Everyone in America has a responsibility to share the road. This means motorists, bikers, cyclists, and pedestrians all have to learn to get along. Yet, each year thousands of bicyclists are injured and killed in motor vehicle accidents on the road. Motor vehicle drivers are quick to point the finger, citing lack of bicycle safety or riding in the middle of the lane. Bicyclists, on the other hand, are quick to point out that motor vehicle drivers don’t always pay attention to them in the road or cut them off when they have the legal right-of-way. So this begs the question: Who causes accidents more often: Cyclists or Motorcyclists?

Car and motorcycle accidents often occur at lightening speeds and with little warning. The impact from those crashes can leave victims with crushed and broken hands, arms, legs, and feet. While orthopedic surgeons and physicians are usually able repair the majority of broken bones and limbs, there are times when complications and even infections can interfere with the healing process. When this occurs, it may be necessary to remove the injured extremity in an attempt to save the accident victim’s life. After an amputation, accident victims will need to relearn even basic skills, such as walking, driving, or even dressing themselves. In addition, they may be unable to continue in their chosen profession, and be forced to find new lines of employment. It is important to understand the true costs of limb loss before you agree to a settlement. These costs are not always apparent and future expenses, such as prosthetic devices, must be taken into account. A study conducted by John Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy found that the total lifetime costs of amputation was well over a half million dollars. This included costs such as hospitalizations, prosthetics, rehabilitation, therapies, outpatient doctor visits, and pain medications. It did not, however, take into account lost wages, loss of future earnings, or pain and suffering. Prosthetic Devices are Expensive If you have suffered the loss of a limb, you will need to be fitted for a prosthetic. These artificial hands, arms, and legs can be costly and cost between $5,000 and $50,000 depending on their design and material. In addition, being fitted for a prosthetic means additional rehabilitation to learn how to use the new device. It is important to know that these costs are not a one time only cost either. Prosthetic devices are usually changed out every 3-5 years, and this ongoing cost must be taken into account before reaching an appropriate settlement. Contact an Aurora and Denver Personal Injury Attorney If you or someone in your family has lost a limb due to another person’s negligence, it is important to retain the services of an experienced Denver personal injury attorney immediately. At the law offices of John R. Fuller, P.C., we fight aggressively for our injured accident victims and their families. We understand the complications that can arise after a devastating accident and work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the money you need to recover. Contact our Denver personal injury attorneys for a free initial consultation to learn how we can help. Call us at 303-597-4500. We’re available 24/7 by phone, fax and e-mail.

Colorado is a popular state for many reasons, but one large one is the amount of open space. Colorado is full of active and fit citizens who are out walking, running or cycling. It is important to remember that despite the appeals of being in the outdoors, it can be a danger. 9 News reported a two-car accident at the intersection of West Hampden Avenue and South Elati Street caused major delays and injured 3 people. The report indicates that there was a car accident during rush hour traffic and one of the cars lost control of their vehicle. The vehicle went off the road and hit three pedestrians who were on the corner of Hampden and Elati. All three pedestrians were transported to Swedish Hospital. They were reported to be in serious condition. However, both of the drivers of vehicles involved were not injured. However, there was a large traffic jam associated with the accident because Eastbound Hampden and northbound Elati were closed for hours during the investigation of the accident. Have you been injured in a pedestrian traffic accident? Contact a Denver pedestrian accident attorney today to find out how much financial compensation you deserve. Pedestrians have a high fatality risk of fatality when they are involved in pedestrians traffic accident. Although, being exposed to the natural elements is a great appeal to Colorado residents and visitors, it also poses a great risk to injury. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported that over 4,000 pedestrians have died as a result to traffic accidents in 2010. This may not seem like a number of fatalities, however, pedestrian deaths account for 13% of the total traffic accident fatalities. The main reason for these deaths is that inherently pedestrians have less protection from impact. Cyclists accounted for over 600 traffic fatalities. Again, this is due to the fact that they are less protected from impacts. It is important that when acting as a pedestrian you protect yourself by always abiding by traffic laws. There are many times when a car entering an intersection is unable to see around the corner. This can mean that they wont see you when you enter the intersection. Don’t risk your safety, even when you are walking check the intersection and understand where traffic is coming from before you proceed into the intersection. If you have been injured in a Denver pedestrian accident attorney it is important that you seek out a personal injury lawyer who will work with you to protect your rights. John Fuller is an experienced personal injury lawyer who has worked with Denver pedestrian accidents. It is very common for individuals who have been injured in a car accident and suffered serious injuries that they receive less financial compensation for their injuries. This happens when insurance companies try to protect their bottom line by refusing to provide fair compensation to people who have been injured. It is called insurance bad faith. If you have an insurance company denying your claims and you need more financial compensation for your injuries, physical therapy needs, or any long term care. If this is occuring you need to speak to an attorney today who can protect your rights and settle an insurance dispute for you. Contact John Fuller a Denver pedestrian accident attorney today to learn about your legal options and for a free case evaluation at (303) 597-4500.

