On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Oct 10, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
When people hear the phrase “distracted driving,” they tend to immediately think of cell phone use or other activities that pull the eyes away from the road. Putting on makeup, for example, reading, manipulating a digital menu or texting can be severe, obvious...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Sep 26, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Life after a car accident can be highly disorienting and stressful. Victims are often confused, angry and looking for answers. Many also want to repair the damage immediately and minimize the long-term impact of the crash. However, the fact is that it can take time to...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Aug 28, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Drivers in Colorado often get behind the wheel without enough sleep. Compared to driving under the influence, this may seem like a low-risk decision to make. However, studies have shown otherwise. According to the AAA Foundation, drivers have a higher risk of causing...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Jul 4, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Texting while driving in Colorado is often treated as a teenage problem, but the truth is that adults are just as guilty. In fact, according to CNN, adults are more likely to be texting while driving than teens. Even so, distracted driving is far more dangerous when...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Apr 12, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Colorado government statistics show January is one of the most dangerous times to be on state roads. The Colorado Department of Transportation reports that there were 50 traffic fatalities statewide in January 2018. The department further reports that with 3.8 million...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Apr 11, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
When it comes to distracted driving, almost everyone is a culprit. You may not be guilty of this safety hazard on a day-to-day basis, but things happen. Often drivers participate in dangerous activities and don’t even realize it. The first step to dealing with a...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Apr 10, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Many Colorado residents know that car accidents often happen when people try to multitask behind the wheel. Texting, eating and manually using a phone are all common causes of accidents. Reducing the number of distracted drivers on Colorado roads may significantly...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Feb 24, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you were involved in a car accident in Colorado that required you to seek medical attention, you may be surprised at the cost of the bills you are continuing to receive. Depending on your situation, you may be receiving bills for everything from your initial...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Feb 15, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Denver sits at the confluence of several major Colorado and interstate highways. That is good news for getting around, but it leads to a high rate of major collisions in the area. As shown in the Denver Regional Council of Governments truck accident map, the vast...
On behalf of Beem & Isley, P.C. | Feb 1, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Denver saw a notable first this week: It’s first driverless on-road transit route. This route, which is a pilot program known as 61AV, debuted on Tuesday. The route uses a 12-passenger driverless shuttle. Its runs at a relatively low speed (12-15 mph). The...
