March 2026

Key Takeaways Colorado requires specific motorcycle equipment for street operation. Colorado allows limited lane filtering under strict conditions at 45 mph or less. Riders under 18 must wear DOT approved helmets. Colorado uses modified comparative negligence to reduce compensation. Motorcycle operators must obtain a state endorsement before riding. Motorcycles account for a disproportionate share

Key Takeaways Uninsured motorist coverage applies when the at-fault driver carries no insurance. Underinsured motorist coverage may pay remaining damages after liability limits are applied. Insurers must offer UM and UIM in limits equal to bodily injury liability limits. Rejection of UM or UIM coverage must be made in writing. Most policies impose strict

Key Takeaways An unmarked crosswalk is a legally recognized pedestrian crossing at an intersection without painted lines on the roadway. Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing within a marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. Pedestrians crossing outside a crosswalk must yield to vehicles, and shared fault may reduce compensation under Colorado's negligence

Key Takeaways Manual distractions happen when a driver takes one or both hands off the wheel, weakening vehicle control and raising the likelihood of a crash. Distracted driving covers visual, cognitive, and manual behaviors that pull attention away from the road. Colorado's hands-free law, effective January 1, 2025, prohibits holding or manually operating a

Key Takeaways Drivers involved in crashes causing injury or vehicle damage must stop and remain at the scene, and leaving can result in criminal consequences. Immediate medical care and police reporting create essential documentation connecting injuries to the bicycle accident. Strong claims depend on clear liability evidence, including photographs, witness statements, traffic footage, and