Serious Injury Attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm Practice Areas

Colorado Vehicle Accidents:

Legal claims that arise from vehicle accidents are typically governed by the law of negligence. Any individual who negligently operates a motor vehicle may be required to pay damages to an injured victim. A personal injury case involving a vehicle accident may become formalized through civil court proceedings, or may be resolved through an informal settlement before a lawsuit is filed. Vehicle accidents can include:

• automobile accidents
• commercial bus accidents
• intersection accidents
• motorcycle accidents
• pedestrian accidents
• drunk driver accidents
• rear end collisions
• semi-tractor trailer accidents
• train accidents and railroad crossing accidents
• truck accidents

The surviving family members of a fatally injured accident victim may be able to bring wrongful death charges against the defendant. The Denver wrongful death lawyers of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, vigilantly represent the rights of vehicle accident victims.

Colorado Wrongful Death:

A wrongful death occurs when a person is killed due to the negligence or misconduct of another individual, company or organization. A legal action for wrongful death belongs to the decedent's immediate family members, usually a surviving spouse and children, and sometimes parents. Under certain circumstances, unrelated minor children living with and supported by the decedent may also bring a claim for wrongful death. In order to bring a successful wrongful death cause of action in Colorado, the following elements must be present:

• The death of a human being caused by another's negligent or intentional conduct.
• The survival of family members who are suffering the loss of financial support, love, care, comfort, supervision, guidance, household assistance and general society previously provided by the deceased.

The general rule in Colorado in wrongful death cases is that one is entitled to recover both economic and non-economic damages which are suffered as a result of the loss of a loved one. Economic damages in a wrongful death case include an award for the financial contributions which the decedent would have made to his wife, children and/or parents had he or she survived. It also includes the recovery for funeral services in memory of the decedent and for burial costs. Non-economic damages include loss of love, companionship, comfort, affection, society, solace or moral support. The Denver, Colorado wrongful death attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, can provide the legal help that is needed following the tragic death of a loved one.

Colorado Automobile Accidents:

The Colorado personal injury attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC have years of experience and a successful track record representing clients who have suffered significant injuries in automobile accidents. The Denver injury lawyers of the Firm work closely with doctors and other health care providers to discuss the short and long-term medical consequences of an injury. The Mintz Law Firm possesses a detailed comprehension of Colorado's automobile insurance and liability laws and understands the different sources of recovery available to car accident victims and their families.

Colorado Motorcycle Accidents:

Motorcycle riders are often exposed to dangers not met by automobile drivers and other motorists on the road. The lack of any substantial protective barriers, as well as the difficulty that other motorists may have in seeing or stopping for a motorcycle, leaves riders prone to serious personal injury in the event of an accident. The Colorado motorcycle injury attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, can advise injured riders of their legal rights and discuss the litigation options that are available.

Colorado Slip and Fall/Premises Liability:

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere and can cause serious personal injury. Most slip and falls happen in commercial settings, such as grocery stores, drug stores, office buildings, construction sites, gas stations and malls, but they also happen on private property. Premises Liability accidents can include toxic exposure, animal attacks, swimming pool accidents and amusement park ride accidents. In any event, there exist duties on the part of the property owners to maintain the property responsibly and avoid the existence of hazardous conditions.

Dangerous or defective conditions may be large or small, temporary or permanent. Therefore, investigation of the claim is essential to a successful case. Temporary conditions such as water on the floor of a grocery store or snow and ice on the stairs of a restaurant need to be investigated quickly. The Denver slip and fall/premises liability attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, can advise you of your rights and guide you through the process of making a claim for your serious injury.

Colorado Vicious Dog Bite Attacks/Animal Bites:

Every year, millions of Americans are bitten by animals. Being attacked by a dog is an extremely stressful event. Many dog bite injuries leave scars and have lasting emotional effects. In the State of Colorado, the owner or keeper of a dog is strictly liable for his or her dog, even if it is the first time the dog has injured someone. As long as the injured victim was not trespassing, teasing or tormenting the dog, the keeper or owner of the dog is liable for any injuries sustained. Compensation for a dog bite can include payment for medical bills, pain & suffering, mental anxiety, fear and scarring. The Denver dog bite attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, understand the trauma associated with animal bites and/or vicious dog attacks and can help you protect your rights and receive compensation for your injuries.

