Personal Injury Blog - Law Offices of Dianne Sawaya LLC

Pedestrian Rights in Colorado: What Drivers and Walkers Need to Know

Posted on June 12, 2025

Colorado’s beautiful outdoor spaces and booming cities mean pedestrians and drivers often share busy roads. Whether you’re crossing near Union Station, navigating traffic near Red Rocks, or exiting off I-70 or I-25, understanding your rights and responsibilities is critical to staying safe. When you’re walking or driving in Colorado,...

Traumatic Brain Injuries After Car Accidents

Posted on June 6, 2025

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be one of the most serious and often overlooked outcomes of a car accident. These injuries aren’t always obvious at first. In fact, many people walk away from a crash, not realizing their brain has been injured. However, over time, symptoms can appear that disrupt daily...

What Insurance Adjusters Don’t Want You to Know About Your Injury Claim

Posted on June 3, 2025

Whether you were injured in a crash on I-70 during ski season, sideswiped near Red Rocks after a concert, or hit while exiting I-25 in downtown Denver, the insurance adjuster may sound helpful, even sympathetic. But make no mistake—their job is to protect the insurance company, not you. They are trained to...

What to Do in the First 48 Hours After a Car Accident in Denver

Posted on May 19, 2025

Car accidents can turn your life upside down in seconds. Whether it happened on I-25 during rush hour or near Red Rocks after a concert, the first 48 hours are critical. What you do—or don’t do—can shape your recovery and affect the strength of any personal injury claim. At the Law Offices...

Motorcycle Safety in the Rockies: Navigating Denver’s Unique Hazards

Posted on May 12, 2025

Riding a motorcycle in Denver offers a sense of freedom you can’t quite match in a car. But the same roads that give you breathtaking views also come with serious risks, especially when you're dealing with the mountains, changing weather, and heavy traffic. If you ride in or around Denver, it’s important...

Distracted Driving Statistics in Denver and What They Mean

Posted on May 5, 2025

Whether you're merging onto I-70 near downtown Denver or heading past Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Colorado’s roads demand your full attention. But far too many people split their focus behind the wheel—checking phones, grabbing a bite, or adjusting the radio. These distractions can lead to serious, even deadly, consequences. In this post, we’re...

Help Save the Welton Street Café!

Posted on May 13, 2021

After more than two decades of serving customers in Five Points, the Welton Street Cafe is in danger of closing. Issues with the restaurant’s building are threatening to shut down this community gathering place. Denver7Gives is taking donations to help with repairs and save this Five Points well known restaurant. The Law Offices Of...

Dog Bite Safety

Posted on April 5, 2018

Did you know that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur each year in the United States? Take a look at our infographic to learn more about dog bite safety and be sure to contact us if you've been injured by a violent dog. Click on the image below to view the...

Dianne Sawaya Named to Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Posted on April 11, 2017

Recently, Dianne was named to both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum as a lifetime member. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as one of the most elite groups of trial attorneys in the country, with over 5,000 members. Fewer than...

Distracted Driving – Animals in the Car

Posted on January 16, 2017

About two-thirds of dog owners admit they have engaged in a distracting behavior while driving with their dogs, according to a recent survey from the American Automobile Association (AAA). Many of these canine passengers — about 84 percent — are free...