Thank you for taking the time to explore all of the resources and information we’ve added to our website. At Metier Law Firm, our goal is to educate the communities we serve and help others reduce their risk of suffering a catastrophic injury. In this section of our blog, you can find helpful articles about how to stay safe on the road, informative posts about recent personal injury headlines, answers to frequently asked questions, and so much more. We update our blog often, so please check back regularly for updates. You can also follow our Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter pages to keep up with all of the latest information.
One of Uber’s self-driving vehicles was just involved in an accident. Uber is now putting the brakes on its self-driving vehicle program. Will you trust one of these vehicles if they are released for public use in the near future?… read more
Our blogs cover a wide range of topics that are designed to help improve your safety and introduce you to interesting new ideas. During 2016, we published a series of blogs that ranged from how you can check to see if your vehicle is under recall to whether you can tune a Harley-Davidson with an… read more
If you are taking time off in the next few weeks for a road trip, it is important to create a checklist beforehand. Not all vehicles are safe for long-distance travel. In some cases, vehicles may have worn or unsafe equipment that can lead to a motor vehicle crash. The following checklist might help avoid… read more
It is common practice to share information with other drivers after a car accident. However, many people make the mistake of providing too much information. According to the Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI), you may be putting yourself at risk for identity theft by giving away too many personal details to other drivers. You only… read more
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) recently conducted a survey on dangerous driving habits in our state. Results gathered by the study may show why there were 607 fatal motor vehicle accidents in Colorado last year, a 24 percent increase over the last two years. According to the study, Colorado drivers admitted to the following:… read more
Numerous consumer complaints claim one of America’s most popular SUVs has a potentially fatal defect. According to more than 450 complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Ford Explorer models between the years of 2011 to 2017 may leak carbon monoxide and exhaust fumes into cabins while people are driving. People injured… read more
Defective children’s products may cause fatal and nonfatal injuries. Products that include toys, strollers and playground equipment can safety defects. Manufacturers may recall these products after receiving reports of injuries from consumers. A recent example is currently being widely reported on by major media outlets. Little Tikes recently recalled 540,000 of its 2-in-1 Snug’n Secure… read more
Takata has pleaded guilty to hiding a defect with its airbag inflator. An estimated 11 people in the U.S. have been killed by the defect. However, a lawsuit claims five major automakers knew the airbag inflators were dangerous and used them anyway. What do you think should happen to these auto manufacturers?… read more
There is a famous line in the movie Fight Club where the narrator describes how his employer, a major auto manufacturer, makes the decision to issue recalls for defective car parts. “Take the number of vehicles in the field, A, multiply by the probable rate of failure, B, multiply by the average out-of-court settlement, C.… read more
A recent NBC News investigation discussed why semi-trucks should be required to use side underride guards. The investigation claims 200 people are killed in side underride crashes every year. These crashes occur when motorists slam into the sides of trucks and are forced underneath. Modern safety features like airbags may be unable to save lives… read more
