Tenge Law Firm Blog
I Was Hurt in a Car Accident. Can I Sue the Driver’s Employer?
Fri, November 02, 2018
When you’re injured in a car accident through no fault of your own, you want to know that there’s legal recourse for your injuries. You shouldn’t be saddled with medical expenses, lost income, and physical pain because of someone else’s negligence or recklessness. But if you shouldn’t, who should?
How Technology Is Changing Safety Standards in the Construction Industry
Thu, September 27, 2018
Technology, clearly, has changed the world. Over the last few years, just about every industry has been completely revolutionized by the advent of some technological breakthrough. "There's a lot of buzz these days about drones, 3D printing, and robots," said Mike Kavis, author of Architecting the Cloud.
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Teen Drivers & Car Accidents: Common Distractions and Tips to Stay Safe
Thu, September 20, 2018
Teen drivers have the least amount of driving experience. It's no surprise that they are more likely to crash or be hurt in a crash. Do you have a teen driver? Take a look at the guide below and see the most common distractions teen drivers face, and some tips on how to keep them safe.
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Emotional Healing Following a Car Accident
Thu, September 13, 2018
For Ryan, it was just another normal day driving to the office. Luckily, traffic wasn’t too bad. He zoomed down Main Street heading for his office building. As he approached the last intersection, he looked up at the light making sure it was green and that the intersection was clear. As he entered the intersection, suddenly, CRASH! Another car plowed into the intersection, slamming into Ryan’s car.
What Is Workers’ Compensation?
Thu, September 06, 2018
Workers' compensation is a type of insurance every employer is mandated to carry. Workers’ comp is used when an employee is injured on the job. Whether it be the fault of the injured worker his or herself or the fault of a third-party, every injured workers is entitled to workers' comp benefits. (more…)
Are You Eligible for a Personal Injury Compensation?
Thu, August 09, 2018
Many clients who often speak to lawyers and their paralegals are victims mostly of car accidents. Personal injury claims for car accident victims, include vehicles of all types. Victims usually, specifically want to know if the driver, or someone else, is even responsible to pay for any damages including sustained personal injury. If the accident is completely caused by another person, lawyers usually have a case in the bag. However, if the injury was caused only partially by another, that’s where the expertise of a personal injury lawyer comes in. We’ll give you information that will help. But you still need to consult a top-notch personal injury lawyCould This Bipartisan Senate Bill Prevent Fatal Side Underride Crashes?
Wed, December 20, 2017
Underride crashes are a horrific type of truck accident. An underride crash occurs when a smaller passenger vehicle is forced underneath the rear or side of a tractor-trailer during a collision. The tops of passenger vehicles can be sheared off and occupants are often decapitated. In 1998, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) mandated rear guards on tractor-trailers to prevent rear underride accidents. However, there are no rules that require tractor-trailers to use side or front guards. More than 200 people are killed each year in side underride accidents.
Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) have introduced
What is a contingency fee?
Mon, October 23, 2017
Contingency fees and contingency representation are things that you may only hear about in certain legal cases. Examples of such cases are personal injury cases, disability cases, and workers compensation litigation. The following is some additional information on the nature of a contingency fee so that you can gain a better understanding.
The Definition of a Contingency Fee
The simple definition of a contingency fee is that it’s a deferrable lawyer’s fee that is only payable if the attorney wins the case. Usually the fee is a percentage of the settlement or jury award that the lawyer, like a Read more
How Cars and Trucks Commonly Cause Motorcycle Accidents
Mon, August 14, 2017
Motorcycles may be fun to ride, but they can also be dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 4,976 people were killed in motorcycle accidents in 2015, which was up 8.3 percent from the previous year. Motorcyclists were 29 times more likely to die in an accident than those in a car or other vehicle.
Fort Collins personal injury and wrongful death due to driving under the influence
Fri, May 05, 2017
Colorado drivers who operate motor vehicles when they’re under the influence of drugs or alcohol do so in violation of state law. Along with the risk of getting arrested and prosecuted, drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs also risk causing car accidents and injuring or killing other motorists or pedestrians. The legal limits and impairment Like every other state, a driver is deemed to be under the influence if he or she has a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher while operating a motor vehicle. Since recreational use of marijuana is legal in Colorado, i