In January of 2020, Colorado’s red flag law will take effect. The proposed bill was approved by Governor Jared Polis earlier this year but was met with some resistance. Many of the state’s police departments said they would ignore the law, as it violates people’s constitutional rights. What Is a Red Flag Law? In response to the number of...
Continue ReadingFollowing Safe Driving Laws Not only are there safety practices to follow during snowy months in Colorado, there are laws that apply to our vehicles during winter months, as well. Law enforcement officials have created laws to follow with regard to tires that help protect you and other drivers on the road. The Active Traction Law (code 15) requires motorists to have...
Continue ReadingWarning: Social Media Posts Are Forever No matter charges you are facing, there is always a risk of social media being brought into you case as evidence. Even if you have scoured your recent posts and deleted anything you thought could be used against you, deleted posts are still accessible by law enforcement. If you are facing criminal charges,...
Continue ReadingBicycle injuries and accidents on the road are often caused by driver negligence or reckless actions. Death or serious injury can be the result of such bicycle accidents, as Colorado residents hear about in the news every month. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, it pays to seek legal counsel from an experienced attorney who has your...
Continue ReadingIn 2015, University of Colorado Boulder student Ian Scheuermann, now 23, was charged with second-degree murder after he got into a brawl with fellow student Sean Hudson and stabbed him six times, resulting in Hudson’s death. Scheuermann argued self-defense, saying that Hudson and his friends were looking to start a fight. Ian is quoted as saying he was “trying...
Continue ReadingWhen you are behind the wheel of a motor vehicle, driving safely should be your priority. Your life and the lives of others count on it. Unfortunately, distractions on the road are only increasing, especially with the pervasive presence of smartphones. It is important to remember that, even though we might all lead busy lives and are tempted to...
Continue ReadingJust about any time a person has a car accident, it is an overwhelming and traumatic event. It happens suddenly, takes everyone involved by surprise, and can have lasting consequences. Some car accidents might seem minor, producing seemingly insignificant injuries, but appearances can be deceiving. Symptoms for injuries do not always arise immediately, nor are they always visible. If you...
Continue ReadingWhile juvenile court tends to focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment, it still doesn’t allow automatic expungements when a young offender turns 18. Unless you specifically ask for an expungement from the court, your record will remain confidential unless it’s requested by others, such as a potential employer or landlord. The offense can make your future life extremely difficult,...
Continue ReadingDriving is one of the most dangerous things we do every day. Even when we are of completely sound and alert mind, accidents happen. These accidents increase exponentially when you or other drivers on the road have been drinking, speeding, or are generally driving distracted. At Gerash Steiner & Blanton, P.C., we want to put an end to the...
Continue ReadingIt’s almost impossible to imagine our lives without social media in some capacity. Whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, we have grown to use social media as a form of entertainment, communication, news updates, and voicing our opinions. However, social media is one of the fastest and most notorious ways of getting into trouble, especially if you are already...
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