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Colorado Bankruptcy Blawg

Covers debt relief for Colorado consumers and businesses under Chapters 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. By Robin Kert Hunt.

http://web.mac.com/coloatty/iWeb/bkr/blawg/blawg.html

Dec 16
Down & Dirty CLE: Holiday CLE Celebration 12/16/2011

Down & Dirty CLE: Holiday CLE Celebration 12/16/2011

The next Down & Dirty CLE is Friday, December 16, 2011, 08:30
Aug 3
Brown bag discussion with Colorado bankruptcy judge

Brown bag discussion with Colorado bankruptcy judge

07/20/2011 update from the court:
Jul 15
Will I lose my LLC if I file personal bankruptcy?

Will I lose my LLC if I file personal bankruptcy?

A limited liability company (LLC) is a business entity that is separate from any individual member (owner) of the LLC. For bankruptcy purposes, a debtor's interest in an LLC has some sort of value, usually the debtor's share of any equity…

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Covers defective product topics such as auto recalls, automotive product liability, defective seatbelt and restraint systems, electrical product defects, and toxic tort/environmental cases. By The Gilbert Law Group

http://www.productliabilitylawblog.com/

Dec 4
Tire Blowout Lawsuit Blames Bridgestone for Texas Rollover Crash

Tire Blowout Lawsuit Blames Bridgestone for Texas Rollover Crash

A mother and daughter are suing Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations for Texas auto products liability. The plaintiffs, Staci and Joanna Mathes, blame a faulty spare tire for the 2010 SUV rollover crash that they left them with serious…
Nov 30
Backyard Trampolines are Dangerous, Warn Pediatrician

Backyard Trampolines are Dangerous, Warn Pediatrician

In an updated statement recently issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the group is once again strongly discouraging the use of trampolines in homes and backyards. Dr. Michele LaBotz, who co-authored the "Trampoline Safety in…
Nov 27
Liquid Laundry Packets Can Cause Child Injuries, Poisoning, Warns CPSC

Liquid Laundry Packets Can Cause Child Injuries, Poisoning, Warns CPSC

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an alert cautioning that single-load liquid laundry packets may be harmful to kids. The reason for this, said the CPSC, is that some of the chemicals contained in them are toxic. The federal…

Rank this Week: 820

FamilyCraft: The Private Practice…

FamilyCraft: The Private Practice of Family & Divorce Mediation

Covers the intrapersonal and the professional/technical world of being a family mediator. By Lawrence F. King.

http://coloradodivorcemediation.com/blog/mediation/index.htm

Apr 23
Empathy, Anger & Sorrow (Erasing the Lines in the Sand)

Empathy, Anger & Sorrow (Erasing the Lines in the Sand)

In discussing disappointment's natural place in the landscape of life, psychotherapist Michael Miller, Ph.D., recently wrote in a popular magazine's feature article:Empathy helps turn anger into sorrow. When sorrow becomes mutual, it begins…
Dec 4
Acclaim for Our Divorce Law & Mediation Blogs and Website

Acclaim for Our Divorce Law & Mediation Blogs and Website

Fellow attorney-mediator Diane Levin of Boston has kindly reviewed our new blogs (this family mediation blog, and our companion Colorado DivorcePoint! divorce law blog).
Oct 31
Good Fences In Co-Parenting Plan Mediation

Good Fences In Co-Parenting Plan Mediation

In his epic poem about a Vermont apple orchard, “The Mending Wall”, Robert Frost puzzled over the timeless proverbGood fences make good neighbors.

Rank this Week: 817

Randy Barnhart - Trial Lawyer

Covers defective autos, vans, trucks and tires, and insurance bad faith.

May 20
Obama Nominates Utah Judge for 10th Circuit

Obama Nominates Utah Judge for 10th Circuit

Yesterday, President Obama demonstrated his continued commitment to increasing the diversity of our federal judiciary, so that it better reflects the nation it serves. He nominated four distinguished women to serve on four different…
May 16
Colorado Exculpatory Agreement Valid - 10th Circuit Rule

Colorado Exculpatory Agreement Valid - 10th Circuit Rule

In Squires v Breckenridge {download}, decided May 7, the 10th Circuit found a "release" or exculpatory agreement valid under Colorado law. The court began its analysis as follows: “[a]greements attempting to exculpate a party from…
May 1
Colorado Celebrates Law Day

Colorado Celebrates Law Day

This week, people across the United States will observe Law Day. It is a time each year to celebrate the rule of law and the role the courts and legal system play in helping people peacefully resolve disputes in modern society. Here in…

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Matt Berkus Blog

Covers bankruptcy and debt relief.

http://www.mattberkus.com/blog/

May 20
Student Loans are the Only Unforgivable “Loan” in Bankruptcy!

Student Loans are the Only Unforgivable “Loan” in Bankruptcy!

Do you remember the song: One of these things is not like the others, one of these things just doesn’t belong, can you tell which thing is not like the others by the time I finish this song? (Sesame Street). Student loans stick out like…
May 20
Student Loans are the Only Unforgivable “Loan” in Bankruptcy!

