Colorado Construction Zone Truck Crashes
In 2022, 891 people died and 37,701 people were injured in work zone crashes, including accidents that occurred in construction areas. The data from the National Safety Council underscore the ...
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Bowman Law Welcomes Attorney Kaylea Waechter
Bowman Law is thrilled to announce Kaylea Waechter as an associate attorney at our Colorado personal injury law firm. Kaylea began her career at a law firm where she practiced ...
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Warning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse in Colorado
Nursing home abuse is a pressing concern that affects many vulnerable people in Colorado. Residents of long-term care facilities, generally frail and dependent on others, may become targets of mistreatment, ...
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Black Box Data in a Colorado Semi Accident
The term “black box” refers to the event data recorder (EDR), a device installed in many 18-wheelers, semis, and other commercial trucks to record information about the vehicle’s operation and ...
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How Truck Accidents are Investigated in Colorado
Truck accidents can have catastrophic consequences, leaving victims and their families with life-changing injuries, trauma, and significant financial concerns. Due to the massive size and weight of commercial trucks, truck ...
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New Lane Filtering Law Aims to Reduce Colorado Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle deaths in Colorado recently reached the highest level on record. The Colorado Department of Transportation tallied 149 motorcycle riders killed on Colorado roadways. While motorcycles make up a small ...
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Truck Underride Accidents in Colorado
In Colorado, large commercial trucks play a vital role in the state’s economy as they help transport goods and support main industries. Despite their role in economic growth, large commercial ...
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Reducing Colorado Car Accidents: New Law Bans Mobile Devices While Driving
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed Senate Bill 24-065 into law, a groundbreaking initiative to reduce distracted driving. Colorado’s new law expands the ban on cellphone use beyond just texting. It ...
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Colorado Nursing Home Abuse
Deciding to enlist an elderly loved one in a nursing home is a challenging and difficult process for every family. It brings about a range of emotional, practical, and ethical ...
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Why Truckers Fall Asleep at the Wheel
Truck drivers in Colorado often face grueling schedules and tight deadlines, which can aggravate the physical demands of long-haul driving. The demanding nature of their work can result in insufficient ...
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Bowman Law Welcomes Liz Whalen
Bowman Law is thrilled to welcome Liz Whalen as a legal assistant at our Colorado personal injury law firm. Liz is originally from Rhode Island and graduated from Rhode Island ...
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Pregnancy Risks in a Colorado Car Accident
According to the National Library of Medicine, car accidents are a leading cause of serious trauma during pregnancy. This is why pregnancy comes with a heightened sense of caution, considering ...
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Colorado Motorcycle Accident Lawyers – Get the Justice You Deserve
At Bowman Law, our motorcycle accident lawyers have witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by a serious motorcycle accident. We understand that a motorcycle leaves riders vulnerable to serious injuries in ...
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Spinal Cord Injury from a Colorado Car Accident
Suffering any type of injury is a terrifying experience for most people. Spinal cord injuries are incredibly serious and life-altering. While these types of injuries can occur in many ways, ...
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Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Colorado
As a personal injury lawyer in Colorado, my goal is to help injury victims understand the complex process of filing a personal injury claim. This guide covers the essential steps ...
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10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Colorado Injury Attorney
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, finding the right Colorado injury attorney is crucial. It is important to understand this decision can significantly impact the outcome ...
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Colorado Increases Damages Caps in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Cases
On June 3, 2024, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed into law House Bill 24-1472, which increases the cap on non-economic damages, wrongful death damages, and medical malpractice damages. Previously, injured ...
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Bowman Law Welcomes New Attorney
Bowman Law is pleased to announce Dustin Gaston as an associate attorney at our Colorado personal injury law firm. Dustin has has practiced personal injury law in Colorado since 2020, ...
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Collision Car Insurance Coverage
Your automobile insurance policy consists of multiple coverages that provide protection in different situations involving your vehicle. By law, Colorado requires that you carry bodily injury insurance coverage with a ...
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Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
Your auto insurance policy consists of various coverages that protect you in different situations relating to your vehicle. By law, Colorado requires you carry bodily injury insurance with a minimum ...
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Property Damage in a Car Accident
Property damage insurance pays for damage to someone else’s property following a car accident. In most cases, this coverage covers the cost to repair a damaged vehicle or replace a ...
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Trucker Guilty for 2022 Accident that Killed 5: the Victims
On June 13, 2022, Jesus Puebla was driving a semi-truck that owned by Carminates Trucking along Interstate-25. Mr. Puebla failed to observe traffic coming to a stop. While traveling 76 ...
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Driving in Colorado’s Worst Snow Storm in 3 Years
Each year, snow and ice contributes to over 6,500 car accidents in Colorado. Unfortunately, there is a significant storm approaching Colorado. With the major news outlets issuing a significant winter storm ...
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Jerry Bowman Selected to Super Lawyers for 1st Time
Congratulations to Jerry R. Bowman of Bowman Law on being selected for the first time in his career as a a 2024 Super Lawyer honoree. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson ...
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Injured in a Colorado Train Accident
A train accident is one of the most frightening things a person can experience. History has taught Americans that train accidents can happen in any place at any time. Oftentimes, ...
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Wrongful Death Claims in Colorado
In Colorado, wrongful death is defined as a death caused by “a wrongful act, neglect, or default of another” person or entity. A wrongful death claim can be brought in ...
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The Dangers of Black Ice on Colorado Roadways
Winter brings with it many unique winter conditions that can make driving more dangerous in Colorado. Most drivers recognize the importance of caution during the winter months. This includers scanning ...
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Wrongful Death Lawsuits in Colorado
A fatal accident can happen in the blink of an eye, but the effects for surviving family members can last a lifetime. A “wrongful death” is defined as the death ...
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Car Accidents Caused by Off-Duty Cops
In the realm of unexpected incidents, car accidents involving off-duty cops introduce a unique set of challenges. While officers are sworn to protect and serve, car accidents happen even when ...
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Colorado Car Accident Caused by an Amazon Delivery Driver
Car accidents can be a traumatic experience, and when they involve Amazon delivery drivers, the situation can become even more complex. In such cases, understanding insurance coverage and what steps ...
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The Definitive Guide To Colorado Injury Claims
If you were injured by a negligent party, you may have questions about your rights.