02 April

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DON’T SETTLE FOR LESS: RECENT VERDICTS SHOW AZAR FIRM’S COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS

in Car Accidents, Legal Resource, Personal Injury

DON’T SETTLE FOR LESS: RECENT VERDICTS SHOW AZAR FIRM’S COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS Many car wreck cases can be settled without anyone having to go to court. But when there are serious injuries involved, or disputes over who is at fault, or in situations where insurance companies seem determined to avoid paying a fair settlement, a law firm that represents injured people has to be prepared to take the matter to trial. Two recent jury verdicts are good examples of the commitment made by attorneys at Franklin D. Azar & Associates to obtain for our clients the compensation they deserve. In both cases,...

19 March

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THE NEED FOR SPEED: ACTIONS YOU NEED TO TAKE RIGHT AWAY AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT

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in Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury

ACTIONS YOU NEED TO TAKE RIGHT AWAY AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT Nobody likes to be rushed. And if you’ve just been in a car wreck, possibly caused by a driver who was rushing a bit too much, you may be in no hurry to do anything. But time is a vital consideration in many car wreck scenarios. There are actions you need to take in order to protect your health, preserve your rights, and contain the damage. Dealing with repair shops, paperwork, and insurance companies can be a burden, sure — but procrastination can make an inconvenient situation much worse. Here are...

02 March

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Out of State Auto Accidents

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in Car Accidents, Insurance Law, Legal Resource, Personal Injury

WHAT HAPPENS IF I’M IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN ANOTHER STATE? Car accidents can be traumatic, life-altering events. Even a minor fender-bender, with minor damage and no injuries, can be upsetting and disorienting. All that worry and confusion gets greatly magnified when the accident happens far from home. Car wrecks in another state present a range of challenges, from dealing with car repairs and medical treatment in unfamiliar territory to trying to figure out what laws and insurance regulations apply. Here are some basic guidelines for what to expect if you’re involved in an accident in another state. STEP ONE: EVALUATING THE SITUATION The...

20 December

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Pueblo Jury Awards $337,000 to Cafeteria Worker Injured in Auto Accident

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in Car Accidents, Catastrophic Injuries, Insurance Companies, News, Personal Injury

On Thursday, December 19, a Pueblo jury awarded $337,000 to a cafeteria worker for injuries resulting from a traffic accident — more than three times the amount the other side had offered to settle the case before trial. The verdict came after three days of testimony in the civil case concerning the injuries suffered by Alba Moreno when her vehicle was rear-ended by another motorist in 2016. Ms. Moreno was represented by attorneys Erica Vecchio and Patric J. LeHouillier of Franklin D. Azar & Associates. Ms. Moreno underwent neck fusion surgery after the crash. State Farm, the insurance company for the at-fault...

05 December

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Winter Mountain Driving and Colorado’s Traction Law

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in Car Accidents, Legal Resource, News, Personal Injury

Even in the best conditions, winter driving takes preparation, patience, and flexibility. And that goes double for driving in Colorado’s mountains, where road and weather conditions can change rapidly and present a series of formidable challenges for even the most seasoned driver, from fog and windy whiteouts to ice storms, slush, and passes closed by avalanches. A new traction law that went into effect this year should help to make mountain driving along the state’s busiest corridor a bit safer. But the law is only effective if people know about and comply with its requirements. Whether you’re heading for the ski...

21 November

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Dangers of Drowsy Driving

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in Car Accidents, Catastrophic Injuries, News, Personal Injury

HOW DANGEROUS IS DROWSY DRIVING? We’ve all been there. The road stretches monotonously ahead, and drowsiness is settling into your bones like a heavy fog. Your eyelids sag. Your head nods. If you don’t do something about it, you’re going to fall asleep at the wheel — and be in for a rude awakening, if you wake up at all. Drowsy driving is both more common and more dangerous than most people realize. In fact, it may be one of the leading killers on the road, second only to driving drunk. Here’s what you need to know to help stay alert behind...

31 October

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Halloween Safety Tips

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in Events, Legal Resource, News, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury

HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS: SMART MOVES ON AMERICA’S SCARIEST NIGHT With all the costume parties, the roving trick-or-treaters, the monster movie marathons and more, Halloween can be one of the most entertaining nights of the year. What’s not to like about free candy? Yet most people don’t realize that Halloween can also be one of the most hazardous nights of the year. Many cities see a spike in vandalism, theft, and other crimes. Children in dark costumes on poorly lit streets present one kind of challenge, and adults who’ve partied too much before getting behind the wheel present another. Here are some suggestions for...

30 October

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Halloween Candy for Toddlers

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Sweet! A Guide to Safe Halloween Candy For Toddlers Americans will spend more than $2.5 billion on Halloween candy this year. That’s a lot of sweet stuff — some of it tasty, no doubt, and some of it downright spooky. For parents, trying to screen their kids’ haul and regulate their candy consumption can be a daunting task. Is it safe? Digestible? Even remotely nutritious? Okay, maybe nutrition is too much to hope for. But preparing for a safe and happy Halloween for ghouls and goblins of all ages doesn’t have to be frightening. Here’s a guide to how to not get...

29 October

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Social Media Do’s and Dont’s After Car Wreck

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in Car Accidents, Legal Resource, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents

From Facebook to Instagram to TikTok and beyond, the popularity of social media platforms has transformed millions of us into the stars of our own reality shows. We can instantly update our followers on our daily activities, comment on current events, document exotic adventures and mundane meals, and share the antics of children and pets with friends scattered across the globe. But while we’re busy posting and tweeting, it’s easy to forget that the intimate details we’re disclosing may be more public than we think. Even politicians and Hollywood celebrities have learned that oversharing can be a problem, and that TMI...

18 October

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Aurora Fatal Hit-and-Run Highlights Dangers of Accident Scene

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Most car accidents can be attributed to careless driving of one kind or another. Someone wasn’t paying enough attention to their surroundings, to traffic laws or changing road conditions, and the result is a crash. Being vigilant can help avoid accidents, but it’s also important to be on alert after the accident happens. All too often, one accident leads to another. We’ve all seen the tragic stories about state troopers stopping to deal with an accident on the interstate, only to be injured or killed by other motorists who failed to slow down or yield to the emergency in progress. And the...

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DON’T SETTLE FOR LESS: RECENT VERDICTS SHOW AZAR FIRM’S COMMITMENT TO CLIENTS

THE NEED FOR SPEED: ACTIONS YOU NEED TO TAKE RIGHT AWAY AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT

Out of State Auto Accidents

Pueblo Jury Awards $337,000 to Cafeteria Worker Injured in Auto Accident

Winter Mountain Driving and Colorado’s Traction Law

Dangers of Drowsy Driving

Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Candy for Toddlers

Social Media Do’s and Dont’s After Car Wreck

Aurora Fatal Hit-and-Run Highlights Dangers of Accident Scene

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