Student Loans are the Only Unforgivable “Loan” in Bankruptcy!

Do you remember the song: One of these things is not like the others, one of these things just doesn’t belong, can you tell which thing is not like the others by the time I finish this song? (Sesame Street). Student loans stick out like…
May 16
Better Life Through Bankruptcy

Better Life Through Bankruptcy

If you are in debt, using your credit cards to make ends meet, and living pay check to pay check, you don’t need me to remind you of the stress you are under. Financial troubles have a way of slowly getting worse; then one morning,…

Rank this Week: 906

Colorado Construction Litigation

Covers construction litigation in Colorado. By Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC.

http://hhmrlaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 19
Colorado Senate Bill 13-052 Dies in Committee

Colorado Senate Bill 13-052 Dies in Committee

On April 17, 2013, the Colorado Senate Judiciary Committee voted, along party lines, to postpone indefinitely SB 52. Here is a link to the Denver Business Journal's story regarding the bill and its untimely demise: "Lawmakers kill…
Apr 16
Update on Colorado Senate Bill 13-052

Update on Colorado Senate Bill 13-052

Here is an update regarding SB 52 from Amie Mayhew, Executive Director of the Colorado Association of Home Builders:Yesterday, the Senate Judiciary Committee heard the proponents testimony on SB-52. Because the Senate was due back on…
Apr 11
Colorado Senate Bill 13-052 Has Been Scheduled for its First Hearing April 15th in the Senate Judiciary Committee

Colorado Senate Bill 13-052 Has Been Scheduled for its First Hearing April 15th in the Senate Judiciary Committee

After a long wait, Colorado SB 13-52 has been scheduled for its first hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday, April 15th at 1:30. The long delay in hearing was caused by a desire to wait for the release of a study to determine…

Rank this Week: 994

Colorado Springs Criminal Law Blog

Covers Colorado drug charges, DUI, sex crimes, theft and traffic violations. By Timothy Bussey.

http://www.coloradospringscriminallawblog.com/

May 16
THC Driving Bill Passes Colorado Senate, Awaits Governor’s Signature

THC Driving Bill Passes Colorado Senate, Awaits Governor’s Signature

Colorado drivers now need to learn new limits for Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUID). House Bill 1325, which sets limits on blood levels for driving after smoking marijuana, has been passed by the Colorado Senate and now awaits…
May 15
House Bill 1077 Proposes Changes to DUI Law

House Bill 1077 Proposes Changes to DUI Law

The General Assembly is currently debating whether they should sign in House Bill 1077. House Bill 1077 would be instrumental in changing current laws regarding DUI, DUI per se, and DWAI arrests. The bill would allow drivers to challenge…
May 13
Getting Your License Reinstated With Ignition Interlock After a Colorado DUI

Getting Your License Reinstated With Ignition Interlock After a Colorado DUI

In Colorado, a person convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) may be able to get his or her driver’s license reinstated if the driver agrees to use an ignition interlock device. The device is installed on the driver’s…

Rank this Week: 1000

Symmes & Hsu, PLLC Law Blog

Covers sports, entertainment and gambling law. By Symmes & Hsu, PLLC.

http://symmesandhsu.wordpress.com

Mar 6
What Should I do If I Get A Copyright Infringement Demand Letter?

What Should I do If I Get A Copyright Infringement Demand Letter?

Receiving a subpoena letter related to a copyright infringement case from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) such as Comcast or Century link or receiving a demand letter offering to settle your case prior to litigation can be a shock to the…
Mar 1
Litigation related to Copyright Infirngement Cases Involving Feature Films on the Rise

Litigation related to Copyright Infirngement Cases Involving Feature Films on the Rise

This Seattle copyright attorney was on the local news yesterday talking about illegal downloading of feature films, the increase of lawsuits in the area and potential consequences. For the full story check out the Komo 4 News website. Here is…
Oct 20
Trademark licensees in Bankruptcy

Trademark licensees in Bankruptcy

A trademark license is an agreement through which one organization allows another to draw on its trademark. Ostensibly, till last year, no court had been asked to decide if a trademark licensee in bankruptcy can presume, or presume and…

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Colorado Homeowners Association…

Colorado Homeowners Association Law Blog

Covers community associations, covenant enforcement, and governance. By Winzenburg Leff Purvis & Payne.

http://www.cohoalaw.com/

May 17
The Fair Housing Act - The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same

The Fair Housing Act - The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same

We’ve written many times about the Fair Housing Act and assistance animals, most recently on April 29, 2013. Little did I know then that, just four days previously the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development had issued…
May 10
Community Association "To Do" List: Post 2013 Legislative Session Edition

Community Association "To Do" List: Post 2013 Legislative Session Edition

The Colorado General Assembly concluded its 2013 session on Wednesday after approving several pieces of legislation that impact community associations. We have covered the legislation from start to finish and will continue to provide updates…
May 10
Withholding Records - We Can Do That, Right?

Withholding Records - We Can Do That, Right?

