Divorce involves making important decisions that will affect the family for years. Few of these decisions are more important than a parenting plan that determines custody, visitation, schedules, and other vital details that address the needs of the children. Over...
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Tips for staying out of trouble during spring break
Spring break is the time for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Still, if you're heading to the mountains for the week of skiing or boarding, it's essential to make sure you know what activities often land students and young adults in trouble here in the Centennial...
There are new rules for M&A deals
President Biden signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 last December. This $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill funds the federal government's operations, but amidst the countless details are amendments to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on mergers and...
Long separations can be a big mistake
Some couples find themselves caught in a long-term separation rather than a divorce. The reasons may involve money, religious grounds, family pressures or a spouse's refusal to divorce. Some separate, clinging to the hope that they will reconcile; however, one study...
What to do when pulled over
Law enforcement pulls over thousands and thousands of drivers each year. Most of these involve a moving violation or a warning because the driver was not following traffic law. Penalties include points off your license and perhaps an appearance in court for a...
What if the home’s asking price doesn’t match the appraisal?
Nearly everyone who has bought a home understands that the asking price rarely matches the appraisal. Such is the nature of business transactions, but it can cause headaches for those involved in real estate transactions. The bank or lending institution will likely...
What to do with the house?
Couples planning to divorce have many important decisions that impact their lives for years to come. Except for custody and parenting plans, few decisions are more important than what to do with the home. It’s typically one of your most valuable assets, but it is...
Valid grounds for an employee’s dismissal
With the great resignation of 2022, companies struggled to retain employees in this economic climate. Still, there are valid reasons why companies choose to dismiss employees. Some illegal grounds for dismissal include race, age, gender, religious beliefs, sexual...
Don’t be an accidental drug dealer
Colorado has led the nation on the legalization of marijuana and mushrooms, but that doesn't mean that the state is lax on other drug laws, particularly opioids (Percocet and OxyContin), stimulants (Adderall) and benzodiazepines (Xanax). In fact, some may be surprised...
How to split debt during a divorce
Nearly everyone going into a divorce knows they will divide up assets, but they may not realize that couples also need to divide up their marital debts. From credit cards to mortgages, both parties share the responsibility of repayment. It can be challenging to spread...