Metier Law Firm is dedicated to helping injured victims and their families find comfort, safety, and strength when they need it most. We’re also dedicated to helping our communities stay safe and informed, and this section of our blog contains a wealth of information you can use to educate yourself about various aspects of personal injury law. We discuss motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, car accidents, and other serious injuries. We also discuss what to do after being injured, what to expect when working with a personal injury attorney, and so much more. We update our blog with new content frequently, so check back often for the latest news and updates.
Just weeks after a theater shooting in Aurora, Colo. shocked the nation, another tragedy befell the Denver suburb. On Monday, August 6, a fire in the Fitz Apartments complex killed two people and injured 15 others. At least one person jumped from the fourth story to escape the blaze. Witnesses say they helped residents escape… read more
A recent lawsuit filed by one of the survivors of the devastating Dark Knight Rises shooting blames three parties for negligence: the studio that released the film, the theater that showed the film and the doctors that allegedly overprescribed medication. The lawsuit – filed by shooting survivor Torrence Brown Jr., who did not sustain injuries… read more
The Aurora, Colo. shooting has inspired heated debate in various political circles about gun laws, Second Amendment rights and the role of violence in the media, among other issues. As the nation seeks to find meaning behind the act described by The Dark Knight Rises director Christopher Nolan as “senseless” and “unbearably savage,” one Coloradoan… read more
Major news outlets are still buzzing about the Aurora movie theater shooting. This week, we will discuss new developments as victims and citizens sort out blame and responsibility for the tragic event. Primary suspect James Holmes has charged with 24 counts of murder for the 12 killed in the shooting and 116 counts of attempted… read more
The disconnect between the festive atmosphere at The Dark Knight Rises midnight premiere and the horrific tragedy that occurred roughly thirty minutes into the film creates potential for severe psychological trauma, some experts say. “On an emotional Richter scale, it was very high,” said Dr. Jeffrey A. Lieberman, referring to the shooter who opened fire… read more
The town of Aurora, Colorado is still reeling from a devastating massacre that took place inside a movie theater. During the midnight premiere of The Dark Knight Rises, sole suspect James Holmes, 24, allegedly entered through an emergency exit and unloaded four automatic weapons’ worth of ammunition into the crowd. As of this writing, 12… read more
The summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors. However, prolonged exposure to the heat can cause serious injuries, especially if your job involves working outside. Here are some ways to avoid heat stress this summer. For Employees Stay hydrated. Stick to water, and avoid caffeinated or sugary drinks as those can cause dehydration.… read more
Pretend that, even though it violates the current statewide burn ban and possibly a municipal law, you go to a 4th of July party where people are setting off fireworks. You see Roman candles, bottle rockets and what appears to be an M-80. Imagine, then, a fragment from an exploding firework pierces and permanently injures… read more
Happy 4th of July! Hopefully you and your family are finding ways to enjoy the holiday even with the temporary burn ban restrictions, which prohibit most fireworks and charcoal grilling. Colorado law enforcement officials say that the latter has caused the most concern from local citizens. Some, such as the West Metro Fire and Rescue,… read more
Due to the especially dry conditions, many Colorado municipalities have cancelled their firework displays. So far, the list of cancelled Colorado firework displays includes: Aspen Breckenridge Canon City Georgetown Idaho springs Indian Hills Keystone Steamboat Springs The entire state is currently under a burn ban, which means that only professionals and municipalities with approval from… read more