We all know that the Colorado legislature last year revised the records definitions and disclosure requirements under the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act ("CCIOA") (we do all know that, right?). Well, here is an example of what…

Rank this Week: 1295

Mountain Legal Colorado Criminal…

Mountain Legal Colorado Criminal Defense

Covers criminal legal issues in the Colorado area. By Nathaniel Baca.

http://www.mtnlegal.com

Mar 27
Ending the Death Penalty in Colorado

Ending the Death Penalty in Colorado

After a valiant effort to promote human dignity and human rights in Colorado, a bill to end the death penalty co-sponsored by Claire Levy and Jovan Melton died in committee yesterday. The bill died one week after Governor Hickenlooper…
Mar 26
Illegal Drug Searches using Dog

Illegal Drug Searches using Dog

The Supreme Court recently decided two cases that have a large impact on drug searches using dogs. The cases move in opposite directions, one taking away some of the rights of a Defendant, while the other case increased the rights of a…
Mar 18
The Right to Counsel in a Criminal Case – Gideon at 50

The Right to Counsel in a Criminal Case – Gideon at 50

A client of mine recently told me that “poor people do not fall through the cracks, they are pushed through the cracks.” Looking back on the cases that I have handled and my own personal experiences, I could not agree more. Our…

Rank this Week: 1225

Colorado Springs Personal Injury…

Colorado Springs Personal Injury Law Blog

Covers defective medical devices, drug products, environmental law, medical malpractice, wrongful death and more. By Kerry Jardine.

http://coloradosprings.injuryboard.com/

Dec 23
Michaels Stores Recalls Tree Tealight Candle Holder

Michaels Stores Recalls Tree Tealight Candle Holder

Michaels Stores announced a recall of tree tea light candle holders in The United States and Canada because the tea light cups are near the candle flame and can ignite other parts of the holder, posing a fire and burn hazard. To this date,…
Dec 23
Michaels Stores Recalls Tree Tealight Candle Holder

Michaels Stores Recalls Tree Tealight Candle Holder

Michaels Stores announced a recall of tree tea light candle holders in The United States and Canada because the tea light cups are near the candle flame and can ignite other parts of the holder, posing a fire and burn hazard. To this date,…
May 15
Riding Toys Recalled By Step2

Riding Toys Recalled By Step2

Step2 Company, in conjunction with the CPSC and Health Canada, issued a voluntary recall of more than 2 million Push Around and Whisper Ride Buggies because a part can loosen, causing the handle to detach, posing a risk of injury. To date,…

Rank this Week: 1213

Immigration Law Blog

Provides immigration law information and advice for consumers in Denver, Colorado. By Law Offices of Trunnell & Sellers.

http://immigrationlawyersdenver.com/blog/

Jul 5
Why Paperwork Should Never Keep Your Loved Ones Out of the Country

Why Paperwork Should Never Keep Your Loved Ones Out of the Country

Too Often, the Difference Between Staying and Going is Paperwork! You have a loved one in the country. It may be a spouse needing a fiancee visa or a family member needing a work visa. Before the loved one is forced to leave the country…
Oct 10
How Long Should Love Wait?

How Long Should Love Wait?

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Aug 19
The Trials of One of Our Clients… Part 1

The Trials of One of Our Clients… Part 1

Keeping Families Together... Meet “Matt” – A teacher in Denver who went on a missions trip a few years back to the Dominican Republic. He meets a lovely woman while on this service trip named “Eva.”

Rank this Week: 1430

HindmanSanchez Law Blog

Covers Colorado community association law. By HindmanSanchez.

http://www.hindmansanchez.com/blog

May 16
We're Sorry

We're Sorry

Over the last month, our blog has been somewhat unstable in that some posts were sent without content and some links within our blogs did not work. At HindmanSanchez, we pride ourselves on being a leader in the Community Association…
May 9
Upside Down Owners, Fear Not-You May Soon Be Right-Side Up

Upside Down Owners, Fear Not-You May Soon Be Right-Side Up

With the housing market in a slum for the last several years, many homeowners have not only lost equity in their homes, but have flipped their investments upside down! These homeowners ended up owing more on their mortgages then the…
May 8
HOA Bills Move to Governor

HOA Bills Move to Governor

As expected, with less than 24 hours left in the legislative session, the remainder of the HOA bills that were being debated all passed out of the legislature and moved on to the Governor and are all expected to be signed. The bills…

Rank this Week: 1476

Colorado Springs Divorce Attorney…

Colorado Springs Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers divorce, military divorce, child custody and legal separation in Colorado. By Gasper Law Group.

http://www.coloradospringsdivorceattorneyblog.com/

May 15
Military Divorce - Service Relief Act

Military Divorce - Service Relief Act

By Teresa A. Drexler Partner and Attorney The Gasper Law Group, PLLC Military servicemembers face a myriad of challenges when they are deployed, in training or otherwise unavailable due to their military responsibilities and commitments. …
Sep 12
“Yes, you too must pay your child support Mr. NFL Superstar”

“Yes, you too must pay your child support Mr. NFL Superstar”

By Daniel N. Noffsinger Divorce and Family Attorney The Gasper Law Group, PLLC
Sep 11
Divorce in Colorado after Infidelity

Divorce in Colorado after Infidelity

By Sebasti E. "Emma" Adams Divorce and Family Attorney The Gasper Law Group, PLLC "He cheated!" She broke your heart! He tore the family apart! It’s her fault she had an affair!

