On average, 6 U.S. teens die each day as a result of car accidents. At Gerash Steiner & Blanton, P.C., we want you to feel comfortable, confident, and, most of all, safe on the road. Read up on these 6 driving tips for teens. 1. Don’t Drive Distracted. According to DMV.org, the average person loses focus for more than 4 seconds while...
Continue ReadingHow does Colorado categorize sex crimes, and what are the associated punishments? Read on to find out. Types of Sex Crimes Colorado organizes sex crimes into 2 specific categories: sexual assault and unlawful sexual contact. The state then has assigned punishments for each category. Sexual AssaultUnder Colorado law, sexual assault is forced, physical insertion, penetration or intrusion of an item into...
Continue ReadingVoting 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...
Continue ReadingIf 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...
Continue ReadingPolice 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...
Continue ReadingWhile 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....
Continue ReadingHearsay 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...
Continue ReadingIn Colorado, crimes are divided into different levels – two of them being felonies and misdemeanors. The state’s laws treat offenses committed in these categories differently, which is most notably evident in the penalties assessed for a conviction. Felonies in Colorado Felonies are the most serious type of offense. These crimes can include false imprisonment, sexual assault, aggravated robbery,...
Continue ReadingAugust brings the beginning of the school year for many students. That means buses will be making routes around town, picking up and dropping off kids. Unfortunately, drivers may forget the rules of the road in school zones, placing children at risk of being involved in an accident that causes injury or death. When a vehicle passes a stopped...
Continue ReadingIn 2018, Colorado law enforcement agencies reported 139 cases of hate crimes. That’s almost double the 96 cases that were reported just a year earlier. Of those reported in 2018: 73 were based on race/ethnicity bias, 24 were based on religious bias, 24 were based on sexual orientation bias, 4 were based on disability bias, and 3 were based on gender identity...
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