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Colorado Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Understanding Personal Injuries: A Comprehensive Overview

Published on: January 31, 2025 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Personal injuries are a pervasive issue, affecting millions of people each year. These injuries can arise from a wide range of incidents, often resulting in significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens. This article provides a broad overview of personal injuries, including common types, causes, and relevant statistics.

What is a Personal Injury?

In legal terms, a personal injury refers to any harm caused to a person’s body, mind, or emotions due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party. This can include physical injuries, psychological trauma, and financial losses resulting from the incident.

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The Silent Threat: Internal Injuries After a Car Accident

Published on: January 24, 2025 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Car accidents, regardless of speed, can be traumatic events with lasting consequences. While visible injuries like cuts and bruises are immediately apparent, internal injuries often go unnoticed in the immediate aftermath, posing a significant threat to long-term health. This article explores the dangers of internal injuries following a car accident and emphasizes the importance of seeking prompt medical attention.

Why Internal Injuries Are So Dangerous

Internal injuries are particularly dangerous because they often lack immediate external symptoms. This can lead to a delayed diagnosis, allowing the condition to worsen and potentially become life-threatening. Some internal injuries may initially present with subtle symptoms that are easily dismissed as minor discomfort from the impact.

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Don’t underestimate the potential for injury in minor car accidents.

Published on: January 17, 2025 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

While high-speed car accidents often result in obvious and severe damage, it’s easy to underestimate the potential for injury in low-speed collisions. These types of accidents, often referred to as “fender benders,” may appear minor, but the sudden and unexpected forces involved can cause a variety of injuries.

Common Injuries in Low-Speed Accidents

Neck injuries: This is one of the most common injuries in low-speed collisions, particularly rear-end accidents. The sudden jolt can cause the head and neck to snap back and forth, straining the muscles and ligaments in the neck. Symptoms of whiplash include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and dizziness.

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Hit the Slopes Safely: Understanding Common Ski and Snowboard Collisions

Published on: January 10, 2025 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Hitting the slopes can be an exhilarating experience, but it’s crucial to remember that the mountain can also be a dangerous place. Collisions are a common occurrence on the ski slopes, and understanding the most frequent causes can help you stay safe and prevent accidents.

1. Loss of Control:

Speeding: Exceeding your ability level and skiing or snowboarding too fast is a major factor in many collisions. When you’re out of control, you’re more likely to veer off course and collide with others.

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What Should I do if I am Injured at an Airbnb in Colorado?

Published on: January 7, 2025 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

If you are injured while staying at an Airbnb in Colorado, it is important to know your rights and take steps to protect yourself. Here’s a general overview of the process:

First, Seek Medical Attention: Your health and safety come first. If you are injured, seek medical attention immediately and document all medical bills and treatment.

Document the Accident: Gather as much evidence as possible, including:

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Slip and Fall Accidents on Private Property in Colorado: What You Need to Know

Published on: January 3, 2025 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Slip and fall accidents on private property can happen unexpectedly, leading to serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in Colorado, it’s crucial to understand your rights and options.

Property Owner Liability in Colorado

In Colorado, property owners have a duty to maintain reasonably safe premises for visitors. These duties come from the Colorado Premises Liability Act which outlines the rights and responsibilities when someone is injured on private property. This duty owed by the property owner varies depending on the type of visitor:

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A Dangerous Ride: Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Published on: November 7, 2024 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Motorcycle riding, while exhilarating, carries significant risks. Over the past five years, motorcycle accidents have continued to be a major concern on U.S. roads.

Key Statistics:

Increased Fatalities: The number of motorcycle fatalities has steadily increased over the past five years. In 2023, the U.S. saw a significant spike in motorcycle deaths, surpassing previous records.

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The Post-Truth Era: A Complex Reality

Published on: October 25, 2024 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

The term “post-truth” has gained significant traction in recent years, describing a culture where objective facts are less influential in shaping public opinion than appeals to emotion and personal belief. While it’s undeniable that misinformation and disinformation have proliferated in the digital age, it’s important to consider a nuanced perspective.

Arguments for a Post-Truth World:

The Rise of Misinformation: Social media platforms have become breeding grounds for the rapid spread of false information, often amplified by algorithms designed to maximize engagement.

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The Hidden Biases Shaping Our Judgments

Published on: September 30, 2024 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Our brains are wired to make quick judgments, often based on limited information. While this ability has served us well in our evolutionary history, it can also lead us astray. One of the primary culprits is individual bias. These are personal beliefs, attitudes, and prejudices that can significantly influence how we perceive and interpret the world around us. These biases can greatly affect the outcome of how things turn out in a Courtroom. Jurors and Judges are only human and suffer from the same biases as everyone else.

Types of Individual Bias

Confirmation bias: The tendency to seek out information that confirms our existing beliefs and to ignore or dismiss evidence that contradicts them.

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Understanding the Physician-Patient Privilege in Colorado

Published on: September 19, 2024 | Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC

Physician-patient privilege is a legal doctrine that protects the confidentiality of communications between a patient and their healthcare provider. This privilege is essential for building trust and ensuring that patients feel comfortable discussing their medical concerns openly.

Colorado’s Stance on Physician-Patient Privilege

Colorado law recognizes physician-patient privilege. This means that, generally, the patient has a right to privacy in their statements to a doctor and a healthcare provider cannot disclose information about a patient’s medical condition or treatment without the patient’s consent. However, there are exceptions to this rule.

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