Recent Blog Posts
Are Negligence Waivers Valid?
A waiver is intended to free a party, typically a company or organization, from liability for injuries sustained by participants. This type of exculpatory contract indicates an acceptance of all risks, known and unknown, by the participant and aims to prevent legal action, such as a personal injury lawsuit, against the company or organization… Read More »
Liability Waivers Quick Facts
Liability waivers are a common device used by businesses in order to limit their responsibility in the event of a serious personal injury. If you’ve been injured after signing a liability waiver, you still have rights. The attorneys at the Frickey Law Firm can discuss your case with you free of charge and advise… Read More »
Liability Waivers – Fact or Fiction?
Liability waivers are commonplace; they exist to protect a business or organization from lawsuits if you are injured or harmed. You have probably signed a good number of liability waivers without thinking twice or even really understanding what you were signing. If you have been injured after signing a liability waiver, call the team… Read More »
Can I Sue if I Slip and Fall on Ice?
Being a pedestrian can be treacherous in the winter in Colorado. Snow removal mandates are in place in many municipalities to help keep walkways safe and passable. When a business or property owner does not clear snow and ice in a timely manner, he or she may be held liable for your injuries if… Read More »
Employer Retaliation in Colorado
Colorado employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance if they have one or more full-time or part-time employees. If you are injured while performing a job-related task, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, many employees are hesitant to report a workplace injury or file a workers’ comp claim out of fear… Read More »
Winter Workplace Injuries and Workers’ Comp
Freezing temperatures, white-out snowstorms, sleet, and ice are part of Colorado life. While some businesses have delayed starts or work-from-home options for employees on snow days, many people must find a way to get to work and conduct business as usual. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, over twenty thousand workplace injuries… Read More »
Can I Sue for a Ski or Snowboard Injury?
Skiing and snowboarding are thrilling winter sports that millions of people enjoy each year. However, these activities come with inherent risks that can result in severe injuries. Whether it’s a collision with another skier, equipment failure, or negligence on the part of a ski resort, these incidents can leave individuals facing significant medical bills,… Read More »
What to Know about Winter Weather-Related Car Accidents
Colorado winters and car accidents go hand-in-hand, as evidenced by the first two snowstorms of 2019. Whether a driver has a lack of experience driving in winter conditions, fails to winterize his or her vehicle, or is not paying attention, winter car accidents can be devastating. Even when you are not at fault, it… Read More »
Who is Liable in Uber and Lyft Accidents?
Rideshare services, Uber and Lyft, have dramatically changed the way we think about getting around Denver, but what happens if your rideshare driver is involved in an auto accident or if you are hit by a rideshare driver? Depending on who caused the accident, the rideshare company, rideshare driver, or the other party involved… Read More »
Tips for Safe Driving in Fall and Winter
It’s no secret that snowy, slippery conditions can make it difficult to maintain control of your vehicle. Denver’s first snowstorm of 2019 is all the evidence needed, with nearly 200 accidents reported, according to FOX31 Denver. While fall and winter weather are inevitable, a car accident doesn’t need to be. Use the following tips… Read More »