Personal Injury and Criminal Defense Law Blog

Americans love to play sports. But each sport has certain risks of injury, and sometimes it raises legal questions as to which risks a player has assumed. For example, what risks does a golfer assume when stepping out on the course? Golf balls can become missile-like projectiles that cause serious personal injuriesA recent case...

For most Americans today, putting on a seatbelt when getting into a car comes naturally. But step onboard a bus, and you may be surprised to find there simply are no seatbelts to put on.That may change if a bill currently being debated in Congress is passed. The bill, called the Motorcoach Enhanced Safety...

Hit-an-run accidents are appalling and shameful. It's bad enough to carelessly run into someone. But it's even worse to leave the scene without checking on the health and safety of the people in the other vehicle. The Colorado legislature is looking to crack down on such cowardice. Colorado lawmakers are working with victims of...

For many people, pets contribute greatly to emotional well-being. But dogs, cats, and many other types of pets have the potential to injure or kill unsuspecting humans. Dog attacks and bites are particularly common and can cause lasting damage to victims - many of whom are children. When an animal attack occurs, however, owners...

When someone is responsible for a motor vehicle accident, civil liability and criminal charges are two different things. A recent motorcycle crash in Colorado Springs provides a case in point.On February 20, in the early morning, two motorcyclists collided in Colorado Springs. One of the drivers had fled the scene by the time police...