Author Archives: Metier Law Firm

Injury Attorney Tom Metier’s interview with KKTV

Injury Attorney Tom Metier Appears on KKTV’s Go Colorado Injury lawyer Tom Metier appeared on KKTV’s Go Colorado with Shellene Cockrel in August 2011. Watch the video to hear Tom tell the story of his own motorcycle accident at the age of 22, and also to hear him talk about motorcycle accidents, give tips for… read more

Are Self-Driving Vehicles Really Auto Accident Proof?

Self-driving cars have been touted as being nearly auto accident proof, but there have been recent reports of crashes involving the advanced vehicles. A recent accident in Mountain View, California, involving a Google self-driving car prototype led to its first case of reported injuries. According to reports, three Google employees were on board testing the… read more

Can Moving Around Help People Recover From Brain Injuries?

A recent NPR article discussed how a nurse in the Cleveland Clinic’s Neurointensive Care Unit designed a study to discover if individuals with brain injuries could benefit from moving around soon after being injured. The nurse became curious as to why movement could help heal some injuries, but not brain injuries. This led her to design… read more

What Do Motorcyclists Have To Gain From Motorcycle Safety Courses?

Motorcycle safety courses are offered in states across the nation, and both experienced and new riders have much to gain from participating. Courses are often dynamic, offering safety tips for riders of all skill levels. Some courses even teach safety tips for different kinds of motorcycles. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) offers a variety of… read more

Where Can I Find Recall Information On My Vehicle?

Auto defects from companies such as Takata and General Motors have killed hundreds of people during car accidents, making defective auto parts a major safety issue for American consumers. Takata’s defective air bags recently became part of the largest recall in U.S. history, with millions of cars being recalled. Eight people have died from accidents… read more

Can Smart Phone Apps Prevent Drunk Driving Accidents?

In 2009, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) released its free R-U-Buzzed mobile phone application that can help drivers know if they have had too much to drink. The app works by calculating blood alcohol content (BAC) based on weight, gender, how many drinks a person has had and how long it has been since… read more

The Law Tigers To Sponsor Hawgfest At Colorado National Speedway

The Colorado Law Tigers are sponsoring Hawgfest this Sunday, July 19, a motorcycle event with racing, stunts and other competitions. At the event, riders can participate in a slow race, where the goal is to beat your opponent by going as slow as possible without the motorcycle falling over. The event will also host a burnout competition, where… read more

Federal Transportation Department Official Shares His Love Of Motorcycle Safety

The Assistant Secretary for the Department of Transportation’s Research and Innovative Technology Administration recently gave an interview to National Journal on his love for riding motorcycles, giving insight into how top transportation policy planners view motorcycle safety. The interview starts with the assistant secretary recalling a moment from his childhood when he was riding in… read more