Colorado Train Accidents and Railroad Crossing Accidents:

Train accidents can result in personal injury such as sprains and fractures, catastrophic injury such as head trauma, brain damage and paralysis and loss of lives or property. Train accidents can include derailments, collisions with passenger vehicles or other trains, grade crossing accidents, or accidents due to mechanical failure. It is the railroad's responsibility to ensure there are appropriate signals and gates at every railroad crossing for safety precautions.

If the railroad fails to take such precautions, they are liable for any injury or death in every Railroad Crossing Accident that ensues. Victims of train accidents may be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, medical expenses, property damage, lost wages and loss of earning capacity. The Denver railroad crossing accident lawyers of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, vigilantly assist clients with serious injuries caused by train-related accidents.

Colorado Spinal Cord Injury:

Spinal cord injury (SCI) occurs when the nerves within the spinal canal are damaged. Most SCI's are caused by trauma to the vertebral column, affecting the spinal cord's ability to send and receive messages between the brain and the body's systems that control sensory, motor and autonomic function. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of SCI, followed by acts of violence, falls, sports injuries and diseases such as polio, spina bifida and Friedreich's Ataxia. The spinal cord does not have to be severed in order for a loss of functioning to occur; it only has to be fractured. The Denver serious injury lawyers of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, understand the problems associated with spinal cord injuries and compassionately guide their clients through the complicated process of making a claim.

Social Security Disability:

People who are severely disabled may be eligible for monthly benefits under one or more programs. Both the Social Security program and the SSI program provide a monthly income for people with severe disabilities. However, the eligibility requirements for the two programs are different. The Social Security program pays benefits to disabled or retired workers and their families and to the families of deceased workers. To be eligible for Social Security disability benefits, a person must be disabled and must have earned a minimum number of credits from work covered under Social Security. (The required number of credits varies depending on age at the time the person became disabled.) The SSI program provides monthly income to people who are age 65 or older, or are blind or disabled, and have limited income and financial resources. A person can be eligible for SSI even if the person has never worked in employment covered under Social Security. Generally, to be eligible for SSI, an individual also must be a resident of the United States and must be a citizen or a non-citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence. Also, some non-citizens granted a special status by the Immigration and Naturalization Service may be eligible. The Denver Social Security Disability attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, can guide you through the complex process of receiving the benefits you are entitled.

Colorado Workers' Compensation:

Workers' compensation is insurance that an employer is required by law to carry in case an employee is injured on the job or becomes ill, temporarily or permanently disabled, or fatally injured due to circumstances surrounding his or her job. Although workers' compensation laws vary from state to state, covered medical care generally includes medical, surgical and hospital services, dental services, crutches, hearing aids, chiropractic treatment, physical therapy, nursing care and prescribed medications. Additional monetary compensation may be provided if an injured employee is temporarily unable to work for more than a certain number of calendar days set by state law, hospitalized as an in-patient, or becomes permanently disabled due to a job-related injury or illness. The right to receive medical treatment at the employer's expense typically continues as long as treatment is reasonable and necessary to treat the injury. The Denver workers' compensation lawyers of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, are committed to serving the needs of their injured on-the-job clients.

Insurance Claims:

Insurance claims are a notice for reimbursement from an insurance company when the insured has suffered a loss that is covered under the insurance policy. Under Colorado law, insurance companies cannot refuse to pay a customer's claim without "reasonable justification." This means that an insurance company must engage in a reasonable investigation and pay legitimate claims in a timely manner. If an insurance company fails to handle its customer's claim properly, it may be held accountable for resulting economic losses, including lost wages, interest on money the insured borrowed to cover expenses while insurance benefits were wrongfully withheld, and loss due to damaged credit. The Denver personal injury lawyers of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, represent seriously injured clients and protect them from many of the complicated hassles that can arise when dealing with an insurance company.

Taking Action:

If you or someone you know in the Denver Metropolitan Area, the Greater Denver, Colorado Area, or anywhere in Colorado needs the representation or legal advice of an experienced personal injury lawyer, please contact the attorneys of the Mintz Law Firm, LLC, today at 866-927-1446, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your free consultation with a skilled Colorado serious injury attorney. Se habla Espanol.