Denver Personal Injury blog

Economic vs. Non-Economic Damages

Posted On March 25, 2024 / By iLawyer / Personal Injury

The civil justice system in Colorado allows people who are injured by the negligence of others to seek damages, or financial compensation, for the losses they suffered. Working with a Denver personal injury lawyer to file a personal injury claim could result in compensatory damages, or a monetary award meant to compensate the victim. The…

Statute of Limitations for a Colorado Personal Injury Claim

Posted On March 8, 2024 / By iLawyer / Personal Injury

In every state, a law called the statute of limitations places a strict deadline on an accident victim’s right to file a personal injury claim. In Colorado, the civil statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is two years, or three years for a motor vehicle accident. However, various circumstances can shorten or extend…

Elements of a Personal Injury Claim

Posted On March 4, 2024 / By iLawyer / Personal Injury

If you get injured in an accident that was caused by someone else’s careless or reckless acts, you may have the right to bring a personal injury claim against the at-fault party in Colorado. A personal injury claim is a civil lawsuit that can lead to the recovery of financial compensation by an accident victim….

What Damages Are Available in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Posted On January 31, 2024 / By iLawyer / Personal Injury

If you suffer an injury because of the careless or wrongful acts of another person, you may be entitled to financial compensation from the at-fault party. This compensation, known as damages, can help you move forward from a traumatic incident by paying for your related bills and losses. Discuss the potential value of a case…

What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?

Posted On September 20, 2023 / By iLawyer / Catastrophic Injury,Personal Injury

In personal injury law, the phrase “catastrophic injury” is reserved for injuries that will have a significant, long-term or permanent impact on a victim’s life. Catastrophic injuries may refer to physical disabilities, cognitive impairment or the loss of an important bodily function. In general, an accident victim with a catastrophic injury can benefit from representation…

Uber & Lyft Safety Tips

Posted On March 30, 2023 / By iLawyer / Car Accidents,Personal Injury,Rideshare Car Accidents

Uber and Lyft might be safer than driving yourself home, but these apps are not without risk. Both Uber and Lyft have documented histories of serious incidents involving their riders, including car crashes, kidnappings and sexual assaults. Use these tips from our Aurora personal injury lawyers to keep yourself as safe as possible on your…