When walking at night it is always important to be hyper aware of other vehicles on the road. Many times you may see a car before they see you. 9News reported that a man crossing a dark street was struck and killed in Grand Junction. The police report from the Colorado State Patrol stated the man was hit by a man driving a Chevrolet Uplander van eastbound on Broadway. The driver of the van was headed toward Greenwood Drive when he struck the older gentleman. The pedestrian was crossing Broadway when the incident occured. The area where the man was hit was a designated crossing area but it was not a lit crosswalk which is why the van driver was unable to spot the man in the street. The 73-year-old driver of the van remained on scene. The accident is still under investigation. It is yet to be determined if the driver of the van will face any charges. Both the driver and the victim are from Grand Junction and were familiar with the area. Have you lost a loved one in a car-pedestrian accident caused by a drivers negligent behavior? Contact a Denver pedestrian accident attorney. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that in 2010, 4,280 pedestrians were killed when involved in car collisions. The NHTSA also reported that an estimated 70,000 pedestrians were injured in traffic crashes involving a motor vehicle and pedestrian. This is a serious issue in Colorado. Many of our states citizens enjoy being outside and enjoying the nature around. A pedestrian is defined as a person involved in a motor vehicle accident that is walking, jogging, riding a bike, laying down, hiking, etc. when they are hit. This creates a lot of concern. When citizens are enjoying outdoor activities such as bike rides they are exposed to the elements that makes them very vulnerable to serious injury if in a car-pedestrian collision. The NHTSA reported that over 70% of pedestrian fatalities occur in an urban setting. Nearly 80% of pedestrian fatalities have occurred at non-intersections of streets versus at marked intersections. Almost of crossing streets. Almost 90% of pedestrian fatalities occur during clear/cloudy weather days, and almost 70% of pedestrian fatalities have occurred at nighttime. Looking at these statistics this makes sense. For example when it is nice out more people are outside enjoying the weather. It is important to always pay attention when a pedestrian. If you lost a loved one recently in a vehicle accident it is important to know that seeking an attorney could help you and your family recover financial compensation for your loss. However, before contacting a Denver pedestrian accident attorney it is important to remember that no amount of money will bring back your loved one. Denver pedestrian accident attorney John Fuller understands that loosing a loved one can very hard on a family. He would be happy to have the opportunity to help you and your family hold the negligent driver financially accountable for any lost wages, funeral costs and pain and suffering. Seeking a compassionate attorney who understands the pain of loosing a loved one is important in this fragile time for you and your family. Contact John Fuller today for a free case consultation to see how much you and your family are entitled to at (303) 597-4500.

According to USA today, there was a dispute over a basketball game that led to two men on board an elevated train to be shot. The dispute was between the Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers game. After the 76ers’ lost to the Bulls, a Bulls fan was quarreling with two younger males before he was shot. The shooting occurred when the man exited the train at 46^th Street in West Philadelphia. The second man who was shot was a man that was trying to calm down the individuals who were fighting. Both men were taken to the hospital for minor wounds and are expected to make full recoveries. Police have not caught the suspects in question. The Bulls released an official statement about how they’re saddened to hear the news of the dispute  and shooting.

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The Bureau of Justice reported that in 2010, about 1.8 million nonfatal violent victimization’s were committed by strangers. Violent victimization means anything from rape, sexual assault, robbery, aggravated assault, and simple assault. Violent crimes committed by strangers accounted for about 38% of all nonfatal violence in 2010. Simple assault accounted for 60% of crimes committed by strangers, followed by aggravated assault, robbery, and rape or sexual assault. From the years 2005 to 2010, 62% of violent crimes were committed in public places. Of those victimized by strangers about 22% of victims were injured, compared to 31% of victims who knew their offender. In 2010, only 10% of the violent crimes committed by strangers involved a gun. In 2010 victims between the ages of 19-24 years old were the most affected by violent crimes. Young adults between the ages 18 to 32 had the highest rate of violent victimization by strangers among all age groups every year since 1993. There is not a get disparity of crimes rates between races or persons based on their educational level. Anyone can be a victim of violence.

