According to a recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) the critical reason for a majority of motor vehicle accidents is attributed to decisions made by one or more drivers. In same report though, mechanical failure in a vehicle is attributed as the critical reason for a crash in 2% (or 44,000)…
The Rector Law Firm believes that the only way to properly represent a client is by preparing a case to the fullest extent possible, as if it could go to trial in order to get the compensation you deserve. This approach helps us and our clients achieve unparalleled results. When you are facing a legal…
If you are a recent auto or motorcycle accident victim, you probably have a lot more on your mind than simply finding a decent attorney. Yet, getting the best representation as soon as possible it very important to your health and financial well being. Fortunately, getting the right lawyer and law firm to represent your…
Why you should not wait to be medically checked after an accident. There are a variety of reasons why people do not get checked by a medical professional after an accident. Some of those are: no health insurance, fear of the cost of the ambulance ride and hospital visit or maybe their primary care doctor…
If you’re involved in a hit-and-run accident, it’s essential to understand what actions you need to take. Auto accidents are bad enough, but involvement in a hit-and-run is even more consequential. You may be left with severe injuries or financial troubles—and it’s not even your fault. Below, we’ll take a look at the steps you…
Side-impact collisions can be very frightening, and lead to extensive damage, injury, or even fatalities. They can occur in numerous varied traffic situations, which can make determining who is at fault extremely complicated. Either driver, or in rarer cases, both drivers, can be found at fault for the accident, unlike certain other types of accidents…
A tragic accident left one University of Colorado student, 21, dead in 2015, and two of her companions seriously injured. Law enforcement that responded to the scene of the accident believed that sleep deprivation, substance abuse, and high speed contributed to the deadly crash. The driver has now been found guilty and sentenced. Recounting the…
While many car accidents occur when an at-fault driver comes into physical contact with another vehicle, a person, or property, there are also accidents incited by a vehicle without physical contact. In these cases, we refer to that vehicle as a “phantom vehicle.” For example, if another driver’s actions cause you to respond in a…
As we transition to winter here in the Colorado Rockies, the roads will continue to become more dangerous for inexperienced drivers. Every year, thousands of individuals get in avoidable wrecks on our roadways, but the good news is that a bit of preparation can do wonders for your safety and the safety of others this…
Back pain is a common injury following an accident. The spinal column and back are complex and fragile. Injury to the back can also cause radiating pain in other parts of the body. The pain can vary from person to person. Even serious car accident related spine injuries can take some time to be symptomatic. Due to…