Rank this Week: 1506

Social Security Disability Law

Covers Social Security disability topics. By Spencer & Spencer.

http://www.2spencers.com/social-security-blog

Jun 27
Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Q: Is there a way that Medicare should be picking up medical bills from the time an application is sent for review to the time one can be approved for Medicare? A: Once you are approved for Social Security disability benefits, you do become…
Jun 27
Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Ask A Lawyer: Medicare and Social Security Disability

Q: Is there a way that Medicare should be picking up medical bills from the time an application is sent for review to the time one can be approved for Medicare? A: Once you are approved for Social Security disability benefits, you do become…
Jun 20
SSA Puts the Kaibosh on Internet Searching

SSA Puts the Kaibosh on Internet Searching

We’ve warned readers about protecting your online profiles on Social Media sites. You could be blindsided by an ALJ who questions you at your hearing about something that appeared on Facebook. It has already happened to some claimants. Even…

Rank this Week: 1563

Denver Criminal Defense Law Blog

Covers Denver and national criminal law issues. By the Law Offices of Steven J. Pisani.

http://www.denvercriminaldefenselawblog.com/

May 21
Criminal background doesn't mean people will re-offend in college

Criminal background doesn't mean people will re-offend in college

A new study conducted by the Colorado School of Public Health found that criminal background checks and questionaires are not capable of figuring out who will commit crimes on college campuses. This study comes after colleges have increased…
May 17
36 people indicted on for drug related crimes in Colorado

36 people indicted on for drug related crimes in Colorado

Late last month, 36 people were indicted for drug related crimes in Colorado. The Mesa County authorities say that this was the most sophisticated drug ring the area has ever seen. These accusations are especially serious. Of the 36 people...
May 13
Colorado domestic violence provision in new gun regulation bill

Colorado domestic violence provision in new gun regulation bill

A bill that is being debated and discussed in the Colorado legislature may have effects on the ability for some people to own or carry firearms. The bill would prohibit people who have been convicted of a domestic violence offense...

Rank this Week: 1645

Religious Law Blog

Covers religious law and liberty issues affecting churches, ministries, and individuals. By Telios Law PLLC.

http://www.telioslaw.com/religious-law-blog-posts

May 6
How Far Does Clergy Confidentiality Go Under Common Law? Part 2

How Far Does Clergy Confidentiality Go Under Common Law? Part 2

Previously, we discussed the magistrate judge’s decision in United States v. Dillard, which held that communications between a lay spiritual counselor and a prisoner were not privileged. Angel Dillard appealed that decision to the…
Apr 22
You Gave the Church Away?

You Gave the Church Away?

You hate to see a case with a caption like God’s Hope Builders, Inc. v. Mount Zion Baptist Church, since it seems unlikely the lawsuit is what God would have hoped for. The Georgia Court of Appeals, on March 28, 2013, remanded this case…
Mar 26
How Far Does Clergy Confidentiality Go Under Common Law?

How Far Does Clergy Confidentiality Go Under Common Law?

Confidential communication with clergy has been protected for centuries under the common law. This means that clergy do not have to disclose the content of those discussions. How far does that confidentiality extend? The answer varies…

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Denver Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy, foreclosure and debt collection. By the Law Office of Clark Daniel Dray.

http://www.debtfreecolorado.com/denver-bankruptcy-lawyer-blog/

Mar 29
Bankruptcy 341 Meeting of Creditors – What will the Trustee Ask?

Bankruptcy 341 Meeting of Creditors – What will the Trustee Ask?

Attorney Charles E. Longtine posted a useful article on the Colorado Consumer Bankruptcy Association’s blog about commonly asked questions at the 341 Meeting of Creditors. The first few questions he lists are: Have you previously filed…
Sep 25
Divorce, Debt, and Bankruptcy – Why Your Divorce Isn’t As Effective At Protecting You From Debt As You Think

Divorce, Debt, and Bankruptcy – Why Your Divorce Isn’t As Effective At Protecting You From Debt As You Think

Contrary to popular belief, the financial bonds formed during a marriage can’t be broken just by filing for divorce. Three common misconceptions about divorce and debt are set out and corrected below to help you learn how to avoid letting…
Aug 29
Does a Foreclosure or Short Sale Affect my Credit Score More?

Does a Foreclosure or Short Sale Affect my Credit Score More?

