Author Archives: Metier Law Firm

What Would Happen if Cars Could Communicate With Each Other?

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is teaming up with Panasonic to put an end to accidents on the I-70 Mountain Corridor. This partnership is part of CDOT’s RoadX initiative. RoadX is a series of projects that will involve CDOT working with private companies and others to improve traffic safety and congestion in Colorado over… read more

Do You Think Commercial Truck Drivers Should Have an Age Limit?

Commercial truck drivers have no room for error. The vehicles they operate weigh 80,000 pounds, and depending on where they are, travel 65 miles per hour. When mistakes are made, the results are catastrophic for everyone. Truck accidents kill an estimated 4,000 people every year. A recent investigation by CBS News claims that older drivers,… read more

Was There a Motorcycle Chop Shop in Greeley?

Greeley was caught in the midst of a crime spree. Police had reports of around 45 missing vehicles throughout the city and most of them were motorcycles. What were the police to do? Why Was There a Motorcycle Chop Shop in Greeley? It was early July when authorities noticed that their list of stolen vehicles… read more

What Happens When Insurance Companies Don’t Pay Claims?

Insurance companies will not always honor their obligations. This is because insurance companies are businesses, and their purpose is to make profits. Unfortunately, this means they frequently give policyholders less than they deserve. For people who have just survived an accident, an insurance dispute is an exhausting hurdle to overcome. Our blog recently covered the… read more

Are Concussion Rules for Young Athletes Being Ignored?

Almost every state has laws in place to protect student athletes from returning to play after receiving concussions. Colorado has the Jake Snakenberg Youth Sports Concussion Act. Without concussion rules in place to keep concussed players off the field, they could be put at risk for suffering secondary complications. A new study conducted by Texas… read more

How Many Commercial Drivers Test Positive for Drugs or Alcohol?

Commercial truck drivers have a responsibility to ensure they are capable of operating their multi-ton vehicles. When this obligation to the public is neglected due to substance abuse, other people can suffer catastrophic injuries. Recent cases of drunk or drugged commercial drivers causing truck accidents can serve as examples. In Utah, a commercial trucker failed… read more