Category: Auto Accidents
A car accident presents a significant safety risk for pregnant women, especially in the later stages of the pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that between 1-3 percent of infants who make it to birth are exposed to motor-vehicle accidents in utero, and that car accident injuries…
You may hesitate to see a doctor after a car accident for different reasons. You may not feel hurt, you may fear doctors, or you may be worried about the cost of medical care. At The Wilhite Law Firm, we believe nothing should prevent you from getting medical care after…
After you have been in a car accident, the crash report filed by police is the first piece of evidence you will need to file a claim seeking compensation for your injuries or other losses. In Colorado, the state updated the police accident form in 2021. Colorado’s DR3447 Traffic Crash…
When two cars collide while changing lanes, the drivers involved might wonder who was responsible for the crash. Depending on the circumstances, either driver may be at fault, or both drivers could share responsibility for the collision. To pursue compensation for medical expenses and other losses after a car accident…
En el estado de Colorado, es obligatorio tener seguro de auto para lesiones corporales. Lo mínimo que uno puede comprar de seguro para lesiones corporales es de 25,000 por persona y 50,000 por accidente. Sin embargo, la ley de Colorado solo requiere que compremos seguro para proteger a terceras personas….
A T-bone accident occurs from a collision in which the front of one vehicle collides with the side of another vehicle. At the moment of collision, the two vehicles are perpendicular and form a “T” shape, giving the accident its name. T-bone crashes often result in severe injuries for those involved….
If you’re confused by the various car insurance options available, you are far from alone. Just trying to comprehend the precise car insurance terms can seem like trying to learn another language. It can feel daunting to try to pick the right policy and understand your options regarding uninsured and…
Zach Elsner, Sandra Hagen, and Brian Caplan received an arbitration award for our client of $1,960,226.00 against U-Haul for renting a trailer that far exceeded the towing capacity for the client’s vehicle. It was U-Haul’s general practice to ignore any vehicle manufacturer’s towing capacity. In this case, the vehicle’s towing…
In the seconds, minutes, hours, and days following an injury-causing event like a car collision or a serious fall, preserving key items and documents will help you prove your story later on during the presentation of your case. The following information will help you stay organized and collect evidence relevant…
Many people ignore the emotional trauma suffered after a car crash or injury. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an emotional illness that affects people of all ages. PTSD is commonly associated with military veterans, but it can develop after any traumatizing incident, such as car crashes. In fact, according to…
