On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, May 16, 2013
If you were to ask most people in Aurora whether it was acceptable to drive while drunk, the answer would most likely be "no." Nearly everyone recognizes that drunk driving is incredibly dangerous and is just one of many causes of fatal car accidents. If you were to ask those same people whether driving while tired was acceptable, however, there would be far fewer "no's."
One of the members of the National Transportation Safety Board has said that drowsy driving is a widespread issue in Colorado and across the country. What is worse is that it is often not seen as dangerous, or at least not as dangerous as drunk driving. With approximately 4 percent of adults admitting to sleeping behind the wheel at least once in the last month, it is a widespread problem.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Truck Accidents on Tuesday, May 14, 2013
When there is a motor vehicle crash in Brighton there can be a variety of different outcomes: the accident may have been a minor fender bender in which no one was hurt and there was only minor property damage, or the accident could have been fatal. When the accident involves a large tractor-trailer, most Brighton residents recognize that the injuries and damage are likely to be much more serious. What with the size and weight of a tractor-trailer, trucking accidents can be incredibly severe.
While it is frightening to think of a serious trucking accident, anyone who is injured by a negligent or careless trucker can often file a personal injury lawsuit against the trucker and his or her employer. This lawsuit can not only cover the medical care that an injured motorist would need, but also compensate him or her for the pain and suffering of the accident. Moreover, an individual can often receive compensation for the wages he or she would be unable to earn during recovery.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Thursday, May 9, 2013
Motorcycle riders in Denver and across the country know that in order to stay safe on the roads, it's important to take extra precautions that car and truck drivers don't usually consider. Proper training is paramount; generally speaking, the more experience a rider has on a bike, the better. Keeping an eye out for drivers who may not see bikers is also important. Wearing protective gear can also make the difference between serious and minor injuries suffered in a crash.
If you live in a state that requires you to wear a helmet, you should abide by that law. Colorado is not one of those states, but many riders wear one anyway in hopes that it will protect them from head trauma should an accident happen.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, May 7, 2013
It is a car accident that many people in Aurora have likely heard of, and, unfortunately, it is for all the wrong reasons. At the end of last month, Aurora police were called to the scene of a car accident on East 17th Place near the off-ramp for Interstate 225 South. Although it is clear that two vehicles colided, police are still not entirely sure who was at fault, which is important information if anyone should choose to file a personal injury lawsuit.
The two vehicles involved in the fatal car accident were a pickup truck in which two teenagers were riding, and an SUV with a grandfather, grandmother and 3-month-old granddaughter. Tragically, the 40-year-old grandfather and the granddaughter were killed in the crash. The grandmother also remains in critical condtion.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Bicycle Accidents on Friday, May 3, 2013
As the weather gets nicer in Centennial, it only makes sense that there will be more bicycles on the road. After months stored away, bicycles and their riders will soon be back. As that happens, however, how can the government make riding a bicycle safer? A national summit on safety and bike accidents is looking to raise some of the issues that will help to keep bicyclists safer.
No matter what state and local governments do, however, it is up to the drivers on Centennial roads to pay better attention to the other vehicles with which they share the road. There is a large problem with drivers not yielding to bicyclists' rights of way, which often means the driver wasn't paying attention and hit someone.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Last fall, the people of Colorado voted to legalize the recreational use of marijuana. In the wake of that vote, state lawmakers are trying to figure out how to create a legal framework that respects voters' decisions and also keeps the public safe.
To that end, the Colorado Legislature has made several attempts to regulate stoned driving. So far, no rules have been imposed. The most recent effort failed on a four-to-one vote late last month in the Senate Judiciary Committee.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, May 1, 2013
It is something that drivers in Brighton may not think twice about, but crossing the street for a pedestrian can be quite dangerous. While pedestrians should be crossing in crosswalks, there are not always crosswalks available. And, sometimes they are so inconveniently located that they are practically unavailable. Regardless of where an individual chooses to cross the street in Brighton, however, most people will slow and come to a stop, allowing the pedestrian to finish his or her perilous journey.
Sadly, not all drivers are paying sufficient attention to stop when needed. It is in these situations that there is a real risk that a pedestrian accident will be fatal. Although there is nothing that will bring back a loved one hit and killed while he or she tried to cross the street, a pedestrian accident attorney can help to file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the pedestrian's family.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Friday, April 26, 2013
Many people in Denver and the surrounding area likely think that they are good drivers who can drive safely while still practicing bad habits behind the wheel. Many people trick themselves into believing that if they just look at the phone for a few seconds or close their eyes for a few seconds while driving straight that everything will be fine. A new study, however, shows that isn't the case.
The study, performed by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, found that 20 percent of accidents are caused by driver fatigue, much more than previously believed. Previous studies and simulations had led to the belief that drowsy driving only contributed to about 2 or 3 percent of all accidents.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, April 23, 2013
There are very specific reasons for many of the laws in Colorado. Like many of the rules and regulations governing our driving, the law that criminalizes drunk driving or driving under the influence of an intoxicant is designed to keep us safe. Drunk drivers often have difficulty keeping control of their own vehicles, which means that they are more likely to cause accidents. Sometimes these accidents are relatively minor, but sometimes they can claim the lives of Denver residents.
Although this recent accident involving the bassist for the millennial band 3 Doors Down did not happen in Colorado, it is an accident that easily could have happened in the greater Denver area. The accident appears to have happened after the bassist had consumed both alcohol, as well as some powerful prescription medication. Police officers noted that he appeared to be impaired, and it is likely that more information will be revealed in the subsequent investigation.
On behalf of D. Chadwick Calvert, LLC posted in Car Accidents on Saturday, April 20, 2013
Scan the headlines in Denver and it is easy to find at least one car accident caused by an older driver. It is not uncommon because many of these drivers no longer have all the abilities necessary to drive safely. Whether it is fading eyesight, an inability to make sound judgments or other kinds of issues, elderly drivers cause considerable accidents on the streets of Denver. Perhaps it is also a matter of finding the appropriate car for older drivers.
It can be very difficult for older drivers to use their vehicles safely, which may then lead to accidents. Say the pedal is sometimes too low, this could make it difficult to stop in an emergency, or the pedals may be too similar t to each other and the driver gets confused. Both of these could lead to vary serious injuries. It is partly because of this that the federal government has sought ways to protect not only seniors drivers from themselves, but also the rest of the motorists in Denver. The federal National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced its "silver" rating to denote safer vehicles for seniors.
