Blog - Page 12 of 15 - Gerash Steiner Blanton, P.C.

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Personal Injury

Buyer Beware: Children’s Cough Medicine Recall

On June 18, 2020, GSK Consumer Healthcare issued a nationwide recall of Children’s Robitussin® Honey Cough and Chest Congestion DM and Children’s Dimetapp® Cold and Cough because the products’ dosing cups are missing certain graduation marks. As a result, children may accidentally overdose if their parents administer too much medicine due to missing graduation marks. The recall applies to the following products: These products were...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 3 minutes | Employment Law

LGBTQ Pride Month & Workplace Impacts

History Is Still in the Making June is LGBTQ pride month. In 2016, 1 in 4 LGBT people reported experiencing discrimination, according to the Center for American Progress. That’s an alarming statistic considering pride month has existed for numerous years. The Library of Congress recognizes this month as one that “ … commemorates the events of June 1969 and works to achieve equal...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Blog

Need Help to Avoid Distracted Driving? Download These Apps!

Whether it’s to communicate with your friends and family, stay updated on people’s lives and current events or conduct daily activities, our cellphones have become the center of our lives. Unfortunately, we find it difficult to put our phones away, even while we’re operating a motor vehicle. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, cellphone use while driving is...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Blog

What You Need to Know About Birth Injuries

Determining Birth Injury versus Birth Defect If your child was injured at birth, the first thing to understand is the difference between a birth defect and a birth injury. A birth defect is a condition involving your child’s DNA, including cleft palate, Down Syndrome, or heart defects. These conditions are not due to outside influence and are usually not preventable. A birth...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Criminal Defense

Why You Still Need a Lawyer in a Misdemeanor Case

Being charged with a misdemeanor crime in Colorado can be a frightening, stressful, and confusing experience, especially if it is your first offense. However, since felonies are more serious than misdemeanors, you may overlook hiring a skilled criminal defense lawyer for your case. But remember, a crime is a crime. The complexities of the criminal justice system can leave you vulnerable...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Criminal Defense

Are Felons Allowed to Vote in Colorado?

Voting is one of the most important rights and responsibilities we as American citizens have in order to voice your opinion on what the government should do. If you believe you are paying too many taxes or you want more services, you can vote for a politician who promises to fulfill your wishes. With the midterms approaching and the...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Personal Injury

Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor Following a Car Accident Injury

If you have suffered an injury in a car accident, it is imperative to either obtain immediate medical attention or schedule a visit with your doctor if you sustained minor injuries. Not only will your doctor determine the full extent of your injuries and prescribe the necessary treatment to recover, but also important to the success of your car accident...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 3 minutes | DUI

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Colorado?

Police are generally not able to stop a motorist unless there is probable cause for it. In the event that a motorist is stopped without probable cause, any evidence obtained from it would be thrown out and any charges would likely be dismissed. DUI checkpoints in Colorado are a common sight, especially during holidays and weekends when people tend...

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Medical Malpractice

Prescription Errors and Medical Malpractice: Who is Liable?

While many of us think of mistakes made on the operating table when we think of medical malpractice, it actually encompasses far more than that, including prescription errors. These types of errors are often so severe that they can sometimes lead to irreparable harm or even death. Like any other medical malpractice case, prescription errors revolve around medical negligence....

Jul 14, 2021 | By GSB Staff | Read Time: 2 minutes | Appeals

What Is Hearsay, and Is It Admissible in Court?

Hearsay is a statement that was made out of court that proves the truth of the issue at hand. Often, this type of evidence is not admissible in court because it is considered unreliable secondhand information. However, exceptions do exist, and such statements can sometimes be admitted. Referring to Statements Made Out of Court An oral or written statement...

Legal Blog