Bicycle safety advocates in Denver say there is a public health crisis in the city. As of July, 2018, 29 people have been killed navigating the city either as pedestrians or as bicyclists this year. There are improvements that need to be made, but concerned citizens say that nothing is getting done. One of the biggest reasons that people are being injured or killed in Denver, say those advocates, is the poor design of the streets. Fortunately, repairs and improvements…

People are well aware of the danger of drunk driving. The good news is that drunk driving continues to decline, as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. But people are still getting drunk. According to a 2017 survey published in JAMA Psychiatry, there has been a significant rise in the percentage of people who drink heavily. While it is always better to not get behind the wheel after drinking, walking home in the dark while drunk poses its…

To inform motorists about the rules of the road and best practices for safe driving, Colorado maintains a new drivers’ handbook. Yet this handbook is useful for both new and experienced drivers. In addition, new risks on the road and changes in the law mean everyone should be up-to-date with the basics of road safety. Below are some tips to help you look out for your well-being and that of your passengers and others with whom you share the roadways. Avoid distracted driving Even momentary…

After working as an employee in Colorado for years, you have finally summoned the courage to band together with a few colleagues to form your own business. As you prepare to leave the office on your last day, your now-former boss asks you what your plans are. After you inform him or her of your intentions, he or she politely, yet in a matter-of-fact manner, reminds you that you signed a non-compete agreement when you were initially hired. Does this…

Many different distractions can create dangers on the road, prompting a driver to swerve into another lane or collide with a vehicle in front of them because they are not paying attention. In the digital era, there are even more distractions that divert the attention of drivers, including smartphones, handheld devices, GPS systems and so on. Drivers may use these devices to watch videos, capture content, communicate with others or even get directions. Sadly, they can lead to a deadly…