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The recent senseless death of a mechanic attempting to tow a car has resulted in a new law in Colorado to enhance the safety of tow truck operators. The law, signed by Governor Hickenlooper on June 7, was introduced less than two months prior to its passage. This speedy action on the part of...

Motorcycle passengers are almost entirely dependent on the driver of the cycle for their safety. To be sure, the passenger can wear a helmet. But drivers still bear the primary responsibility for keeping passengers safe.A recent Colorado motorcycle accident is an example of this reality. In late August 2011, a husband and wife were...

We call them concussions - a knock to the head that results in dizziness, blurred vision, or confusion. But doctors call them TBI - Traumatic Brain Injury. And if that term sounds much more serious, it's with good reason: concussions are serious. Much more serious, in fact, than previously thought just a few years...

When Colorado made history in 2012 by legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, many opponents of the measure objected on the grounds that it would cause the number of drug-related car accidents in the state to skyrocket. However, in the time since the new law was implemented, something unexpected has happened: Traffic fatalities in...

With Colorado leading the way, America's legalized marijuana movement has gained considerable momentum in recent years. As marijuana use for medical and recreational purposes becomes increasingly acceptable and widespread, many traffic safety advocates are rightly concerned about the potential impact that these changes could have on the frequency of drugged-driving accidents. To help shed...