The tragedy of nursing home abuse can be compounded when victims and their families find out that their right to be heard in a court of law has been stripped away. Nursing homes frequently bury clauses deep in nursing home admissions contracts that do just that. Usually these clauses, called arbitration clauses, are signed when a distraught family or potential resident is at their most vulnerable – at the time of admission.

Every year thousands of outdoor enthusiasts flock to Colorado in the springtime to enjoy the beautiful scenery and majestic landscapes. Winding mountain roads offer some of the best motorcycling in the country, drawing thousands of motorcyclists to Colorado every year. In 2008, there were 173,873 motorcyclists registered in Colorado, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).