Denver (Dara Zeier) -- Summer will soon fade into fall and temperatures will slowly start cooling down. But for now, prime motorcycle season is underway. While you might see a motorcyclist lane splitting in traffic, it is actually illegal in Colorado. What is lane splitting? The Colorado State Patrol said it is a traffic maneuver...

Accidents involving taxis are not uncommon. However, determining liability after an accident involving a taxicab can be challenging. Just like any other type of vehicle accident, crashes involving taxis must be thoroughly investigated by law enforcement and insurance carriers. Here, we want to discuss taxi liability issues that you need to be aware of...

There are plenty of motorcycle enthusiasts throughout the state of Colorado. Even though this state offers plenty of scenic riding opportunities, motorcyclists do face many risks on the roadways. Here, we want to specifically look at motorcyclist safety on the highways throughout Colorado. Operating on motorcycles presents several challenges unique to motorcyclists that need...

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...

Nearly everyone has been in an accident at some point in their life. Colorado laws and insurance companies have fairly straightforward protocols in cases where each party privately owns their vehicle. (more…)

It’s tough to keep a cool head after an auto accident. Even if you and your passengers come out seemingly unhurt, you may still feel bewildered, frightened, or angry. Maintaining presence of mind after an accident is important, however, since what you say and do after a wreck can greatly affect your settlement after...

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...

Love is in the air and many of us will be heading to our favorite restaurant to celebrate Valentine’s Day with our special someone. These romantic dinners may involve wine, beer, or cocktails, as we gaze lovingly into each other’s eyes. What many of us do not realize is how easy it is to...