In Colorado, there are dozens of traffic laws ranging from parking violations to reckless driving and DUI. Colorado’s move-over law is up there with some of the most serious traffic offenses. Every state in the country has implemented some form of a move-over law. It is essential to understand the move-over law to avoid a ticket and to familiarize...
Continue ReadingGarbage trucks or trash trucks are a part of our everyday lives. Because of this, most of us are generally complacent and don’t pay too much to them. However, if you think about it, a trash truck is a large, heavy, dangerous piece of machinery. Any accident involving a garbage truck is considered a trash truck accident. The accident...
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 ReadingDomestic violence charges are no laughing matter. Colorado prosecutors take them extremely seriously, and so should you. Even a mere domestic violence accusation can be damaging. A conviction will most certainly have severe repercussions. If you were recently involved in an altercation with your spouse or partner and the police were called, you need to seek help from an...
Continue ReadingA slip and fall can cause various injuries, from broken bones to brain injuries and everything in between. You might have a legal claim if you or your loved one suffered a slip and fall injury because of someone else’s negligence. But you must file your lawsuit within the applicable slip and fall statute of limitations in Colorado. If...
Continue ReadingSemi-trucks and big rigs can cause significant injuries and property damage in an accident. Because these vehicles are dangerous and complex, maintenance checks should be a top priority. When mechanical problems strike, multi-car pileups can happen, ending or forever changing lives. So what are the common truck problems that lead to accidents in Colorado? In this post, we review...
Continue ReadingA violation of Colorado’s child molestation laws is a grave offense. A conviction for any of Colorado’s child molestation offenses means you could go to prison and have to list your name in the Sex Offender Registry. To protect your rights, you should act quickly to retain a highly qualified Colorado child molestation criminal defense lawyer. The Colorado criminal...
Continue ReadingAccidents involving semi-trucks, big rigs, eighteen-wheelers, and tractor-trailers can leave a lasting impact on people and property. The immense size of these vehicles means that even “minor” accidents can cause life-threatening injuries or death. At Gerash Steiner Blanton, P.C., we put people ahead of profits. We know that a truck accident is more than property damage—it’s your life. Every...
Continue ReadingYou might think that Colorado law would bar financial recovery for a person who has a drunk slip and fall accident. Fortunately, that is not the case. Landowners have a duty to protect all people—including people who are voluntarily intoxicated—from certain types of harm. But your case won’t be easy to win if you have an intoxicated slip and...
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