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Colorado motorcycle passenger laws establish requirements for where passengers can sit and whether they need to wear protective gear. Motorcycle passengers must wear a helmet if they’re under 18, and all passengers must ride behind the driver and use footrests or ride in an enclosed cab or sidecar. Adhering to…

 After a Colorado car accident, you may be eligible to recover compensation through a personal injury claim for any expenses or losses resulting from the accident. A personal injury claim can provide you with several categories of compensation, including economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. Contact The Wilhite Law Firm today…

Like every other state in the U.S., Colorado requires children to sit in appropriate car or booster seats when riding in cars. Children age 15 and under must use a child restraint system or seat belt as appropriate for their height and weight. Failing to secure a child in a…

Colorado cell phone driving laws allow adult drivers to make regular voice calls and wear a headset in one ear to facilitate such calls. Adults are banned from texting or using the Internet, and minors cannot use cell phones and other mobile devices in any way while behind the wheel. Is Colorado…

If you’ve been in a collision and need to file a car accident claim with GEICO, call 1-800-841-3000. You may also file an auto accident claim online or through the company’s mobile app. GEICO will assign a claims adjuster to your case. Technically, it’s an adjuster’s job to investigate and determine how…

Comparative fault laws determine how much money you can get for your injuries and losses when you were partially at fault for the accident. Under Colorado’s modified comparative negligence law, you can still get money for your injuries even if you share some of the blame. However, your share of responsibility…

If your car sustains damage after a collision in Colorado, the at-fault driver usually pays for the rental. When another driver causes the crash, their insurance should cover your rental car costs. However, if you’re at fault or the other driver’s insurance doesn’t fully cover a rental, your insurance might…

If you were seriously hurt in a Colorado car accident, you’re likely wondering how you will make ends meet while you’re unable to work. Fortunately, Colorado law allows you to seek compensation for your missing income. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help demand compensation for your lost wages from…

If you hit a pedestrian in Colorado, you must take certain steps to protect yourself and others. Those steps include: Don’t leave the accident scene. Call 911 immediately. Check on the pedestrian. Take pictures to document the crash. Seek medical attention. Call your insurer. Consult a car accident attorney. With…

Many people who get into car accidents consider themselves lucky to walk away from the wreck with only vehicle damage and minor, if any, bodily harm. Sure, they may have a few cuts, scratches or bruises, but they may otherwise feel fine and fortunate to avoid serious injury. However, in…