Kane Trial Law Blog

Can a plaintiff recover compensation for their injuries if they are partially responsible for causing their harm? Like all too many legal answers, it depends. Colorado follows a modified comparative negligence rule and this post explains what the the law is and how it is applied to injured victim...

Winter is upon us here in Colorado and with that comes an increase in adverse driving conditions throughout the state. In 2023, Colorado had over 100,000 crashes with over 42,000 occurring between November and March. While speeding is listed as the top cause of car accidents in Colorado, speeding...

Concussions (referred by medical professionals as "mild traumatic brain injuries") are unfortunately a common occurrence after a car accident. Concussions are caused when the head experiences trauma and the brain collides with the interior of the skull. Depending on where your vehicle is hit, you...

What happens when someone is injured by a government employee (i.e. police officer, RTD bus driver) or due to a dangerous condition in a public building? Fortunately, the injured person likely has the ability to bring a personal injury claim. Unfortunately, there are significant restrictions in C...

Depending on the severity and type of car accident you've been in, neck pain is one of the more common injuries people experience. Particularly for older clients or those with prior neck injuries, a car accident can cause significant pain that can linger for months or years. Typically caused by "...

A valuable but underutilized tool for personal injury lawyers is requesting a preferential trial setting for their client's case. Colorado law allows certain cases to "jump the line" and get a relatively quick trial date. Here, we explain what cases qualify for a preferential trial date and why i...

We can't count the number of times a potential client calls us weeks or months after a car accident only to realize they should've talked with a personal injury lawyer sooner. Why? Because the insurance companies capitalize (literally) on unrepresented claimants. How do they do that and why shoul...

Chances are most people who have lived an active life and are over 40 years old have suffered some kind of orthopedic injury. Whether that be from a previous car accident or an old sports injury or regular degeneration that occurs with getting older. But what happens when you have a prior injury ...

You've been in a car accident. It wasn't your fault. The police found the other driver responsible for causing the crash and let you know their insurance company in order to make a claim. But you're hurt. And your vehicle needs repairs. And you start getting calls from the insurance company. The ...

When serious car accidents happen in Colorado, the local police department or Colorado State Patrol will usually complete a crash investigation. That investigation can (but not always) include an accident diagram, photos, witness statements, body worn camera footage from the investigating officer...

When a hit and run accident occurs, can injured victims in Colorado recover money if the at-fault driver gets away? As with many legal answers, it depends. This post discusses how to pursue a personal injury claim if you're the victim of a hit and run accident.  Unfortunately, we get far too man...

While social media platforms such as Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok have become widely used by all age groups, potential dangers exist for teens and young adults throughout Colorado. What legal remedies are available to parents and adults due to harms caused by social media?  What are...

When someone gets injured on the property of another (whether via a slip and fall or via some other danger), the Colorado Premises Liability Act applies. While the law may seem straightforward, there are a number of factors and hurdles plaintiffs must overcome to successfully bring a premises lia...

Another question we get all the time is whether an employer can be held responsible if one of its employees hurts someone in Colorado. The answer (like most legal questions) is it depends. This post will explain the scenarios in which an employer can be held responsible for its employees' neglige...

In addition to punitive damages against individuals, corporations in Colorado can be held liable for punitive damages. In this post, we'll discuss the law surrounding corporate punitive damages and how injured victims in Colorado can pursue them. For a summary of what punitive damages are and wh...

Unlike compensatory damages, a jury in a personal injury trial can award punitive damages to punish the wrongdoer and send a message. And while the amount of punitive damages normally cannot exceed the amount of actual damages (although a judge can allow a higher punitive damages award after the trial), they can serve as a powerful tool in your case.

For years, injured victims in Colorado were subject to low "caps" or limits on how much they could recover in a personal injury case. A recent bill from the 2024 legislative session significantly improves the amount you can recover and is a huge win for personal injury claimants in our state.  F...

Another question we get quite often from potential clients: I'm hurt and need to bring a personal injury claim in Colorado, what kind of damages can I recover? Most people know they can recover their medical bills for the treatment they've had. And the insurance companies try to appear reasonable...

Getting hurt in an auto accident impacts every aspect of your life. First and most importantly, you're injured and need medical care. And depending on how seriously you're hurt, that care can include hospital stays and long-term rehabilitation. But what are the steps for bringing a car accident c...

Today's blog post discusses a question we get all the time when speaking with new clients; how much time do I have to file my case if I've been injured in a car accident in Colorado? The short answer is the case must be filed in court within three years of the date of the auto accident. If not, ...

Everyone in Colorado is required to carry automobile insurance but what are the different kinds and how best can you protect your and your family if you're in a car accident? First, we'll discuss the types of insurance policies you can purchase. Then we'll give some guidance on what coverages to ...

Know your rights. How to deal with insurance adjusters if you are hurt in a car accident in Colorado. Here, we discuss insurance company tactics and how to protect yourself from falling prey.

We've all seen lawyer billboards and commercials, but what should you look for when evaluating what personal injury attorney or firm is the best fit for you? Getting injured impacts every aspect of people's lives. Depending on how serious the injuries are, you may be in the hospital and unable to work...