You have several different options for dealing with a home that’s worth less than what you owe on it, two of which are foreclosure and a short sale. One common justification that realtors give for pushing a short sale is that it’s better…

Rank this Week: 1617

Colorado Springs Criminal Attorney…

Colorado Springs Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers Colorado criminal law and criminal defense issues. By Geoff Heim.

http://www.coloradospringscriminalattorneyblog.com/

Mar 28
Warrants and Drug Dog

Warrants and Drug Dog

Is the dog to the left high?!? There will be an answer at the end of this post. A law school classmate who is now a professor at our alma mater--Creighton--just posted (on Facebook, no less) that the Supreme Court has decided that a drug…
Mar 8
Wisconsin Man Arrested For Making Own Cheeseburger, Fries At Denny'

Wisconsin Man Arrested For Making Own Cheeseburger, Fries At Denny'

Cleaning out the e-mail box and found this gem from last year. I'd hung onto it so long because it's really, really, funny. I should add a bunch of commentary about how this relates to criminal law in Colorado Springs and then give a call…
Mar 7
Harassment, Disorderly Conduct, and Protected Speech: the thought and speech police

Harassment, Disorderly Conduct, and Protected Speech: the thought and speech police

One thing I've learned after 18 years as a lawyer (WTH?!?, I don't feel a day over, um, 40.) is that police and citizens sometimes have a very different opinion of what you can say--or in this case--sign to a police officer. I know, cops…

Rank this Week: 1638

Colorado Estate Planning

Covers Colorado Springs estate planning & administration plus business & tax planning. By Kevin Forbush.

http://blog.forbushlegal.com/

Sep 2
For-profit and Non-profit nursing home

For-profit and Non-profit nursing home

The GAO study reinforced that for-profit nursing homes – which account for more than two-thirds of nursing homes nationwide – had more frequent and serious deficiencies than non-profit homes.
Sep 1
Trust reformation

Trust reformation

Even the best laid plans can face unexpected bumps. So what happens when a trustee or beneficiary needs to alter the language of an irrevocable trust and can't turn to the settlor for help because he or she may now be deceased? The answer is…
Aug 31
Inheriting a Retirement Account

Inheriting a Retirement Account

7 Steps to Take When Inheriting a Retirement Account

Rank this Week: 1712

Family Fortress Estate Planning…

Family Fortress Estate Planning Blog

Covers Colorado estate planning and elder law. By Schlender & Stone.

http://www.schlenderlaw.com/blog

Jul 30
Living on the Edge: Small Business Owners and Retirement

Living on the Edge: Small Business Owners and Retirement

Do you feel comfortable with your retirement plan? If you’re a small business owner the answer to that question is probably no. In fact, according to this report by Jules H.
Jul 30
Living on the Edge: Small Business Owners and Retirement

Living on the Edge: Small Business Owners and Retirement

Do you feel comfortable with your retirement plan? If you’re a small business owner the answer to that question is probably no. In fact, according to this report by Jules H.
Jul 28
Not Just Estate Tax Anymore

Not Just Estate Tax Anymore

Anyone who has been following our blog knows that the expiring Bush tax cuts (including the repeal of the estate tax this year and the tax’s reinstatement next year) have given lawmakers no end of trouble as they struggle and debate—and…

Rank this Week: 1687

Shaun Kaufman Law, PC

Covers criminal law, litigation tactics, parenting rights and medical marijuana.

http://shaunkaufmanlaw.com/

May 21
Colorado DUI Attorney Shaun Kaufman: Why You Should Cooperate with Field Sobriety Test

Colorado DUI Attorney Shaun Kaufman: Why You Should Cooperate with Field Sobriety Test

Colorado law, including Department of Health regulations, provide that an individual suspected of drunk (or drugged) driving must be given either a breath test or a blood test within two hours of the last time they drove. This is designed to…
May 15
Who Are Prosecutors and How Do They Decide to Charge People for Crimes?

Who Are Prosecutors and How Do They Decide to Charge People for Crimes?

Q: Who is a prosecutor? A: The prosecutor is a lawyer who, on behalf of the government, first decides whether or not to charge a person with a crime. If that decision is yes, the prosecutor then conducts legal…
May 13
If I Am Planning to Plead Guilty, Should I Still Hire a Defense Attorney?

If I Am Planning to Plead Guilty, Should I Still Hire a Defense Attorney?

Yes! You Still Have Options Even if you know you are guilty, there are still alternatives. For example, a prosecutor might be open to a plea bargain where you plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a lighter sentence. While you might…

Rank this Week: 1733

J.M. Reinan, P.C. Blog

Discusses nursing home neglect & abuse, medical malpractice, consumer protection and civil rights.

http://reinanlaw.com/category/blog/

May 9
Diane Weissmuller Pays it Forward in Honor of her Mother and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Diane Weissmuller Pays it Forward in Honor of her Mother and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

The Law Offices of JM Reinan, PC’s client, Diane Weissmuller, has set up the Leola Jones Memorial Award in honor of her mother. As part of the Memorial Award, the District Attorney’s Office and students...
May 9
J Reinan to Participate in 2013 Hemmings Motor News Great Race

J Reinan to Participate in 2013 Hemmings Motor News Great Race

J Reinan loves old cars and can’t imagine a better way to spend 9 days than driving a great one down the Mighty Mississippi! The Great Race was first inaugurated in 1983 with the...
Mar 29
Boulder County Jury Finds in Favor of George Pappageorge in Wrongful Death Case

Boulder County Jury Finds in Favor of George Pappageorge in Wrongful Death Case

The Law Offices of JM Reinan, PC represented George Pappageorge in a wrongful death case concerning his wife, Elaine Pappageorge. Mr. Pappageorge brought suit against Mrs. Pappageorge’s former nursing home, Boulder Manor, a…

Rank this Week: 1737

713Bankruptcy.Com

Covers the preparation of Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions. By Victoria Ring.

http://www.713bankruptcy.com

Apr 26
Opportunity For You!!

