On August 20, 2021, a Florida jury returned a $1 billion verdict in a commercial truck collision lawsuit that resulted in the death of a teenager. A distracted semi-truck driver traveling 70 miles per hour slammed into the rear of the teenager’s vehicle, who was at a complete stop in traffic because another distracted semi-truck […]
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Colorado Supreme Court Rules on Ski Avalanche Death
The Colorado Supreme Court recently rejected Taft Conlin’s family’s appeal of its lawsuit against Vail Resorts. Taft Conlin was killed while skiing by an inbounds avalanche at Vail ski area in 2012 when he was just 13 years old. Passionate about protecting others from Taft’s fate, his mother Louise Ingalls remains a firm advocate for […]
New Ski Area Safety Legislation Proposed in Colorado
Bloch & Chapleau has been at the forefront of the effort to enact laws in Colorado to require ski areas to increase safety and transparency on the slopes. As previously indicated on this blog, Bloch & Chapleau proposed legislation to the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA) for the adoption of common-sense safety measures that would […]
Proposed Ski Legislation: The End of the Fox Guarding the Hen House – Part 2
Proposed Legislative Changes and Preventative Measures to Improve Skier Safety and Lift Operation Awareness Effective preventative measures could be implemented immediately and with very little cost. It is clear that Vail Resorts has failed to ensure its employees’ compliance with its policies and procedures to protect the safety of its guests. The Resort has also […]
Proposed Ski Legislation: The End of the Fox Guarding the Hen House – Part 1
Introduction Skiing in Colorado is becoming more dangerous than ever with less and less oversight by ski resorts as a result of a number of factors, including overcrowding of the ski slopes due to Epic and Ikon passes. Technological advancements to ski equipment have also made skiers ski faster than ever. As a result, the […]
What Do You Need to Know About Protection Orders in Colorado?
Protection Orders in Colorado Civil protection orders in Colorado are intended to protect someone threatened by another person. Many civil protection orders are linked to former domestic relationships. Colorado issues several different types of restraining orders, including: Domestic Violence: Protection orders that apply to couples and former couples. Civil Harassment: Protection orders that apply to […]
Was Your Loved One a Victim of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Colorado?
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Learning a loved one suffered abuse or neglect in a nursing home is devastating. It triggers a variety of emotions, none of them pleasant, and leaves you feeling helpless about your circumstances. The good news is you aren’t helpless. If a senior relative has been abused or neglected at the […]
Three Common Divorce Mistakes Men Make—And What to do Instead
It is no secret that men face uphill challenges in any divorce. Although Colorado, like other states, professes to treat men and women the same, unconscious bias and other stereotypes continue to subtly influence everyone in the divorce process. At Bloch & Chapleau, we have distinguished ourselves as premiere men’s divorce attorneys, and we are […]
My Skiing Accident was Caused by Defective Equipment. Can I Sue the Manufacturer?
Generally, you can sue the manufacturer so long as you can prove that the equipment did indeed have a defect. An experienced ski accident attorney will analyze your case and determine whether you have a legitimate legal basis for bringing a claim. Types of Defects To hold a manufacturer legally liable, you need to show […]
Why are Semi Accidents Such a Risk on Colorado Roads?
Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer We share our roadways with large vehicles, including semi-trucks. In most cases, driving in areas traveled by tractor-trailers is safe, but accidents do occur. Unfortunately, when they do, the effects are often devastating. A semi-truck accident lawyer can help you and your family after a serious collision. Colorado drivers, no matter their […]
