Author Archives: Metier Law Firm

Does This Popular Product Cause Cancer?

It is unacceptable when people are hurt by products they assumed were safe. Some examples could include Takata’s airbags or General Motors’ ignition switch. Several lawsuits filed against Johnson & Johnson claim its popular talc baby powder heightens the risk of ovarian cancer. A jury recently awarded a woman $55 million after she developed ovarian… read more

MotoGP Update: You Won’t Believe What’s Happened!

The ink has barely dried on Jorge Lorenzo’s new contract with Ducati, and the MotoGP paddock is already red hot with more rumors and contracts. Who will be cut next? Will anyone get renewed? Will a new rider come up from another motorcycle racing series? MotoGP Update: You Won’t Believe What’s Happened! It looks like… read more

How Parents Can Use Apps for Distracted Driving Prevention

If you are concerned your children are using their phones while driving, stick around and continue reading this blog. Several smart phone apps allow parents to promote distracted driving prevention. These apps use features that send alerts to parents when their children text and drive. Others offer incentives for staying off the phone while driving.… read more

Do You Know Where Your Bike Is?

Have you ever walked back to where you parked your motorcycle only to find it’s not there? If you have, then you have most likely fallen victim to the dreaded motorcycle thief, but don’t worry! There are technological tools that can help you keep your motorcycle safe and hunt it down if it’s ever stolen.… read more

Colorado Mom Tells Lawmakers Heartbreaking Concussion Story

Sports-related brain injuries have gained considerable national attention, but we must remember that even young athletes are at risk for severe injuries or death. In 2004, Colorado high school freshman Jake Snakenberg died from second impact syndrome, a condition where two concussions are sustained within a short period of time. Jake’s mother recently spoke before… read more

How To Pump The Brakes On Arm Pump

Have you ever been riding when your arms suddenly started to ache or go numb? Was it getting harder to pull your clutch or brake lever in? Did twisting the throttle send a sharp pain up your arm? If this has ever happened to you, then you’ve experienced the dreaded arm pump. But don’t worry,… read more

Is Your Vehicle on Takata’s Recall List?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that Takata is set to recall an additional 35 to 40 million vehicles over defective airbag inflators that have been responsible for 10 deaths and more than 100 injuries. Takata’s defective airbags explode with such force during car accidents that shrapnel shoots at high speeds into… read more

Ways To Keep Your Motorcycle Safe From Thieves

For the past decade, motorcycle thefts have been going down… or at least they were until last year. The National Crime Bureau says that last year 45,555 motorcycles were reported stolen in the United States, and 956 of those bikes were stolen here in Colorado. Does that mean you need to worry about your ride?… read more

Should We Blame Social Media for Distracted Driving Accidents?

Americans are now more connected than ever before thanks to social media apps like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat. However, the temptation to share our lives with friends and family may be overwhelming for some, even at times when such activity can be dangerous. Using social media apps while driving has become a national phenomenon,… read more