Slip and fall accidents can be unexpectedly serious, often leading to painful injuries and costly medical bills. When these accidents happen on another person’s property, the responsibility for those injuries becomes a critical question. In Colorado, property owners have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for visitors, including removing […]

Being involved in a car accident is a traumatic experience, and it becomes even more distressing if you suspect the other driver is intoxicated. Identifying a drunk driver at the scene can be crucial for your safety and the legal proceedings that follow. Here are some key indicators to help you determine if the other […]

Ski Safety I – Crashes Between Skiers Imagine you are at any number of Colorado’s world-class ski resorts, enjoying a beautiful day of skiing with your friends or loved ones. You are skiing within your means, and safely navigating the ski trail, when all of a sudden you find yourself laying on the ground, staring […]

Ski Safety II – Ski Resort Liability In the last article, we looked at a situation where one skier hits another while at a resort in Colorado. This article looks at the other side of ski law, where the injured party is seeking compensation from the ski resort. Injuries can happen anywhere on a ski […]

It is every parent’s nightmare to get a phone call from their teenager saying they have been involved in a car accident. Here is how you can support your teen through the aftermath.  Encourage your teen to wait as long as they can for the police to arrive on the scene, but not to delay […]

The rise of the gig economy in Colorado has brought with it a wave of flexibility and independence for workers. However, it has also raised important questions about workers' rights and protections, particularly when it comes to work-related injuries. As gig workers, understanding your legal rights is crucial, especially in a state like Colorado, where […]

Experiencing sexual assault can be a deeply traumatic and life-altering event. It's not only emotionally and physically devastating, but it also introduces a complex legal landscape that victims must navigate. At Bell & Pollock P.C., we understand the sensitivity and seriousness of these cases. Here, we outline the crucial legal steps that victims of sexual […]

When Should You Wear Your Seatbelt? Always. When in an automobile it is mandatory that a seat belt is worn at all times.  You must wear all parts of the seat belt which includes the lap belt and shoulder strap, failure to do so will subject you to criminal and civil penalties.  The civil jury […]

Can someone sue for compensation after a motorcycle accident if they weren’t wearing a helmet? While wearing a helmet substantially reduces one’s risk of serious injury or death in a motorcycle collision and 18 states and the District of Columbia have universal motorcycle helmet laws requiring all riders to wear helmets, Colorado is among the […]

When an individual is injured or killed on another person or entity’s property as a result of an unsafe condition, the controlling law in the state of Colorado is C.R.S. §13-21-115 Actions against Landowners, often referred to as the Colorado Premises Liability Act (“PLA”). Premises can include their land, property, home, business, or building. Under […]