Frighteningly, head injuries are quite common in children. Sports falls, and accidents are cited as some of the most common causes of head injuries in children, especially those in their teens. Bicycle-related head injuries are most common in children aged 5 and up. Head injuries may result in permanent disability, depending on the extent of…
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How Social Media Can Impact Your Personal Injury Case
Social media has become a significant part of our day-to-day lives. Most teens and adults have at least one social media account, and the particularly savvy and active users have accounts on multiple platforms. You may be used to posting daily updates or about important life events. However, when it comes to injuries you suffered…
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High School Parking Lots May Be the Most Dangerous Place at School
When you consider your child’s safety at school, you may not immediately think of the parking lot. However, this is where danger lurks. Every year, an average of 50,000 crashes happen in parking lots and garages, causing more than 60,000 injuries and 500 deaths, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). In a high school…
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Colorado Ski Safety Act
Colorado is a popular destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports. Unfortunately, these winter activities can be dangerous. In the 2016-17 season, the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) reported 33 catastrophic injuries for skiers and snowboarders and 44 fatalities. The NSAA only records life-altering head injuries, broken backs and necks, and paralysis. Many skiers…
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Colorado Car Seat Laws
If you are expecting a baby or are a new parent, it is time to brush up on Colorado’s car seat laws. There are suggested guidelines by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for how long your child should remain in certain types of safety seats. Colorado also has a law requiring appropriate safety restraints…
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