If you suffered injuries in an auto accident with a United States Postal Service (USPS) vehicle, you have a right to recover damages for your losses. However, understanding how to file a car accident claim with USPS is more complex because they are a federal government entity. You can’t simply file a lawsuit against a USPS worker as you...
Continue ReadingLike other states, Colorado has a statute of limitations for filing a car accident lawsuit. This rule often catches deserving victims off guard and may jeopardize their entire claim. At Gerash Steiner Blanton, P.C., our attorneys help file lawsuits within the statute of limitations to give your case the best chance possible. Here are some important facts about the...
Continue ReadingRideshare services such as Uber have become prevalent over the last decade, particularly in cities and metropolitan areas. It is a popular mode of transportation to and from work, appointments, and social gatherings, especially if you wish to indulge in a cocktail or two. With more and more Ubers on the road comes an increase in Uber car accident...
Continue ReadingAccording to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), approximately 92,910 car accidents occurred in Colorado in 2021. Of those accidents, just under 30,000 were front-to-rear accidents, and 21,609 were front-to-side accidents. More than 8,000 crashes involved drivers going the same direction, resulting in a side-to-side impact, and 7,492 involved parked cars. As of August 31, CDOT reports Colorado’s roadways...
Continue ReadingIf you suffer injury in a car accident that was another driver’s fault, you should receive compensation from that driver. But who determines fault in a car accident? Simply put, the insurance company or the court. To receive proper compensation for your losses after a car crash, you need to convince an insurance company, a judge, or a jury...
Continue ReadingIt is common for vehicle accident victims to have a lot of questions. One of the most common questions is, How much is the settlement if I was hit by a company vehicle? It is a valid question, and the answer varies depending on several factors that we will look at in this article. One of the most important...
Continue ReadingCar accidents can be traumatic, bringing about devastating consequences. Where the victims suffer serious injuries, the wounds, visible and invisible, may stay with victims for years to come. Families who lose a loved one in a car accident may never truly heal. Car accident settlements are a way for victims and the at-fault party to resolve the case without...
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