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There are more than 120,000 motor vehicle accidents reported in Colorado every year. Although not every collision injures someone, thousands of claims are filed by those who are injured by a negligent party. Hundreds of thousands of dollars are paid to injury victims in settlements from those accidents.

Being involved in an accident can be an emotional and overwhelming experience. Due to the shock, many accident victims are often confused about what to do next. Essentially, what you do – or do not do – after the incident can have a significant impact on the outcome of your injury claims.

According to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) crash report, there were 121,648 total traffic crashes statewide in 2019. The first 72 hours following any kind of accident can be unsettling, emotional, and difficult to sort through. However, what you do—or fail to do—during this period can have a tremendous impact on the outcome of your injury case.

According to one personal injury study, plaintiffs who had legal representation recovered an average of $77,600 in financial compensation, compared to an average of $17,600 for those who proceeded on their own. When involved in an accident, having legal representation can make a significant difference in your personal injury case.

According to statistics on TruckAccidents.org, about 130,000 individuals are injured each year in truck collisions.

Car accidents happen every day in Colorado. Though many of them are minor, you still need to make sure you’re taking care of yourself.

With more trucks on the road now than ever before, the risk of being involved in an accident with one has increased. Whether it’s an 18-wheeler, delivery truck, or other large-sized commercial vehicle that is involved in an accident, the consequences for those involved can be devastating.

No one can truly prepare for the potential devastation after being involved in a car accident. When that accident involves a drunk driver, injuries are often serious because accidents tend to be worse when one driver is impaired.

Colorado residents and tourists alike have been able to enjoy medical and recreational marijuana for several years now. While most users are responsible and do everything they can to use marijuana and cannabis products in safe ways, others are less cautious.

More people are moving to Denver than ever before and for good reason: it’s one of the best places to live in the country. The scenery is beautiful, the weather is (more often than not) pleasant, and outdoor activities are just a short drive away.