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It is Hard To Expect The Unexpected
Most of us go through life with a routine. We wake up at a certain time, do the same "get ready for the day" things, then embark on our way. We have a plan for what we expect for the day, for the month even some of us for the year. I doubt anyone really thinks: "I'm going to be hit by a drunk driver" or be in a serious accident before the day is over. It's hard to expect the unexpected. Most of us don't have a savings account for the time that we are injured by the negligence of someone else. It's not something people plan for because it's not part of our plan. It can be overwhelming not being able to work because of an injury and have to watch the medical bills pile up, especially if you're the sole provider for your family. Unfortunately, accidents happen all the time but it is still hard to be prepared for them.
If you or someone you know has been injured due to the negligence of someone else, it's important that you contact a personal injury lawyer in Denver today to get the help you need.
Four People Killed In An Accident Saturday Night
Four people were killed in an accident Saturday night on interstate 70 east of Denver. Eight people were in the Chevy Tahoe that ran off the road, hitting a sign then rolling and ejecting all eight. No one in the vehicle was wearing a seat belt. Two adult males and two adult females were killed. Surprisingly the other four, consisting of one adult male and three juvenile males were not seriously injured. No other vehicles were reported being involved in the accident.
Wearing a seat belt can reduce the risk of crash injuries by 50 percent. Forty two percent of occupants involved in a car accident not wearing seat belts were killed last year in the united states. Statistics show that teens are the largest group of drivers not buckled in.
If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in a auto accident, contact a Denver wrongful death attorney today to discuss your options and get the help you need.
Accident Kills Two
A grieving family has been told by Aurora police that the accident that took two of their loved ones was caused by another driver, according to 9 News. The wife of one of the victims expressed relief that her husband's name had been cleared of fault in the accident that took his life, as well as the life of their three-month-old granddaughter. About two months earlier, the couple and their granddaughter were getting off I-225 at 17th Place when a pickup truck driven by a teenaged boy who had no driver's license struck their SUV in the intersection. The teenager said at the time that he had a green light, but investigators have determined that he actually ran a red light.
Have you or a loved one been seriously injured in a car crash? Speak with a dedicated Denver auto accident attorney immediately to discuss your options.
Every year, more than 30,000 people are killed in car crashes in the United States. There are hundreds of causes of these accidents, but unfortunately, many of them are the result of the careless or negligent actions of another driver. Many actions can be considered negligent while driving, including running a red light, excessive speeding, and extremely aggressive driving. Simply put, a driver who drives in a way that a reasonable driver would not do may be considered negligent. When that negligence results in injury or damage to another person, the negligent driver can be held liable for his or her actions.
Police Seek Help In Finding Hit And Run Driver
Denver Police and Metro Denver Crime Stoppers hope that two billboards and twenty bus stop ads will help turn up information about a hit-and-run driver, according to CBS Denver. The billboards show a mother and her two children. The children were killed when they were hit by a car as the family walked home from school. The mother brought her children to the United States from Myanmar trying to find a better life, but after the accident that took her two sons, police have been unable to turn up the vehicle or the driver. They hope that someone who knows something about the driver will see the billboards and come forward.
Have you lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident? Speak with an experienced Denver wrongful death attorney today to discuss your options.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 4000 pedestrians are killed in traffic accidents each year. Unfortunately, in some of these cases, the driver who hits the pedestrian flees the scene. Often, people who have some information about the driver or the vehicle don't come forward because they don't think that their information will be enough. However, in many cases, several people bringing small pieces of information to the police allow them to find the vehicle or the driver. It is important not to give up hope, and to keep looking for justice.
Small Child Drowned In Pool At A Mobile Home Community
A small child drowned in the pool at a mobile home community, according to 9 News. At the time of the accident, which occurred in the middle of the afternoon, there were a number of people in the area, including the child's family members. The boy was pulled out of the water, and CPRT was attempted, but it was tool ate. The boy had been playing in the children's pool, but managed to get into the regular pool, apparently without anyone seeing him. An investigation is underway into how he ended up in the adult pool, and the exact cause of death. An uncle of the boy has said that he would like to remind parents and caretakers of small children that sometimes it only takes a moment for a child to drown.
