VanMeveren Law Group July 2017

VanMeveren's online newsletter for July 2017

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July 2017

Life in the Left Lane

W e all have different opinions of how drivers should use the left lane of the interstate or highway. However, while we may have our opinions, the law is clear — a law that many drivers often misunderstand, if not outright ignore. Here’s an all-too-common scenario: You’re driving down the I-25 in moderate traffic. You’re in the right lane and traffic begins to slow. So, you move into the left lane to pass. A few seconds later, traffic in the right lane eases, and now the left lane is moving slower. All of a sudden, cars in the right lane are now approaching rapidly, passing your vehicle. They’re dangerously maneuvering from the right lane into the passing lane in front of you, weaving through traffic. The law in Colorado is clear. The left lane is for passing and the right lane is for normal driving. Colorado State Patrol claims they made over 4,000 stops last year for left-lane violations. In fact, our state has had a left-lane law on the books since 2004. The law, C.R. 42-4-1013 (1), states “A person shall not drive a motor vehicle in the passing lane of a highway if the speed limit is 65 mph or more unless such person is passing other motor vehicles that are in a non-passing lane, or turning left, or unless the volume of traffic does not permit the motor vehicle to safely merge into a non-passing lane.” While some states are more lenient when it comes to driving in the left lane, Colorado tends to take it seriously. The passing lane law was written with the intent of mitigating traffic-flow conflicts and aggressive driving. The problem is, crash rates in the state continue to escalate.

At VanMeveren Law Group, we’ve seen firsthand a dramatic increase in calls from prospective clients who have been injured while traveling on our state’s highways. The details are often the same: There was a rapid slowdown or stop in the flow of traffic and an aggressive or inattentive driver was unable to avoid a collision with the rear of a slowing or stopped vehicle. Though texting is a primary cause of many of these high-speed collisions — and reducing cellphone usage while driving may help mitigate collisions — more stringent enforcement and education by the CSP would also help minimize the number of traffic flow conflicts caused by left-lane violators. At the same time, stiffer penalties for violations would also get the attention of motorists who insist on driving in the left lane, regardless of the situation. Current penalties include a $35 citation and three points against the violator’s Colorado driver’s license. Just remember, if you are driving in the left lane, at or below the speed limit, you may be in violation of the law unless you are intending to pass. CSP has the exclusive responsibility to initiate appropriate enforcement to mitigate flow conflicts, and you could see yourself stuck with a citation.

~ Bryan VanMeveren

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Grow Crystals With Your Kids

of the soluble materials, stirring until it dissolves. Keep adding the solid slowly until the water is supersaturated — this simply means that the water has absorbed all it can and any additional solid won’t dissolve. Then, add food coloring to the solutions. See what creative color combinations your child can come up with. Carefully pour the solution into an eggshell, filling it as full as you can without the solution overflowing or the egg tipping over. As the water evaporates (be patient!) crystals will begin to form inside the eggshells. But how? As the water is heated, it expands, allowing more space for the dissolved solution. When it cools and evaporates, that space goes away, and the solids are forced to become solid again. See, science is fun and educational! Check out further science experiments on sciencebob.com, sciencekids. co.nz, or redtri.com/classic-science-experiments!

Keep Your Child’s Mind Active With This Fun Summer Experiment!

A mentally sedentary summer can cause your child’s learning to stagnate and backslide, erasing the equivalent of as much as two months of in- school learning. But you can have fun with your kid this summer and help them learn at the same time. Try this project from sciencebob.com, which demonstrates how geodes are formed and gives a primer on the science of crystals. The results are stunning!

All you need are some clean eggshells, water, several different soluble materials (salt, sugar, baking soda, borax, cream of tartar), coffee cups, spoons, food coloring, and egg cartons. First, crack the eggs as close to the narrow end as possible. Then, clean the eggshells in hot water, which allows you to pull the skin out of the inside. Place the shells in an egg carton lined with wax paper to hold them upright. Boil the water and pour half a cup into each coffee mug, followed by ¼ cup of one

Testimonials

“The VanMeveren Law Group recently represented me regarding a personal injury case. Working with Jolene gave me confidence that my case was important to the VanMeveren Law Group. Her experience and knowledge was apparent throughout the legal process. Mr. VanMeveren has assembled a top-notch professional team, and I highly recommend their law office to anyone who is looking for excellent legal representation.” –T.H. “VanMeveren Law Group exceeded every expectation of the case. They were very informative and really helped in guiding me with information on how to proceed.” –I.R.

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A Father-Daughter Team

Wynn Washle has been selling homes in the Fort Collins area for nearly two decades. In that time, he’s partnered with his daughter, Laura Jo Washle, to bring even more homes to the people of Fort Collins. This real estate team has become a homebuying staple for both long-time Fort Collins residents and newcomers. One homebuying couple experienced their expertise firsthand. In the couple’s words, “Wynn was fantastic! He gave us a tour of town so we could get a feel for Fort Collins as newbies here. He listened to what we wanted and quickly found us a place that met all of our needs. A great guy to work with when buying a house.” As members of The Group, a locally-owned and independent real estate company with offices around northern Colorado, Laura Jo and Wynn are backed by a lot of experience, which carries with it a lot of trust.

Whether you’re looking to list and sell or you’re in the market for a home, this father-daughter team can help. They know the area, and they know how to help you find the home you’re looking for.

For more information on Laura Jo and Wynn, or to search for homes, visit wynnwashle.com.

The Group, Inc. 401 West Mulberry Street Fort Collins, CO 80521

One-Pan Mexican Quinoa

Ingredients: •

1 cup corn kernels, frozen, canned, or roasted

1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeno, minced

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1 teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon cumin

1 cup quinoa

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup vegetable broth

1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and diced

1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes Directions: 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and jalapeno and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. 2. Stir in quinoa, vegetable broth, beans, tomatoes, corn, chili •

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Juice of 1 lime

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

powder, and cumin; season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until quinoa is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Stir in avocado, lime juice, and cilantro.

3. Serve immediately.

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JULY IS DRESSEDUP AND Playing Her Tune Downtown Sessions Concert Series July 7, 7–10 p.m. Downtown Fort Collins 19 Old Town Square Fort Collins, CO 80524 Downtown Summer Sales July 14–16 Downtown Fort Collins 19 Old Town Square Fort Collins, CO 80524

The Human Race July 29, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Civic Center Park 225 LaPorte Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80521

The second installment of the Downtown Sessions Concert Series gets underway on Friday, July 7. Enjoy an impressive array of musicians hailing from all over the state, right alongside a selection of local brews, bites, and more. As always, the concert series is free to the public, making it the perfect way to spend a summer evening — and a Friday night, no less!

The Downtown Summer Sales event is a great way to shop local and support our many Fort Collins businesses while exploring all downtown has to offer. Spend a few hours browsing stores, displays, and kiosks throughout the downtown area. You’re sure to find a bargain or four.

If you missed the FireKracker 5K on the Fourth of July, no need to worry. The next race event is set for Saturday, July 29. Run a 5K, 10K, or a half- marathon through downtown, or try the 5K Man vs. Machine Challenge, a race between runners and Trolley Car 21. For more information about The Human Race and to register, be sure to visit fortcollinshumanrace.com .

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