Colorado seat belt laws require every driver, front seat passenger, and child under 16 to wear a seat belt in a vehicle operating on a street or highway. This law applies to occupants of all motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and autocycles equipped with safety belts. While the law mandates…
Driving through the mountains of Colorado is a beautiful and scenic experience, but it also presents unique challenges and hazards that demand careful attention and preparation from drivers. Whether you are a seasoned driver or new to mountain driving, you must do what you can to stay safe. That means…
Texas is not a no-fault state. In these states, each driver seeks money from their own insurer after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. Instead, Texas operates under an at-fault system. This means that the party who caused the collision is responsible for covering the injured party’s losses….
In Texas, children must be at least 8 years old and 4’9” tall to sit in the front seat of a vehicle. If a child doesn’t meet the front seat requirements, they must ride in a child safety seat in the rear. These rules protect kids from the dangers posed…
Under C.R.S. § 42-1-102, the “right-of-way” in Colorado means one driver’s or pedestrian’s right to go before the other when they are at risk of a collision due to their speed, direction, and proximity. Right-of-way rules in Colorado can vary based on circumstances such as whether a person is traveling…
Most vehicles in Texas need a front and rear license plate. If the police catch you without one, you face a $200 fine. However, you could have the charge dismissed if you install a front license plate and pay a $10 reimbursement fee. While Texas law requires a front plate,…
Driving in Colorado involves risks you don’t find in other states, including the dangers of high-altitude driving. Altitude sickness can severely hamper your driving ability, and driving at altitude can affect your car’s gas mileage, tire pressure, engine power, and more. Are you prepared for these hazards? If you don’t…
Securing traffic camera footage after an auto collision in Texas starts with identifying the camera’s owner. It could be the property of a local government entity, a transportation department, or a private individual or organization. You’ll usually need a lawyer’s help to subpoena the footage. At The Wilhite Law Firm,…
