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A divorce is a big change for parents and children. While parents deal with the complicated legal matter of untangling a marriage, children are often confused. They may feel scared, powerless and frustrated or angry. Parents going through a divorce who want to prepare...
The decision to have a child results in significant personal responsibility. Parents have to provide for the basic needs of their child, from shelter and clothing to food and healthcare, until that child turns 18. Usually, married parents share those responsibilities...
You can visit an auto repair shop if your car needs repairs or replacement parts. Most auto repair shops are licensed to perform services and repairs and even have original equipment manufacturer (OEM) certification to ensure that the parts they use are authentic and...
During the global COVID-19 pandemic, Colorado had several restrictions in place for residential evictions. In response to the global pandemic, congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”), which required landlords to provide a...
Most people wouldn’t count Labor Day among the biggest drinking holidays of the year. Nonetheless, whenever there’s a chance to take an extra day off from work, people are naturally going to gather for parties of all sizes and activities of all kinds – many of which...
In Colorado, marital property is divided equitably based upon the value on the day of the divorce, unless the parties agree otherwise. “Equitably” does not mean equal. The court’s division of marital property need not be exactly equal - just fair. Nonetheless, the...
When married business owners decide to divorce, the process can be complex and involve various legal, financial and practical considerations. Plus, there is a good chance that the business itself is one of their most valuable assets. When couples craft prenuptial or...
Probate is the legal process that is used to transfer title of assets from the decedent (person who passed away) to his or her devisees (recipients named in the will) or heirs (recipients named by law). Probate must be filed within three years of the estate owner’s...
In Colorado criminal trials, the prosecution is generally prohibited from presenting evidence of a Defendant’s prior bad acts. For example, a Defendant is charged with committing assault on Jan 1, 2023. The Defendant assaulted a different person on July 4, 2015. The...
Theft and robbery may sound similar, but they are two distinct crimes under Colorado law. The penalties for each also differ. What sets theft and robbery apart? And what are the penalties a person can face if convicted of either? Theft A person can be charged with...
