A guide to mediation in a personal injury case
Most personal injury lawsuits end before they ever get to trial, thanks to a process known as mediation. It’s a method that allows both sides to meet with a neutral third party and reach a settlement agreement. The mediation process saves everyone time, money, and stress, but is this approach right for your case? Below, […]
When does a car accident go to court (and what to expect)
A car accident typically goes to court when insurance settlements fail, either because the offer is too low or the insurer refuses to pay. When this is the case, a Denver car accident lawyer can help you file a car accident lawsuit so you can recover compensation. Zara Injury Law is ready to fight for […]
Who is at fault in a lefthand turn accident?
Determining fault in left-turn accidents usually rests on establishing which driver had the right of way at the time of the crash. It’s pretty straightforward in most situations: Which driver was permitted to go first at a guided intersection with a traffic light or stop signs? Drivers attempting a left-hand turn must yield to oncoming […]
T-bone Car Accidents: What They Are and How Liability Is Handled
T-bone car accidents are named for the shape that the vehicles make when they collide (a capital letter T). Side-impact and head-on crashes are both well-known for producing grave, sometimes fatal, injuries. Most T-bone accidents can be attributed to failure to yield, so determining fault is often fairly straightforward. However, some situations involve negligence on […]
What to Do After a Truck Accident in Denver
Denver is bisected by some of the busiest trucking corridors in the county. These heavy trucks weigh more than 15 times what your car or SUV does, and when one hits you, even at slower speeds, you’re likely to sustain catastrophic injury while the trucker walks away without a scratch. Knowing what to do in […]
What happens to a dog after they bite someone?
The outcome, both in court and for the dog, often depends on the dog’s past behavior. Colorado is a strict liability state for dog bite injuries, meaning the owner is liable for a victim’s damages even if the dog hasn’t bitten before. Courts consider the dog’s history of aggressive behavior, bite records, and other details […]
How a restricted license affects a car accident claim
Colorado issues two types of restricted licenses: an Ignition Interlock restricted license, which is usually required for people convicted of driving under the influence, and a probationary license, generally for drivers who have accumulated too many points on their license. A restricted license could impact your car accident claim, whether you were the driver with […]
What is considered a serious injury in a car accident?
While the definition of a serious injury is fairly broad, it generally refers to an injury that causes permanent disfigurement or severe impairment of bodily function. There is a little more to it, though, which our Denver car accident lawyers explore below. What are serious car accident injuries? First, let’s establish what a serious injury […]
How long do dog bite settlements take?
Dog bite personal injury claims often involve complex legal issues and heated emotions. As a victim, you’re in pain, possibly permanently scarred, and are ready to be done with the matter. The dog’s owner, on the other hand, may try to delay litigation, especially if they’re worried that they may have to surrender their dog. […]
How to prove negligence in a personal injury claim
If you’ve recently filed a personal injury lawsuit, either against a person or an entity (like a healthcare facility or manufacturer of dangerous drugs), you’ve probably heard your Denver personal injury attorney talking about proving negligence. Whether the defendant was negligent or not can make a difference in the outcome of your claim. The element […]