Author Archives: Metier Law Firm

Does Colorado Consider Autocycles Motorcycles?

Do you know what a Polaris Slingshot is? If you answered no, then don’t be too concerned, most state governments don’t know what to think about these autocycles either. You see, a Slingshot has three wheels, and in most states, that would mean that it is a motorcycle. However, there are some unique features that… read more

Tom Metier Named to National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s 2017 List of Nation’s Top Attorneys

FORT COLLINS, CO – July 17, 2017 – Tom Metier, Senior Managing Partner of Metier Law Firm, LLC, has been selected as a member of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s 2017 Top One Percent list. The association’s list recognizes the nation’s top attorneys, selected through a rigorous screening process. Members are thoroughly vetted by… read more

Did You Enjoy Pikes Peak Bike Week?

Did you know there’s a new event that could rival the legendary Daytona Bike Week? It features racing, motorcycles and concerts to keep you partying all week long. Plus, this new event happens in June, so you can go to both events. How cool is that? Pikes Peak Bike Week, Worth Every Minute As the… read more

Do I Need a Lawyer If Someone Injured My Child?

What should you do if your child is injured and it’s someone else’s fault? Even it was not a purposeful injury, medical attention is not cheap and you should not have to pay for it. There are several situations where you should consider filing a personal injury lawsuit for the injuries of your child. Children… read more

What Was Your Favorite Part of the PPIHC?

And so, the 2017 Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb presented by Gran Tourismo has come to an end. Did you get to go to the race, did you watch it live on streaming, were you attending the festivals down in and around Colorado Springs? No matter where you were, the motorcycling attorneys at the… read more

Why Are Cosmetics So Unregulated in the US?

You may be surprised to find out that hair and skincare products in the US are much more unregulated than they are in other parts of the developed world. Our country has thousands of regulations for almost every industry, but somehow the cosmetics industry seems to have slipped through the seams. The US Food &… read more

Metier July 2017 Legal Newsletter

The Courts in Colorado looked at a few procedural questions these past few weeks. In one case, it was the long-arm statute and what determines the required minimum contacts, and in another, whether a finalized settlement can be reopened because of mutual mistake. In other cases involving injured parties, the Colorado Supreme Court examined the… read more

Has the Legalization of Marijuana Caused More Car Accidents?

The amount of car accidents in Colorado has increased in recent years. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, accident fatalities have increased 24 percent from 2014-2016. Much speculation has been made as to why this is. Some of the main contributors are a growing state population and an increase in distracted driving, but the… read more

Is Harley-Davidson Buying Ducati?

Well, it has finally happened. Dieselgate has finally managed to affect the motorcycling community, and America might be able to reap the rewards. Italian sportbike manufacturer—Ducati—is up for sale and Harley-Davidson might be on the short list to buy, but how could a purchase like this affect both brands and motorcycling in the U.S.? Could… read more