Have you lost a child because of the negligent actions of someone else? Speak with the compassionate Denver wrongful death attorneys at The Gold Law Firm today to discuss your options.
Teen Killed In Street Racing Accident
CBS Denver reports on the terrible loss suffered by one Denver family who lost a loved one in what appears to be a street racing incident. Two cars were driving very fast on Jewell, in southwest Denver, when they crashed into two other vehicles near the intersection of Sheridan and Jewell. According to witnesses at the scene, one of the cars drove off after the accident. The other two vehicles involved were a Honda Civic, and a van carrying five people. The driver of the Honda was hospitalized, and one passenger in the van was killed after being thrown from the vehicle. The passenger who died was a teenager, and was not wearing a seat belt.
Have you or a loved one been seriously injured in an auto accident? Speak with an experienced Denver car accident attorney today to discuss your options.
Claims Settled In Death Of Family
Attorneys for a family that was killed in an Aspen home announced that all remaining claims connected to their deaths have been settled, according to 9 News. The family had won a trip to Aspen over Thanksgiving weekend; all four members of the family died of carbon-monoxide poisoning while on the trip. Investigators believe that failed vent pipes from a malfunctioning boiler greatly increased the levels of carbon-monoxide in the building. Criminal charges were dismissed in the incident, but several parties have agreed to confidential settlements in the case. Attorneys have said that all parties involved in the case are satisfied that the settlements are fair and just.
Have you lost a loved one because of the negligence of someone else? Speak with an experienced Denver wrongful death attorney today to discuss your options.
Keeping Children Safe At Pools Or The Beach
As summer approaches, CBS Denver provides a series of tips for keeping children safe at pools or the beach. From general water safety tips to beach safety that wouldn't necessarily apply at the pool, the give a number of reminders of ways to ensure that your children remain safe and have fun in the water. Their first tip is to be aware that drowning can happens quickly and quietly. You shouldn't assume that you don't need to watch your child because there is a lifeguard. Under any circumstances, you need to keep an eye on your children whenever they are in or near the water. Have your children take swim lessons. There are lessons that your child can begin to learn even as a toddler. If everyone practices basic water safety, everyone can have fun at the pool or on the beach this summer.
Has you lost a child in an accident in the water? Speak with an experienced Denver wrongful death attorney today to discuss your options.
National Poison Prevention Week
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission celebrates the National Poison Prevention Week each year in an effort to educate people about the dangers of household chemicals and medications. The program, which began over 50 years ago, is the longest running public health initiative. It has been behind public awareness campaigns for issues such as locking cabinets that contain cleaning solutions, keeping all medicines out of children's reach, and the design and creation of child-proof caps on both medicines and household chemicals. At the time that National Poison Prevention Week was conceived, over 400 children died from accidental poisoning each year across the country. Now, that number has been reduced to around 40.
Have you or a loved one been seriously injured because of a defective consumer product? Speak with an experienced Denver product liability attorney today to discuss your options.
6-Year-Old Child Seriously Injured In A Car Accident
A 6-year-old child was seriously injured in a car accident at Havana and Martin Luther King, according to CBS Denver. The accident involved a Mustang and a van during the morning commute on Thursday; the child had to be rushed to the hospital. Police are investigating exactly how the accident occurred, and which driver was at fault, while doctors work to help the child recover from those injuries. The busy intersection near the Stapleton neighborhood was closed for roughly two hours during the investigation. There is no word on the child's status, or whether the at-fault driver was the driver of the car or the van.
Has your child been seriously injured in a Colorado car wreck? Speak with an experienced Denver auto accident lawyer today to discuss your options.
Over 1.5 million people are injured in car crashes each year, according to the United States Department of Transportation. Many of these injuries are minor, and can be treated at the scene, without a hospital visit. Unfortunately, many of these injuries are much more serious, with some of them resulting in permanent damage to the brain, resulting in a lifetime of medical bills. In many cases, the medical bills incurred far exceed the limits of auto insurance policies, creating a tremendous financial hardship for someone who may have done nothing wrong except to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. People who are seriously injured by the negligence of other drivers in accidents may be entitled to compensation for these expenses.
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