Opportunity For You!!

We are giving you the opportunity to be a Guest Blogger on our site www.713Bankruptcy.com as well as have your post sent out in the www.713Training.com newsletter that has several thousand subscribers. Guest Blogging can help you…
Apr 18
Bankruptcy Forcast 2013

Bankruptcy Forcast 2013

A lot of Virtual Bankruptcy Assistants(VBAs) and Attorneys will ask us if bankruptcies are decreasing or increasing and what is happening with the market. Well I have good news, after a slight decline in bankruptcies last…
Mar 29
Can I sell My VBA Business?

Can I sell My VBA Business?

YES you can and in Fact many Virtual Bankruptcy Assistants (VBA’s) have sold their Businesses and I am going to answer some IMPORTANT Questions about selling your VBA Business. What are some of the reasons a VBA would sell their…

Rank this Week: 1875

McFarland Pyle & Stone Blog

Covers immigration law, bankruptcy, environmental and commercial law.

http://mpslawoffices.com/blog/

Apr 2
Judge’s Decision Clears Way for Stockton’s Chapter 9 Bankruptcy

Judge’s Decision Clears Way for Stockton’s Chapter 9 Bankruptcy

A ruling by Judge Klein of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court (ED California) has allowed the city of Stockton, California to proceed with its chapter 9 bankruptcy case filed last June.
Mar 4
Bankruptcy in the News: Girls Gone Wild Files for Chapter 11

Bankruptcy in the News: Girls Gone Wild Files for Chapter 11

Girls Gone Wild, the adult entertainment franchise with the memorable late night infomercials, filed for Chapter 11 protection last Wednesday.
Feb 22
MPS Expands Denver Office, Adds Andrea Vella, Esq

MPS Expands Denver Office, Adds Andrea Vella, Esq

The law firm of McFarland Pyle & Stone LLC welcomes Andrea Vella, Esq. to its Denver office! Andrea was born and raised in Colorado. She attended the University of Denver for her undergraduate degree, majoring in International Business.…

Rank this Week: 1831

Veterans' Disability Blog

Covers veterans benefits topics for disabled veterans in Colorado. By Spencer & Spencer, P.C.

http://2spencers.com/veterans-disability-blog

Jun 18
Ask A Lawyer: How long will it take for the VA to respond to my appeal?

Ask A Lawyer: How long will it take for the VA to respond to my appeal?

Q: I was awarded a 10% disability in March 1910. I appealed it and they received the appeal on May 28th, 2010. It has been over 2 years since I have had any response. Is this normal? A: Two years with no response from the VA on a claim for…
Jun 18
Ask A Lawyer: How long will it take for the VA to respond to my appeal?

Ask A Lawyer: How long will it take for the VA to respond to my appeal?

Q: I was awarded a 10% disability in March 1910. I appealed it and they received the appeal on May 28th, 2010. It has been over 2 years since I have had any response. Is this normal? A: Two years with no response from the VA on a claim…
Jun 18
Ask A Lawyer: How long will it take for the VA to respond to my appeal?

Ask A Lawyer: How long will it take for the VA to respond to my appeal?

Q: I was awarded a 10% disability in March 1910. I appealed it and they received the appeal on May 28th, 2010. It has been over 2 years since I have had any response. Is this normal? A: Two years with no response from the VA on a claim…

Rank this Week: 1881

Colorado DivorcePoint!

Covers Colorado divorce law. By Lawrence King and Christopher Griffith.

http://lawblog.coloradodivorcemediation.com/

May 10
This blog has moved

This blog has moved

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Jun 13
Colorado Divorce Online Records - 2007 Divorce Law Change

Colorado Divorce Online Records - 2007 Divorce Law Change

Changes to Colorado divorce law now limit access to Colorado divorce online records.
Aug 8
Chocolate Pudding Brings Peace of Mind!

Chocolate Pudding Brings Peace of Mind!

As a divorce professional, I don't often fall in love with new children's books about divorce; there are simply too many fine ones already out there.

Rank this Week: 1751

IP & Regulatory Law Blog

Discusses current regulatory and intellectual property issues. By Scott Bialecki.

http://www.ipreglaw.com/

May 20
BlackBerry: Can It Save Its Diluted Brand?

BlackBerry: Can It Save Its Diluted Brand?

Not long ago, the only smart phone that people knew about was the BlackBerry. Now, it’s been recently reported that BlackBerry has fallen to #4, behind Windows, Android and Apple. What happened? Decentralization and resulting…
Apr 24
Hopefully Siri Can Keep A Secret….

Hopefully Siri Can Keep A Secret….

