A “wrongful death” is the death of a person that was caused by the wrongful act of another. Wrongful acts include negligence, such as careless driving, or intentionally harmful acts, such as assault and battery. After a person dies in this manner, legal action can be brought against the responsible party in civil court, to compensate the family of...
Continue ReadingWhen you sustain an injury due to a negligent party, you may have several questions. One of those questions may be what the value of your case is or what are the average personal injury settlement amounts examples in Colorado. When searching for an answer on the internet, you may come across different answers. So, which average is the...
Continue ReadingWhen most people picture a rear-end collision, they imagine a fender bender. These accidents can potentially cause some minor dents, but nothing more serious than that, or so people think. However, the truth is, rear-end collisions are among the most dangerous kinds of accidents.Getting rear-ended while stopped can result in a multi-car collision and cause severe injuries.
Continue ReadingWe are often asked, “What is a reasonable settlement for pain and suffering in Colorado?” The attorneys at Tenge Law want to provide their expertise on this question. After sustaining an injury, the pain and suffering that you go through are very real. Even though it can be hard to measure, you can seek compensation for it following a...
Continue ReadingDash cameras have become a popular accessory. You may have heard friends talking about installing them in their cars. But what is a dash camera? A dash camera is a video recording device attached somewhere in a car, usually by the front windshield. It is an excellent theft deterrence and potential evidence source for car accidents. Contact the Tenge...
Continue ReadingIt can be challenging to come to terms with an injury you or a loved one sustained, especially if the injury was the result of someone else’s negligence. Naturally, you want to hold the negligent parties accountable. Colorado law permits you to file a personal injury claim for compensation against the negligent party. But will this compensation be enough...
Continue ReadingPain and suffering are broad terms commonly used in personal injury law to refer to a specific type of damage an accident victim suffers. Pain and suffering are considered non-economic or general damages because they are less tangible than economic damages and are subjective and personal to the victim. However, they are crucial to an accident victims claim to...
Continue ReadingBeing involved in a truck accident can turn your world upside down. Unfortunately, such accidents have become all too common. According to the United States Department of Transportation, there were more than 2,000 accidents involving large trucks on Colorado roads in 2022, resulting in 664 serious injuries and 96 fatalities. No matter what precautions you take, there is always...
Continue ReadingThe State of Colorado is known for its beautiful scenery and proximity to the outdoors. The many tranquil roads and picturesque trails in and around Denver lend themselves to cyclists and nature enthusiasts alike. However, when enjoying the open road, there’s always some chance that an accident could occur. If you have sustained injuries in a bike accident in...
Continue ReadingBecause stairs are a common feature in many homes and buildings, people take them for granted. However, they aren’t always safe to use, and the unwary person may fall and injure himself. Unlike tripping on a level surface, losing your balance on a staircase often involves a violent tumble down a bumpy surface full of hard edges, where normal...
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