If you have been injured by a person’s negligent or violent behavior contact Denver personal injury lawyer John Fuller. A dedicated and experienced personal injury Lawyer can help you get the financial compensation you need to cover any medical bills. Also holding a person accountable for their behavior means bringing about justice. If your injuries kept you from going to work seeking compensation for missed wages is important. Don’t let someones behavior that caused you injuries go unaccounted for. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help make sure that your case has adequate evidence to prove the other person is financially liable for your pain and suffering. Call John Fuller for a free consultation at (303) 594 4500 today.

The Denver Post reported an accident where an RTD Bus hit a pedestrian. The bus that hit him was the 15 Limited and was turning left from southbound Broadway onto East Colfax Ave. The eyewitness said that he was an arm’s reach away from the man when the accident happened. The witness said that the man had waited for a car in front of the bus to pass, then he stepped out in front of the on coming RTD Bus. The witness insisted that the pedestrian stepped out in front of the bus on purpose. The driver of the bus was shocked but not injured. The man was rushed to a hospital but no other details about his injuries have been released.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2010, over 4,000 pedestrians were killed in pedestrian-car collisions. Over 70,000 pedestrians were injured in 2010. This means that a pedestrian was killed every two hours and injured every eight minutes in traffic crashes in 2010. The most common time for pedestrian-car accidents to occur is during the nighttime, over 68% of pedestrian fatalities occurred at night. Most people are out enjoying the weather on nice days in Colorado. That coincidentally is when over 80% of pedestrian fatalities occurred. Almost three-fourths of pedestrian fatalities occurred in an urban setting versus a rural setting.  This means that the highest chance you have of being in a pedestrian-car accident is when in cities on a clear sunny day. It is important as a pedestrian to decrease your chances of being hit by obeying the pedestrian laws and crossing signals. However, children 15 and young accounted for 7% of the pedestrians killed by motor vehicles. As a driver it is important to always check for pedestrians in blind spots and in crosswalks. There were over 51,000 accidents that involved buses in 2005 according to National Transportation Statistics. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reported that commercial vehicles accidents accounted for nearly 5,000 fatalities in in 2006.

If you have been seriously injured in a pedestrian-car accident contacting Denver public transportation accident lawyer John Fuller can help you. A dedicated lawyer will ensure that you get the medical care you require and help you recover financial compensation. When you are a pedestrian you are exposed to more elements. Unlike the driver in a car, a pedestrian has less protection from a collision. If you have been injured in a pedestrian-car accident it is important to seek medical attention immediately, but also important to look for signs of injury well after the accident. Some injuries may not be immediately apparent. Contacting an accident lawyer will help ensure that all the medical care you require will be done and that your rights are protected. When involved in a public transportation accident the statute of limitations may be significantly shorter, meaning that you have less time to act. Seeking financial compensation for injuries after being hit by a car is important. The medical bills, lost wages, and the possibility of having life-altering injuries can cause a need to be financially compensated. Call John Fuller today for A FREE Injury Case Consultation (303) 597-4500.

According to CBS Denver a mother had to cut a seat belt off her child to keep her from strangling to death after the seat belt malfunctioned. The mother strapped her child in the back seat and when she had returned to the car her child was wrapped in two seat belts and was unconscious. The woman had to rush into the nearby school and get a pair of scissors. The mother said that when she had tried to pull the seat belt back to get her child’s head and neck loose but it did not work, but instead the seat belt continued to tighten around the girls neck. According to the news report this is not a rare incident but a common occurrence, common not only among young children but also among older children and teens. Have you been seriously injured by a malfunctioning product that you commonly use? Contact a Denver product liability lawyer to see if you are entitled to financial compensation. The Automotive Safety Program reports seat belt strangulation is not an uncommon occurrence.  It is a common concern among many consumers, the frequency of a recalls for seat belts. Often a redesign of seat belts is suggested to fix this problem permanently. However, car companies believe that to fix this problem it is necessary to teach and educate parents on how to properly monitor children when they are in a vehicle. The ASP finds that what is causing children to become strangled in the safety belts is an interlocking mechanism. This is designed that when a sudden force is placed on the belt it will lock up to prevent a person from being ejected from the seat. However, what is currently happening is that children are pulling on the belt and causing the locking system to engage when the belt is around their neck. Then since it is not the same force of a car accident the belts continue to stay locked and retract the belt. It is this retraction process that is causing the children to strangle as the belt tightens. ASP believes that if parents don’t leave their children unattended in cars and maintained supervision over them that the children would not be able to get themselves in the dangerous situation of a being strangled by safety belts. If you have had a product malfunction and it caused you and your family serious injuries contact a Denver product liability lawyer today. By contacting a liability lawyer you can help keep unsafe products off the market. This will help to prevent further hurt to other individuals. If you or a family member was hospitalized because of serious injuries sustained from the faulty product, you could be entitled to financial compensation. An insurance company can make recovering financially from medical bills difficult. If you want to receive compensation and reimbursement for your medical bills, you need an attorney who is willing to work for you. By making sure that your receiving the best medical care you can acquire a lot of medical debt. Don’t pay for someone’s negligent behavior. Contact a caring attorney who is willing to listen and stand up for you, not only to insurance companies, but also to companies that make faulty products. Protecting your rights starts with a phone call to (303) 597-4500 for a FREE case consultation.

