Colorado Child Passenger Safety Law
Effective 01/01/2025 updates to child passenger safety will be put place in Colorado.
Effective 01/01/2025 updates to child passenger safety will be put place in Colorado.
School is back in session. In between the excitement of seeing friends again and learning new things, it is important that students, parents, and other drivers on the road are aware of safety measures to take when it comes to school buses.
Heatstroke begins when the core body temperature reaches 104 degrees farenheit for humans and animals. A child can die when their body temperature reaches 107 degrees farenheit.
On April 4, 2024 the SB24-079 bill signed to law (effective in August 2024 as an amendment to C.R.S. § 42-4-1503) in Colorado.
Warmer temperatures are setting in across Colorado and the country. This is a reminder to drivers to always check the back seat when walking away from their vehicle.
In 2021 there were 5,932 motorcyclists killed. That is 14% of all traffic fatalities for that year (NHTSA, 2023). Share the road and be alert.
April 9 - April 15 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
In 2019, motor vehicle crashes cost American society $340 billion according the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (2013). This $340 billion figure of motor vehicle crashes represents the equivalent of $1,035 for each of the 328 million people in the United States and 1.6% of the $21.4 trillion real U.S. gross domestic product for the year 2019 (NHTSA, 2023).
Colorado is a beautiful state with diverse driving terrain. Knowing what to expect and how to drive in all areas of the state will help everyone arrive safely to their destinations.
Protect yourself against uninsured motorists, because despite 49 states legally requiring drivers to have auto insurance many people remain uninsured.
After an automobile collision, you may be left dealing with the bodily injuries and the property damage to your vehicle. To optimize your claim, we STRONGLY suggest that you hire an attorney to assist you.
If your car becomes stuck or stalled in winter weather, focus on yourself and your passengers, your car, and your surroundings. Stay put, stay safe and stay warm.
When driving in winter weather, SLOW DOWN. It is harder to control or stop your vehicle on icy or snow-covered surfaces. Increase your following distance so that you have plenty of time to stop for the vehicles ahead of you in wet, icy or snow-covered conditions.
Unfortunately, every type of insurance from auto to homeowners and disability, to name a few, are all impacted in one way or another by cost-savings actions of these insurance companies.
Did you know that more than 1/3rd of home decoration fires are started by candles? And more than 2 our of every 5 decoration fires happen because decorations are placed too close to a heat source (NFPA, 2019). Decorations such as: trees, lights and candles increase the risk of home fires during the holidays. Take this as a friendly reminder to test your smoke alarms and practice a home fire escape plan with your family. When decorating and entertaining this holiday season, keep these tips from the National Fire Protection Association in mind.
If you have been in an auto collision and another party was cited for fault of the collision, your insurance company cannot raise your rates (C.R.S. § 10-4-628).
This week Travis Legal Offices, LLC wishes you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. Here are some tips on how to safely prepare your holiday turkey this year.
In order for a freight train to stop, it may take up to a mile or more. That is 18 football fields of distance. Light trains may require about 600 feet or 2 football fields of distance to stop. Remember that trains, no matter what size, take longer to stop. Always be vigilant when coming up to and through a crossing, no matter if it is a freight, light or passenger train crossing.
Sleepiness can attribute to crashes, not matter what time of day it is. Make sure you are well-rested before getting behind the wheel.
Speed limits are in place to protect everyone on the roadways. There are many consequences of speeding. Make sure you know what the laws are in your state when it comes to speeding.
Did you know that October is National Pedestrian Safety Month? Here are some tips for drivers and pedestrians to stay safe this October.
Texting and driving is illegal for drivers of all ages in Colorado. Make sure you get home safe to your family. When operating your vehicle, make sure paying attention to the road is your priority.
In almost every situation where you are injured or a loved one is killed and it was caused by another person or entity's action or omission, you are able to seek damages. To know for sure if you have a case, the value of the case and how long you have to negotiate and/or file a lawsuit is through the help of a Personal Injury attorney in Colorado. Reach out to Travis Legal Office, LLC today to schedule a FREE consultation. We can be contacted through our online form , by email at [email protected], or call (303) 766-8766. Our Personal Injury attorneys are here to listen to your case and identify the best legal options for you.
Learn more about damages and what specific types of damages you may be eligible for in your Personal Injury case.
School is back in session. In between the excitement of seeing friends again and learning new things, it is important that students, parents, and other drivers on the road are aware of safety measures to take when it comes to school buses.
Travis Legal Offices, LLC is committed to answering your questions about vehicle collisions, uninsured & underinsured motorists claims, wrongful death claims and insurance bad faith claims in Colorado.
We offer a free consultation and we will gladly discuss your case with you at your convenience. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.