A series of articles in the Denver Post have investigated the link between the increase of traffic fatalities in Colorado and the legalization of marijuana. In a recent study released by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) as reported by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Association (NHTSA), shows a significant upward trend in...

[caption id="attachment_2919" align="alignleft" width="286"] Marco F. Bendinelli, Esq.[/caption] Marco F. Bendinelli has accomplished what no other Personal Injury Attorney has ever done in the state of Colorado. He obtained two jury verdicts in excess of $1 million each in less than a month* $2.1 Million Jury Verdict: Scholle v. Delta Airlines On March 25, 2016, in...

Do you ever wonder if those positive client reviews that you see on some Denver personal injury law firms' websites are really written by actual clients? Well, here’s Meloni, an actual Bendinelli Law Firm client who shared her experience in her own words, in her own handwriting. It doesn’t get any more real than...

As a motorcycle rider, you’re exposed to an increased risk for accidents every time you head out on the road. Driving safely, of course, is the best way to reduce those risks while still truly enjoying the feel of the open road. Understanding Colorado’s motorcycle laws is incredibly important for your safety. Here, we’ll...

Riding a motorcycle is all about feeling free and alive and living on the edge. But, along with that excitement, motorcycles have an increased risk of accidents and injuries. Motorcyclists are far outnumbered by cars, trucks, SUVs and other motor vehicles and many drivers are unaware of the risks facing those who ride. Although...

When you’ve been in a car or motorcycle accident in Colorado, you may feel your injuries immediately or you may feel just fine. But all accidents are traumatic to the victim in some way. They can cause emotional, mental, and physical symptoms. However, in many cases, you could experience delayed symptoms which may not...

One of the best way to reduce your risk of being in a vehicular accident is to practice defensive driving techniques at all times. It doesn’t matter if you are learning to drive for the first time or if you’ve been driving for decades; it is always a good idea to review your techniques...

The legalization of marijuana in Colorado has raised some questions over driving while impaired on cannabis. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) launched an initiative called Drive High, Get a DUI in order to educate the public about the laws and consequences of driving high. CDOT wants this outreach to communicate three main ideas:...

As the weather warms, more and more motorcycles are populating the roads. Veteran motorcyclists don’t skip a beat, quickly hitting the open road with grace and skill. But not all motorcyclists are seasoned veterans. Some of these riders may have little experience driving on roads, traffic-populated or otherwise. Riding a new motorcycle can be...

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and you’re probably making plans to meet up with friends for drinks and a lot of fun! There are many events that start the day off early with fun runs, parades, and green beer. Synonymous with binge drinking, St. Patrick’s Day has become one to forget,...