My children often use my iPhone to ask Siri the most bizarre questions. No matter what the question, however, Siri always seems to have an immediate answer. Had I thought about it in any detail, I probably would have figured out that…
Apr 22
Give With Your Heart to the Victims of Boston, But Be Smart

Give With Your Heart to the Victims of Boston, But Be Smart

What happened at the Boston Marathon last week was horrific. And even though unfathomable, there are some people that will try to profit from this tragedy. As the FTC warns, refrain from giving cash donations to unknown…

Rank this Week: 2081

Denver Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers Colorado family law, child custody and child support. By Plog & Stein, PC.

http://www.denverdivorceattorneyblog.com/

May 14
Colorado Appellate Court Considers Great-Grandparent Visitation

Colorado Appellate Court Considers Great-Grandparent Visitation

An area that can present a cause for concern in Colorado child custody cases is the question of grandparent visitation. Can grandparents request visitation with their grandchildren through a judicial process just as a divorced parent asks for…
May 1
DENVER CUSTODY: YOUR CHILD WON'T GO FOR VISITATION. WHAT DO YOU DO?

DENVER CUSTODY: YOUR CHILD WON'T GO FOR VISITATION. WHAT DO YOU DO?

Denver custody and divorce attorneys see all types of cases related to child issues. This includes divorces with children, custody cases, cases involving modification of visitation, cases involving enforcement of existing visitation orders,…
Apr 10
DENVER DIVORCE AND CIVIL UNIONS

DENVER DIVORCE AND CIVIL UNIONS

For year, we have listened to debates in the media regarding whether Colorado should, or should not, allow civil unions. The debate ended on March 21, 2013, when the Governor signed into law the Colorado Civil Unions Act, Senate Bill 13-011.…

Rank this Week: 2066

Law Office of E.C. Lewis, P.C.

Covers business news.

http://www.eclewis.com/

May 7
I scream, you scream, we all scream for… the most dangerous business to own?

I scream, you scream, we all scream for… the most dangerous business to own?

Recently, I came across an article about wayward ice cream truck owners. Most of us remember these trucks from our youth – they brought us frosty treats on warm afternoons while toons played throughout the neighborhood. However, this…
Jan 29
Keeping it in the family

Keeping it in the family

The past few weeks we have been talking about starting a business. Just like starting a business with a spouse which we discussed two weeks ago, people start to think about going into business with friends and family. You’ve known your…
Jan 23
Going into business with partner

Going into business with partner

So far this month, we have gone over starting a business by yourself and with your significant other. This week, we are going to touch on starting a business with a partner (or partners). In many cases, people determine that they do not want…

Rank this Week: 2122

Colorado Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers Colorado plea bargaining, statutes of limitations and mental health issues in criminal cases. By H. Michael Steinberg.

http://www.colorado-criminal-lawyer-online.com/

Apr 26
Colorado Miranda Rights Law - AfterThe Boston Bombing - What Is The Law In Colorado On Miranda?

Colorado Miranda Rights Law - AfterThe Boston Bombing - What Is The Law In Colorado On Miranda?

By Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer - Attorney - Colorado Miranda Rights Law - H. Michael Steinberg Colorado Miranda Rights Law is sometimes not only internally complex but is ever evolving for law enforcement since the original Miranda…
Apr 10
Wiretapping Questions Arise In Mitch McConnell "Dust Up" - Would This Be A Crime In Colorado?

Wiretapping Questions Arise In Mitch McConnell "Dust Up" - Would This Be A Crime In Colorado?

The question of whether someone illegally bugged Senator Mitch McConnell's office raises serious questions that arise from a recording that recently was obtained by the news organization Mother Jones. The nature of the recording is not at…
Mar 26
Vehicular Homicide Cases - Alcohol - Driving and Death - Difficult Case

Vehicular Homicide Cases - Alcohol - Driving and Death - Difficult Case

The Charge of Vehicular Homicide - Manslaughter The most devastating charge facing an individual who has made the unfortunate decision to drink and drive - is the charge of vehicular homicide. Colorado courts punish this crime much more…

Rank this Week: 1963

Legacy Planner Blog

Covers estate planning, business planning, asset protection and business succession. By Karen Brady.

http://legacyplannerblog.com

Apr 24
We Can't Care More Than The Client

We Can't Care More Than The Client

I am mentoring a less experienced attorney who agreed to help a couple change the guardians named in their Wills. Once she saw the Will, she knew she was in over her head because the Will "pours over" into a trust. She asked to see…
Apr 23
Immature Heirs: After The Fact

Immature Heirs: After The Fact

Today a man called me hoping I had some ideas. He was personal representative of an estate. His nieces are the heirs of the estate. The nieces are late teens and early twenties. Their mother died without a will or any other form of estate…
Mar 12
Upcoming Seminar on Social Security Planning

Upcoming Seminar on Social Security Planning

Don't want to turn this blog into "all seminars, all the time", but one of our CFP Partners in Planning, Randy Anderson, regularly holds these educational programs on Social Security. This one is near our office in Arvada. Randy has…

Rank this Week: 1955

Denver DUI Attorney Blog

Covers DUI, DWAI, and motor vehicle hearings. By the Law Office of Monte J. Robbins, Esq.

http://www.denverduiattorneyblog.net/

Apr 19
Fido not welcome on porch of suspected drug house. Supreme Court says get a warrant.

