distracted drivers

Distracted driving isn’t just dangerous…it’s negligent. When a driver takes their attention off the road to send a text, scroll through a playlist, or grab a bite of food, they’re making a choice that could seriously injure or kill someone. Unfortunately, these choices are made every day on Colorado roads. At Debbie Taussig Law, we’ve...

Distracted driving is a well-known hazard, but its impact among commercial vehicle operators—especially truck and bus drivers—is often underestimated. In Colorado, where our highways are busy with freight transport and long-haul drivers, the risks of distraction behind the wheel of a multi-ton vehicle can be catastrophic. At Debbie Taussig Law, we’ve seen firsthand the devastation...

According to CDOT’s 2024 Driver Behavior Report, 77% of Colorado drivers admit to using their phones while driving. Starting January 1, 2025, Colorado drivers will need to make significant changes to how they use cell phones while driving. A new hands-free cell phone law will go into effect statewide, making it illegal to hold or...

As we navigate through life, one of the most common and most routine activities most of us do is the act of driving. Yet, the surge of road-related injuries across the United States has created a public health crisis. With this blog, we will touch on some of the staggering statistics, especially those highlighted in...