Colorado does not have a specific crime called “sexual battery” as some states do. Rather, Colorado has a similar crime called “unlawful sexual contact.” This offense occurs when you either: knowingly touch someone’s intimate parts without their consent, knowingly cause someone to touch your intimate parts without their consent, or entice a child to expose …
Ladder accidents are surprisingly common, with many of them happening on the job. They can also be severe. Over 100 people die from ladder accidents every year. Many more are hurt. If you were not responsible for the accident, you can recover compensation. You may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits if it happened on the job. …
A typical settlement amount for a concussion caused by a car accident is around $20,000. This amount seems low because most concussions are relatively minor, only requiring a few weeks for a full recovery. If you have ongoing symptoms or post-concussion syndrome, your recovery can be multiple times higher than this amount. Factors in a …
In Nevada, you can locate your towed vehicle by calling 311. Then contact the impoundment lot for instructions on how to retrieve the vehicle. This typically requires you to pick up your automobile in person, show proof of ownership (such as registration papers), and pay various fees. Unclaimed vehicles may be auctioned off. Why was …
The average payout for a dog bite lawsuit in the U.S. in 2023 was about $58,500. However, numerous factors can influence this amount. Chief among these are the severity of your injuries, whether you were partly at fault, your state’s laws, and the availability of insurance. Some cases will have a higher payout, while others …
It is not illegal merely to possess counterfeit money. Possessing counterfeit money becomes illegal if you know that it is counterfeit and intend to use it to defraud someone. Counterfeiting is a federal crime, and using counterfeit money is often a state one. A conviction for counterfeiting can carry up to 20 years in federal …
No, prostitution is illegal in Las Vegas. The trading of sexual acts for money or something of value is automatically illegal in Nevada counties with a population of at least 700,000 people. This includes Clark County (where Las Vegas is located) as well as Washoe County (where Reno is located). The prohibition against prostitution also …
In California, certain military veterans are eligible for a pretrial diversion program if they have been arrested for a misdemeanor offense of driving under the influence (DUI). If eligible, the criminal elements of your DUI case would pause while you complete the program. If you complete it, the court may dismiss the charges and seal …
In Nevada, “open murder” refers to when prosecutors charge defendants with all four types of homicides for one killing. These four homicide crimes are: First-degree murder, Second-degree murder, Voluntary manslaughter, and Involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors typically use the “open murder” strategy when they want to charge the defendant with first-degree murder but are unsure that they …
How Long Does a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Take to Settle?Watch this video on YouTube Wrongful death settlements reimburse you for damages (monetary losses) stemming from your family member dying in an accident. The process of pursuing a wrongful death settlement in California is largely the same as bringing a personal injury claim, with some exceptions. …
How Long Will My Car Accident Lawsuit Take to Settle in California?Watch this video on YouTube Auto accidents generally take anywhere from 6 months to 3 years to settle in California. Car accidents generally settle faster than other kinds of personal injury claims. This is because car accidents tend to cause less severe injuries than certain …
Understanding your reporting obligations following a car crash in Nevada is crucial for avoiding criminal liability, civil liability, license suspensions, and exorbitant fines. This guide outlines when and how to report to the police, the DMV, and your insurance company. In any case, it is advised you contact a personal injury attorney before you reach …
The substantial factor test is used to determine whether someone else’s conduct was the proximate cause of your injury. It asks whether the defendant’s conduct was a substantial factor leading to your injuries. In a personal injury case, you generally must show that there was causation, including proximate causation, between the defendant’s conduct and your …
California law allows you to sue if you are bitten by bedbugs while renting property or staying in a hotel. The defendant would be the property owner. To date, there have been no successful claims against Airbnb itself for bedbug bites or infestations. Airbnb does not appear to have a legal duty to people who …
In California, the minimum depth for tire treads on any two adjacent grooves is 1/32nd of an inch. For major grooves, the minimum depth for tires on the vehicle’s steering axle is 1/8th of an inch. For all other tires the minimum depth is 1/16th of an inch. Driving on tires with shallower tread can …
If you get hurt in an accident in California, you can sue to help cover your costs, even if you were 99% at fault. This is because California is a “pure comparative negligence” state. The monetary damages you receive would just be reduced by your degree of fault. For example, if you are 60% to …
A dog bite case can settle in as quickly as 1 month or as long as 6 years, though around 2 years is normal. The extent of your injuries and whether the dog owner will be held strictly liable or not will make a huge difference in the time frame. Another key factor is if …
California crosswalk laws give pedestrians the right of way in an unmarked crosswalk. However, you – as a pedestrian – still have to take due care for your own safety. You cannot jump into traffic in a way that creates an immediate hazard. You also cannot unnecessarily delay traffic. If you are a victim in a …
To get a marijuana cultivation license in Colorado, complete the MED New Regulated Marijuana Business License Application and submit it to the Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED). The cannabis cultivation application can be submitted digitally or dropped off or mailed to 1697 Cole Blvd., Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401. (MED will conduct credit and background checks …
In California, the victim’s surviving family members get the money in a wrongful death claim. These are the victim’s: surviving spouse, children, grandchildren, if the victim’s own children have passed away, other minor children, if they got at least 50 percent of their financial support from the victim, domestic partners, and anyone else who would …
Restorative justice (RJ) is an alternative to traditional criminal- or juvenile prosecution in Colorado. If you are admitted into a restorative justice program, you are brought face-to-face with your victim(s) and trained facilitators to discuss the case and what measures you can take to make things right. If you follow through, the criminal charges get …
In some criminal cases, law enforcement officers are unable to gather the evidence necessary to prove that you are guilty persuasively. It is extremely important to be able to recognize when the case against you is a weak one. Nine signs that the criminal case against you is weak are: a lack of evidence, conflicting …
Colorado Rule of Criminal Procedure § 16 – the mandatory disclosure rule – lays out what evidence prosecutors and your defense attorneys are required to turn over to each other prior to trial. The most important part of Rule 16 is section I(a)(2), which requires prosecutors to give you any “exculpatory evidence.” This is evidence …
The most serious car accident injuries are those that are fatal or extremely disabling. These injuries can also lead to the biggest settlement values for the victims or their loved ones. Those settlements amounts aim to reflect how much you have lost from the accident. Typically, the more severe the injury, the higher the settlement. …
Can I drive in California with a drivers license from a foreign country?Watch this video on YouTube If you have a current and valid driver’s license from a foreign country, you can legally drive in California. You do not need to get a California driver’s license or international driving permit (“IDP”) as long as: You …
