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How is Fault Determined After a Car Accident?
Fault is a crucial factor in Colorado car accidents for both the accident victim and the responsible party, as Colorado is an at-fault state. This means accident victims may file a claim against the party responsible for the accident without first filing a claim with their own insurance company or meeting any damages threshold….
Types of Damages Available in Colorado Personal Injury Cases
“Damages” refers to the money a personal injury victim may recover from a negligent party after reaching a settlement or winning a civil lawsuit at trial. Damage amounts are unique to personal injury cases, as no two accidents or injury claims are alike. Damages available to a personal injury victim depend on a variety…
What Type of Evidence is Required to Prove a Wrongful Death Claim in Colorado?
A wrongful death in Colorado is a death caused by a wrongful act, neglect, or default of another. An individual or corporation may cause a wrongful death. A wrongful death claim is a type of personal injury claim. Eligible persons bring wrongful death claims to recover the damages they sustained due to the death…
Navigating Insurance Disputes After a Car Accident
If you were in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation for your provable losses. You have legal rights as the victim of a car accident. However, insurance companies are for-profit businesses focused on saving themselves money. Insurance adjusters will likely deny your insurance claim, shift blame for the accident,…
What to Do If You Have Back Pain from a Car Accident
If you have back pain from a car accident, you may be unsure where to turn for advice. Car accident victims whose injuries are caused by someone else’s negligence may qualify to file a personal injury claim. A personal injury claim can cover medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, and more. However, there…
Does Your Car Insurance Go Up After a Car Accident?
Whether your auto insurance costs go up after a Colorado car accident depends on who was at fault. Colorado law prohibits insurers from increasing insurance premiums following a car accident that is not the fault of the “insurance applicant, insured, household member, or permissive user.” An insurer may not remove any discounts from a…