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Will Smith’s new movie Concussion has helped strengthen a national debate over brain injuries and football. However, professional athletes have attracted a majority of the focus. Athletes of all ages are at risk for concussions. Depending on several factors, such as age and injury severity, concussions can cause long-lasting effects in children. Some studies have… read more
Colorado law enforcement officials arrested almost 600 drunk or drugged drivers during a pre-holiday DUI enforcement period. The special enforcement period took place during the pre-holiday party season, from December 4 th through December 14th. In response to the high number of arrests, Colorado State Patrol officials argued there is no reason for people to… read more
Takata airbag malfunctions have killed eight people in the U.S. and injured over 100 more. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued recalls for cars that use Takata airbags, but many vehicles remain unrepaired. Now the recall has expanded to cover the 2005-2008 Mazda6, 2002-2004 Honda CR-V, 2005-2008 Subaru Legacy and the 2005-2008… read more
This winter has created some of the most unpredictable weather in recent memory, with temperatures in some parts of the U.S. climbing above 75 degrees and producing apocalyptic thunderstorms. In other areas, freezing cold weather has caused excessive snowfall and icy road conditions. In Colorado, motorists are facing dangerous road conditions caused by icing. Actor… read more
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) celebrated the release of Star Wars: The Force Awaken by putting up Star Wars themed road signs along Interstate 25 in Denver. One sign read “The Force is strong with you, put down the phone.” Another said, “Road rage? Let the Wookie win.”, which references a famous Star Wars… read more
Defective equipment in automobiles have killed or severely injured hundreds of people in recent years. Take for example the recent injuries and deaths over General Motors (GM) ignition switches, which have allegedly killed more than 120 people and injured another 275. The faulty ignition switches caused some GM vehicles to shut down while driving. Once… read more
Having a disability does not always mean it is impossible to enjoy some activities. Depending on the nature and severity of the disability, it may be possible to resume former hobbies. For some people with spinal cord and brain injuries, activities using adaptive sports, traveling and video games are still possible. Adaptive sports can become… read more
A new proposal from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) could help protect motorists from rear-end truck accidents, which occur when vehicles slam through the underside of trucks. The proposal would require stronger underride guards on semi-trucks, the barriers that hang underneath the backside of trucks. Rear-end truck accidents are brutal, and it is… read more
A Colorado entrepreneur recently spoke to local press outlets about what inspired him to create a device that could help prevent distracted driving accidents. In 2008, the entrepreneur was supposed to meet with a potential business partner, but tragedy changed everything. Instead of showing up for the meeting, the business partner was struck and killed… read more
Some toys sold this Christmas are making national headlines for serious safety flaws that could injure children. Most recently, a popular hoverboard has gained national attention for exploding without warning. The hoverboard, or self-balancing scooter, uses lithium ion batteries as a power source. After a family in Louisiana lost their home to an exploding hoverboard,… read more
