- Criminal Defense
- DUI/DWIImpaired Driving – The increase in impaired driving is heartbreaking. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2015, drunk driving killed 28 people and injured 6,693 people each day. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is against the law and can affect not only those in the car, but other drivers on the road. Alcohol and drugs can have such an upsetting impact in our day-to-day lives and with those we love – these substances can be especially detrimental when used while driving.
- Wrongful DeathLosing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence makes an already exhausting grieving process more stressful. At McDivitt Law Firm, our legal team takes on the burden of paperwork, deadlines, and insurance claims with compassion, so you can focus on yourself and your family. To learn more about having an advocate through an unexpected tragedy, please visit wrongful death.
- Traffic ViolationsSpeeding: Speeding is a major cause of motorcycle accidents. When drivers or motorcyclists drive above the posted speed limit, they reduce their chances of seeing and reacting to other drivers, debris, or defects on the road. Accidents caused by excessive speed are more likely to be fatal.
- Sex CrimesSexual Abuse – caregivers who have non-consensual sex with an elderly resident are guilty of sexual abuse. Any type of sexual contact with an elder who is unable to consent is also sexual abuse. This includes sexual assault, rape, sodomy, and taking nude pictures. Signs include unexplained STDs, genital infections, or bruises on genitals.
- Homicide
- Hit and Run1. How am I going to pay for my medical bills if the other driver doesn’t have insurance? You may have already purchased insurance for this situation: Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage. If you are injured by a hit-and-run driver or a driver who does not have any coverage (uninsured) or doesn’t have enough coverage (underinsured) to pay for your injuries, this type of insurance will cover you. Request a free case evaluation if you’re not sure.
- Corporate LawHe thought he would go into corporate law, but fell in love with trial law. The judges at one of his trial law competitions in school asked him to join their new firm when he graduated. It happened to be a personal injury firm and Edward has been practicing personal injury law ever since.
- Workers CompensationAre all injuries covered by workers’ compensation? No, if your injuries were self-inflicted or if you were in a fight at work, it will not be covered by workers’ compensation. Likewise, if you were under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the accident, you may not be covered by workers’ compensation. If you were at work but not performing work duties (such as running personal errands) then you would also not be covered by workers compensation.
- Real Estate LitigationUpon passing the bar exam in 1974, Mike returned to his hometown of La Junta where he began his own general law practice. As a general practitioner, he represented clients with many different legal needs, such as family law, real estate matters, criminal defense, and personal injury cases. As his practice grew, Mike found great satisfaction in fighting to hold accountable those who were negligent or reckless in causing injuries and disruptions in the lives of his clients.
- Property DamageIn a report released by the Air Force on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, it was confirmed that there are multiple sites on Peterson Air Force Base which tested positive for high amounts of perfluorinated compound (PFCs) contamination. PFCs are chemicals that are found in numerous products, including firefighting foam. The Air Force has used this foam for several decades to put out fires in firefighting training drills. McDivitt Law Firm is investigating whether this foam could have seeped into the groundwater and eventually been transported in the local drinking water. With all of the current information regarding the contaminated water in the Fountain, Security and Widefield area, McDivitt Law Firm does intend to file a suit against the manufacturer of the firefighting foam. Several water tests conducted in the communities of Fountain, Security, and Widefield have confirmed the presence of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and/or perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) in the public drinking water supply. If you live or own property in this area you may have property damage or potential personal injury claims. PFOA and PFOS are perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), which are substances often used in manufacturing and industrial settings for their useful properties, including fire resistance and oil, stain, grease, and water repellency. PFCs are used to make things like carpets, clothing, fabrics for furniture, paper packaging for food and other materials that are resistant to water, grease, or stains. According to the EPA, these chemicals are of particular concern as they have been shown to be toxic to laboratory animals and wildlife. An EPA advisory panel unanimously recommended that PFOA should be considered cancer-causing, and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified PFOA as “possibly carcinogenic to humans.”
- Personal Injury“It’s a place you can call home. You’re here more than you are at home, and so you know that you’re going in and you’re devoting a lot of your time to something that matters. To a firm that matters. The owners care about you, they care about the clients. It’s just a good place to be.” —Amy Christensen, Director of Personal Injury, 8 years at McDivitt
- Medical MalpracticeCausation – You must also clearly establish that the defending party’s actions directly caused your loved one’s death. Proving causation can be difficult in some cases, such as defective products, medical malpractice, or dangerous drugs.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security Disability
- Dog BitesSuffering a dog bite or an attack by a dog is a traumatic and physically damaging experience. Unfortunately, not all dog breeds are insurable, and may not be covered through certain insurance policies. This means a lawsuit may be required to pursue compensation on behalf of those who have been injured. There are laws that are on your side if you’ve been a victim of a dog attack, and McDivitt will help you navigate these avenues to ensure you are properly compensated your injuries. Learn more about dog bites.