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Accidents happen, and sometimes they occur in the last place you'd expect—on the property of a friend or neighbor. While we all hope for a quick recovery from injuries, the question of compensation inevitably arises when medical bills and lost wages begin to mount.

When you're involved in a car accident in Colorado, the laws governing personal injury claims can significantly impact your case. As representatives of a law firm with extensive experience in handling such cases, we're here to guide you through the intricacies of Colorado's car accident laws.

In Colorado, drivers who fall asleep at the wheel and cause an accident can be held liable for the resulting damages. Losing control of your vehicle due to drowsiness is generally considered negligent behavior, which forms the foundation for liability in personal injury cases.

Imagine you're a skilled carpenter and you injure your hand in an accident. Because of the injury, you can't perform your usual woodworking tasks anymore. Your lost earning capacity would be the income you could have made from your carpentry work if you hadn't been injured.

Getting involved in a car accident can be a life-altering event, causing not only physical pain but also emotional distress and financial strain. We understand that the aftermath of such an incident can be overwhelming, with victims often left to navigate through complex legal procedures while trying to heal and put their lives back together.

From major airline disasters to electric car accidents, black boxes have helped authorities unravel the mysteries of what happened in the moments prior to an accident occurring.

If your child caused a car accident—or any other kind of accident—it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. The thought of penalties you might face for your child’s actions may add even more stress to your situation.

If you are injured because of someone else’s negligence, actions, inactions, or intent, you can file a personal injury claim – or lawsuit – against that person, or entity if it’s a business.

Car accidents come in all types and all levels of severity, with an almost limitless number of potential causes. One surprisingly common cause of car accidents is medical emergencies. If someone suffers a health issue while driving or is not driving safely due to a sudden emergency, it puts their own safety and the well-being of others on the road at risk. If a medical emergency causes an accident, who is at fault? The answer to such a question can be complicated.

Car accidents are among the common causes of injuries, hospitalizations, and deaths in Colorado and the United States. Accident victims may suffer minor or serious injuries, including broken bones, whiplash, head injuries, concussion, back injury, bruising, and TBI.