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Colorado GeoPlunge Tournament – May 2016

Posted on June 14, 2016

Our firm recently sponsored Colorado's 2nd GeoPlunge Tournament. Our team had a great time! [gallery link="file" columns="4" ids="2975,2976,2977,2979"]

9 Common Causes of Car Accidents – What you Need to Know

Posted on June 6, 2016

Car accidents can lead to property loss, injury, or even death. Unfortunately accidents are common in the Denver area, but what can you do to prevent them? The first step in prevention is to identify the most common causes. Dianne Sawaya, personal injury attorney in Denver Colorado created this visual chart to walk you...

Hoverboards: Dangerous or Not?

Posted on May 24, 2016

On Monday, February 29, a group of students at the University of Colorado was playing video games when an electronic hoverboard that was sitting motionless while it charged just a few feet away from them suddenly exploded. As FOX 31 KDVR News reported, the explosion...

The Top 3 Anti-Drunk Driving Commercials

Posted on May 17, 2016

"Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk" When The Ad Council first launched a campaign about drunk driving in 1983, the goal was to encourage people to stop their friends from getting behind the wheel after having a few too many drinks. According to The Ad Council,...

What You Need to Know About Slip and Falls

Posted on May 13, 2016

Did you know slip and falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries? How about on average you can lose 11 days of pay because of a slip and fall? Dianne Sawaya, personal injury attorney in Denver Colorado created this visual chart to walk you through what you need to know about...

Most Common Workers’ Comp Injuries [Infographic]

Posted on March 29, 2016

An injury can happen when you least expect it, even to the most cautious worker. However, by recognizing the most common types of workers' compensation injuries you can be more prepared to avoid situations which could put you in danger of harming yourself or others. To learn more about the most common injuries view...

GeoPlunge Tournament Photos

Posted on March 15, 2016

Back in January of this year, we sponsored Colorado's first GeoPlunge Tournament. Our staff had a great time working with the amazingly smart and enthusiastic students at Addenbrooke Classical Academy in Lakewood, Colorado. See photos from the event below. Now the students are preparing for the next tournament, which is scheduled for May 2016. [gallery link="file"...

What do you do if you get in a slip and fall accident in a grocery store?

Posted on January 18, 2016

In 2011, the Colorado Supreme Court affirmed a $15 million judgment awarded to a woman who fell at a Greeley Walmart. The superstore had appealed the jury verdict; however, it was upheld by the court. Slip and fall accidents can cause severe, traumatic...

Bicyclist Killed in Brighton Hit-and-Run Accident

Posted on January 18, 2016

Bicycles are becoming more popular in Denver and throughout Colorado as a means of inexpensive transportation, a good form of exercise, and a great way to enjoy the outdoors and spend time with family and friends. Unfortunately, some drivers do not respect the rights of bicyclists to share our roads, or they do not...

Safety Tips for Removing Snow and Ice this Winter

Posted on January 14, 2016

Homeowners and business owners have a duty of care to remove snow and ice from walkways to prevent winter slip and fall accidents. However, you must be careful when shoveling snow and ice to avoid falling yourself. It is easy to slip and fall as you are trying to clear walkways. Before you begin...