According to The Denver Post there was a single car crash on Interstate 70. The driver was driving with 5 people in his pick-up truck. The car crashed on an off ramp and cause injuries to all 5 passengers and the driver. Five people were sent to the emergency room with serious injuries. One passenger is in critical condition. Police who were investigating the crash say that alcohol is to blame for the crash. Only 3 of the 6 passengers of the car were wearing seat-belts. Have you been involved in a car collision and suffered serious injuries? Contact a Denver car collision attorney to find out how much financial compensation you deserve. Mothers Against Drunk Driving is an organization that has dedicated itself to trying to prevent drunk drivers from getting behind the wheel. Their statistics indicate that about one-third of drunk driving incidents are from repeat offenders. On average they report that there is as many as 2million drivers with previous drinking and driving infractions sharing the road with every day commuters. Over 10,000 people die every year from being involved in a drinking and driving accident. Which means that, every 52 minutes someone dies in a car accident. When further broken down, every 90 seconds someone is injured in a drinking and driving accident. Making drinking and driving accidents a very common occurrence. Drinking and driving accidents are more likely to involve fatalities and cause serious injuries. If you have been involved in a drunk driving accident and suffered serious injuries contact a Denver car collision attorney. John Fuller is a dedicated and experienced personal injury lawyer who has worked with countless victims and helped them receive the financial compensation that they deserve. A drunk driving accident can cause a lot of damage to your body and your car. Don’t let an insurance company avoid covering the cost of damages. A Denver car collision attorney like John Fuller has experience holding the insurance companies to their agreements and contracts. He is constantly working hard to help his clients recover from injuries, and simultaneously is protecting their rights. Call John Fuller today at (303) 597-4500 for a free initial case evaluation.

According to CBS Denver In Northeast Denver a car crashed into a house. The early morning snow and wind are said to be a factor in the accident. At the intersection of Downing and 26^th street the car crashed through the front entrance of a house. The wind had blown the snow into the traffic signal covering the light. The driver was unable to determine if her light was green or red. She entered the intersection heading down downing when she hit another car that was west bound. After the intial crash the car rolled into the front of the house. The residence of the home were upstairs so they avoided serious injuries from the crash. The driver is taking responsibility for the damages, she herself was unharmed in the accident as well. Have you had serious injuries due to a car crash in Denver? Contacting a Denver car collision lawyer could help you recover the medical attention you require. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that traffic fatalities in rural areas differ greatly from those in urban areas. On average there are more accidents in rural areas resulting in the death of a driver or passenger. The average cost of damage in urban areas is almost twice that of rural area accidents. Car accidents are a likely occurrence. Make sure if you have been involved in a serious car wreck that you contact an experienced and dedicated Denver car collision lawyer. When dealing with the medical bills of an accident it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Contacting a lawyer can help you receive the care and medical attention that you need. Don’t let a car wreck set you back! Contact Denver car collision lawyer John Fuller at Fuller Law. Call today for a free injury case consultation (303) 597-4500.

A little boy who was nearly hit by a car was saved when his father pushed him out of the way, according to 9 News. Francisco Casillas, Sr. pushed his son, Francisco Jr. out of the way when a car drove over the curb and into the family’s front yard near 17^th and Peoria in Aurora. The boy was sideswiped by the car, but suffered only minor injuries. If it weren’t for his father, the child might have been struck directly, and the outcome could have been much much worse. Police do not believe that the driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and she was issued a citation for careless driving. Has your child been injured in a car accident? Contact an experienced Aurora car accident lawyer to discuss your options. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that in 2008, there were 4,378 pedestrians killed in traffic accidents. They calculate that a pedestrian is 1.5 times more likely to be killed in a car crash than the occupant of a vehicle. They also found that one out of every five children killed in a traffic accident is a pedestrian. If your child has been seriously injured in a car accident, contact a dedicated Aurora car accident lawyer immediately. Any parent will agree that an injury to their child is more frightening even than an injury to themselves. John Fuller is an Aurora car accident lawyer who has years of experience helping families receive compensation for medical bills and property damage after injuries to children in car crashes. For more information and a FREE CASE EVALUATION, contact John at the Fuller Law Firm at (303)597-4500. Return to Our Homepage