Colorado Personal Injury Practice for Paralegals
Agenda
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
8:30 am – 4:00 pm MST
Agenda:
Understanding Colorado Personal Injury Law
Presented by Courtney Clark
- The development of personal injury law in Colorado
- Statutes and regulations that affect liability law
- An overview of liability law in different types of personal injury cases
- Automobile accident
- Slip-and-fall
- Medical malpractice
- Product liability
- The law of damages
- Recent developments and anticipated changes in Colorado law
Investigating and Evaluating a Personal Injury Claim
Presented by Mary Ewing
- Obtaining information from/about the plaintiff
- Using (and not using) investigators
- Identifying and locating parties and witnesses
- Investigating/documenting the incident
- Interviewing witnesses
- Obtaining information on damages
- Identifying and obtaining other relevant information
- Helpful resources
Negotiating, Mediating, and Settling Personal Injury Cases
Presented by Deirdre E. Ostrowski
- Creating comprehensive and effective settlement brochures
- Preparing for and assisting with the negotiation process
- Preparing for and assisting with mediation
Handling Ethical Issues in Personal Injury Practice
Presented by Danny S. Foster
- Maintaining client confidentiality
- Avoiding conflicts of interest
- Avoiding the unauthorized practice of law
- Communicating with clients, the court and opposing counsel
Litigating Personal Injury Cases
Presented by Sean T. Olson
- Drafting, filing and serving initial pleadings
- Participating in the discovery process
- Drafting admissions, interrogatories and requests for production of documents
- Responding to discovery requests
- Deposition practice: preparing for, attending and reviewing
- Working with expert witnesses
- Preparing for and assisting at trial
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Credits
Attorneys
6.5 CLE Hours (Including 1.0 Ethics Hour)
NFPA - National Federation of Paralegal Associations
6.5 CLE Hours (Including 1.0 Ethics Hour)
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 CLE hours, including 1.0 hour of ethics, for paralegals in Colorado. Paralegal certification is not required to participate in this course.
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) has approved this course for 6.5 total CLE credits, which includes 5.5 general CLE credits and 1.0 ethics CLE credit.
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
*On-Demand Credits*
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate.
Speakers
Courtney Clark
Firm Director at Zaner Law, in Denver, COWith 17 years of experience in the legal field, Ms. Clark has distinguished herself as a passionate advocate for her clients and a dynamic leader committed to her team’s growth and success. Her career is marked by a deep commitment to delivering exceptional legal support while fostering an environment where both clients and staff can thrive.
Ms. Clark’s drive to make a meaningful impact is evident in her approach to running a law firm. She is dedicated to addressing her clients’ needs, ensuring their voices are heard and their cases are handled with the utmost care and expertise. Her leadership style emphasizes support and development, empowering her team to excel and achieve their full potential.
In 2023, Ms. Clark was honored with the Legal Staff Award from the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA) for her outstanding contributions to the legal community. She currently serves as the Chair of the Legal Staff Committee at CTLA, where she leads initiatives aimed at enhancing the professional development of legal staff. Additionally, she has shared her expertise as a speaker at several industry conferences, inspiring peers and colleagues alike.
Mary Ewing
Mary Ewing Law, in Aurora, COMary Ewing Law is a Denver-based law firm that provides personalized legal help, effectively tailored to meet clients’ needs. Ms. Ewing is a highly respected lawyer who has provided clients with powerful and unwavering representation for over 40 years. Combining her legal skills and expertise, she created a successful practice in Englewood, Colorado, where she continues to practice today
Danny S. Foster
Founding Partner, Foster Graham Milstein & Calisher, LLP, in Denver, COMr. Foster is a founding partner and co-managing partner of Foster Graham Milstein & Calisher LLP, where he focuses his practice on representing individuals and families who have suffered serious personal injuries resulting from car accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and other forms of negligence.
Mr. Foster began his legal career as a prosecutor in the Denver District Attorney’s Office from 1997 to 1999. After leaving the DA’s office, he co-founded FGMC, driven by the belief that the best lawyers provide personalized care and maintain constant communication with their clients. His attention to detail and dedication to client relationships have helped him build one of central Denver’s largest independent law firms.
Representing personal injury clients at the highest level requires deep knowledge of complex medical issues, an understanding of insurance company tactics, and the confidence to litigate cases when necessary. Mr. Foster and the FGMC Personal Injury team handle only a select number of catastrophic and serious injury cases, ensuring each client receives focused, individualized attention.
Mr. Foster emphasizes that FGMC is not a television advertising law firm. Clients who retain FGMC are not paying for costly billboards or commercials. Instead, the firm’s approach is built on quality over quantity, providing dedicated, hands-on representation for serious injury cases rather than the high-volume model of large advertising firms.
Sean T. Olson
Founder, Olson Personal Injury Lawyers, in Golden, COMr. Olson founded Olson Personal Injury Lawyers with one clear mission: to help people who have been injured obtain the justice and support they need to move forward. Serving clients throughout Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming, Mr. Olson and his team have dedicated themselves to standing up for the wrongfully injured and fighting for fair outcomes, a commitment they call Protecting the West. He and the attorneys at Olson Personal Injury Lawyers have backed up that mission by securing millions of dollars for their clients, supported by numerous client testimonials demonstrating the firm’s commitment to justice.
Since 2012, Mr. Olson has been recognized by Super Lawyers as a top-rated personal injury attorney, an acknowledgment of his skill, experience, and dedication. His practice focuses on personal injury, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse, and he has helped secure millions of dollars for clients. What matters most to Mr. Olson is not the numbers, but the real difference those results make—whether funding life-saving medical care, making a home more livable after a serious injury, or helping a family find peace after tragedy. He is passionate about helping people rebuild their lives.
Deirdre E. Ostrowski
Keating Wagner Polidori Free, P.C.As Managing Partner at Keating Wagner Polidori Free, Ms. Ostrowski concentrates her practice on catastrophic personal injury cases in Denver and throughout Colorado. She is deeply aware of the guidance and support her clients need when navigating complex legal issues in personal injury cases, allowing them to focus on healing. Ms. Ostrowski works tirelessly for her clients, whether in the courtroom or during settlement conferences, to achieve the best possible outcomes.
While working with Keating Wagner throughout law school, Ms. Ostrowski developed a passion for the courtroom. As a plaintiff attorney, she learned the importance of understanding her clients and the long-term impact of their injuries by getting to know her clients, their families, and their medical teams. She is dedicated to telling each client’s story of loss with precision and compassion, using the finest in technology, medical evidence, and expert testimony.
Ms. Ostrowski has extensive experience handling wrongful death cases, trucking accidents, product defect claims, traumatic brain injuries, pharmacy errors, and child sexual abuse civil cases, among other personal injury matters. She has a proven record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts, even when facing large insurance companies and corporations.
Recognized by her peers and colleagues as one of Colorado’s top accident trial lawyers, Ms. Ostrowski’s care and commitment to her clients are reflected in her results. Among her many accomplishments, she is especially proud to be listed among the attorneys who achieved two of the largest plaintiff personal injury jury verdicts in Colorado in 2013.