents, …
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The Majority of Pedestrian Fatalities Happen in Large Metropolitan Areas An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you get compensation for serious injuries. The vast majority of pedestrian fatalities occur in major urban centers just like Denver. San Francisco is well known for being among the worst cities in the country for pedestrians. Not only does the Bay Area have a ton of foot traffic, but it lacks a freeway system to direct its significant auto traffic out and around the city. Instead, San Francisco has a network of highways directing traffic through the heart of the city. For those …
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Impaired driving is a serious problem on Colorado’s roads. According to statistics from the Colorado Department of Transportation, impaired drivers cause about 6,000 crashes each year. These accidents cause around 60 fatalities and over 3,000 injuries each year. If you were injured by a drunk driver, you need to understand DUI accident insurance claims. Does the Driver’s Insurance Policy Cover the Accident? After a collision, the responsible driver responsible must pay out claims using their insurance policy. Colorado requires that drivers carry at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident in liability insurance. These amounts should cover injuries sustained from the …
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Colorado law requires that the property owners and lessees keep their property in a reasonably safe condition for visitors. You may be wondering: do I actually have a premises liability case? Unfortunately, it is not always clear whether or not the landowner has breached their duty to you. If you have been injured at a business or on a private residence, then you should meet with an experienced Denver premises liability attorney to discuss your options. Depending on the circumstances, you might be able to sue for compensation. Types of Premises Liability Cases At Roberts Accident Law, we handle all …
Dog bites can cause thousands of dollars of damage and take months to heal. Bites to the face are particularly traumatic. It is possible to lose your vision or suffer nerve damage that will permanently alter your appearance. Because of their small size, children are especially prone to a dog bite to the face. If this happened to you, here are the steps to take after a dog bite to the face. Stop the Bleeding The face bleeds more easily than other parts of the body because of the high number of blood vessels just below the surface of the …
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