The Best Car Accident Claim? The Accident that Never Happens
Accidents happen. However, as responsible drivers, there are things we can all do to make the road safer for everyone. Safe driving is not only commonsense, it is our responsibility. Follow these Safety Tips to decrease the chances of a serious car accident. Sometimes accidents do happen. Whether you are seeking long term disability or… Read More »
Distracted Driving and Colorado Car Accidents
Did you know that, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 16% of all motor vehicle crashes are caused by distracted driving. In 2012 alone, there were more than 3,000 people killed and more than 400,000 people injured in motor vehicle accidents involving distracted driving. Is that really a surprise. Thanks to… Read More »
What are clients saying about us?
A recent review from our Facebook page …… Chana Guy reviewed Silvern & Bulger, P.C., Attorneys & Counselors at Law — 5 star Yesterday at 11:20am · Tom Bulger is the best! His fees are so reasonable and he explains them right up front. No confusing contracts. Tom is responsive to his clients needs and… Read More »
Not Every Auto Case Is The Same
One of the most important aspects of any car accident injury claim is determining who or what was at fault for the crash. You and your lawyer need to consider all of the possibilities to put together the strongest case possible. The following are some of the most common factors: Distracted driving: With the widespread… Read More »
What Makes Silvern & Bulger Different?
I have been representing injury victims, and the disabled in Colorado, for over 20 years. One of the most common questions I get asked is “what makes your firm different then the hundreds of other law firms in Denver, Wheat Ridge and Colorado?” There are many many excellent lawyers in Colorado. And not every lawyer… Read More »
I Have to Appeal a Denial of an ERISA claim; Do I need a Lawyer?
The short answer …. in most cases, yes. In most cases under the Employee Retirement Income and Security Act (ERISA), the Court will decide the case based on the Administrative Record. The “Record” is made up, in most cases, of the documents and information that you submit during the initial claim, and during the appeal. … Read More »
DOES YOUR FIRM HAVE A PROUDEST MOMENT?
I once had a client asked that question, and I was stumped. So, I asked my partner Steve Silvern for his thoughts. Steve won prestigious academic awards in college at Cal-Berkley including Phi Beta Kappa and a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship, and graduated from UCLA law School where he was named Rosco Pound Advocate in 1972. However,… Read More »
ARE TRUCK ACCIDENTS DIFFERENT THEN “REGULAR” CAR ACCIDENTS?
Commercial trucks have a lot of moving parts and require constant upkeep to be safe for travel on public roads. However, there are a number of issues that could lead to a serious trucking accident. These include the following: Driver error: Distractions, inexperience and drunk driving are all common factors in these crashes, as is… Read More »
WHO DO YOU FIGHT IN ERISA?
The vast majority of employee benefits, including long term disability, short term disability and medical benefits, are governed by ERISA. Surprisingly, there are relatively few insurance companies and related companies that insurer these claims (and we have worked with, and stood up against, the vast majority of them!). This includes: CIGNA The Hartford Reliance Standard… Read More »
WHY DO YOU HANDLE ERISA, LTD, STD AND PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS?
wWe are often asked why (and how) we can handle these different types of cases. The answer is part of our firm’s philosophy. Our clients, the “regular” working men and women of Colorado, deserve the same high level services available to them that the large insurance companies and corporations that oppose them have. We strive to… Read More »