Fido not welcome on porch of suspected drug house. Supreme Court says get a warrant.

The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures and requires that the issuance of a warrant be supported by probable cause. The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that a police…
Apr 10
What is the benefit of a deferred sentence in a DUI case if you can't seal it?

What is the benefit of a deferred sentence in a DUI case if you can't seal it?

The Colorado Court of Appeals recently announced that you can't seal a successfully completed deferred judgment and sentence for a DUI offense. In the Matter of the Petition of Paige Harte, the Court found that Ms. Harte successfully…
Sep 12
Should "Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest." be changed to "Drunk Driving. Under the Limit...still Under Arrest"!?

Should "Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest." be changed to "Drunk Driving. Under the Limit...still Under Arrest"!?

The National Highway Transportation Administration (NHTSA) sponsors various national campaigns throughout the year to promote safety on the roadways. One of the campaigns indicates that if you are driving "over the limit", that you will be…

Rank this Week: 1949

A Taxing Blog

By Professor Victor Fleischer.

http://victorfleischer.com

Apr 2
My take on partnership tax reform

My take on partnership tax reform

Incremental change with a minimum of controversy must be Mr. Camp’s goal. That would explain why he takes the corner wide, steering clear of the most controversial aspect of partnership tax: carried interest. Carried interest refers to…
Mar 13
Lynnley Browning on Supercharged IPO

Lynnley Browning on Supercharged IPO

Lynnley Browning has a story in today’s NYT about Supercharged IPOs, drawing in part on my study with Nancy Staudt. “They involve millions, often billions, of dollars in cash transfers from newly public companies to a small group…
Mar 6
my take on the tax benefits of working at work

my take on the tax benefits of working at work

Yahoo’s chief executive, Marissa Mayer, inspired much debate and rebuke when she recently abolished Yahoo’s work-at-home policy. In academia, “working from home” is a treasured euphemism for heading home after your…

Rank this Week: 2155

Pikes Peak Law Blog

Covers DUI, criminal law and personal injury in Colorado. By McDowell, Laybourne & Rodemer LLC.

http://www.pikespeaklaw.com/blog/

Apr 1
Colorado DUI Laws: Blood Test, Breath Test, or Refusal. Colorado’s Express Consent Law Explained.

Colorado DUI Laws: Blood Test, Breath Test, or Refusal. Colorado’s Express Consent Law Explained.

So what test should you complete? I recommend that my client’s complete a blood test in nearly every situation. I’ll explain. Certainly, refusing to complete a test will derive the state of evidence that is very helpful in…
Apr 1
What you need to know about Colorado Domestic Violence Law

What you need to know about Colorado Domestic Violence Law

What you need to know about Colorado Domestic Violence laws, and what you need to do if you’re arrested for domestic violence (DV). Continue reading →
Mar 29
Legislative Joint Marijuana Committee and Joint Problem

Legislative Joint Marijuana Committee and Joint Problem

Legislative headaches are rampant in Colorado committee rooms. Since voters have legalized the use of recreational marijuana, officials are having a heck of a time agreeing upon a plan to structure regulations for recreational marijuana…

Rank this Week: 2112

The Werner Law Firm

Covers current events, traffic accident data and the legal impact of new technologies.

http://www.thewernerlawfirm.com/blog/

Feb 7
Weekly Roundup for February 7, 2013

Weekly Roundup for February 7, 2013

A driver pulled into the path of another driver, striking the driver’s door. The driver who was struck was hospitalized, along with a passenger in the first vehicle. Lindsey Vonn, a Colorado skier who was participating in a super-G…
Jan 31
Weekly Roundup for January 31, 2013

Weekly Roundup for January 31, 2013

Colorado Springs Police report that the area is no longer on accident alert status. This status allows people involved in car accidents to exchange information and to report the accident later if nobody is injured. X Games athlete Caleb Moore…
Nov 29
Weekly Round-Up for November 29, 2012

Weekly Round-Up for November 29, 2012

The man who was responsible for two construction workers’ deaths after driving his car onto a nearby grassy area and rolling down an embankment has a court date set where he will face two charges of careless driving causing death. A…

Rank this Week: 2094

Boulder Business Law Advisor

Covers Colorado business, employment and products liability law. By Laszlo & Associates, LLC.

http://www.boulderbusinesslawadvisor.com/

Jan 26
Can The Class Action Lawsuit Against Lance Armstrong Actually Work?

Can The Class Action Lawsuit Against Lance Armstrong Actually Work?

The Lance Armstrong saga continues (we've written on Lance HERE, HERE, HERE)... this week saw a class action lawsuit filed against Lance Armstrong and various publishers on behalf of California consumers who claim they were misled by…
Jan 11
House and Senate Introduce Bill Concerning Labeling For Generic Drug Manufacturer

House and Senate Introduce Bill Concerning Labeling For Generic Drug Manufacturer

Democrats in the House and Senate introduced bills that would permit generic drug manufacturers the ability to revise the warning labels for generic drugs--in effect making the regulations applicable to brand name drugs applicable to…
Dec 21
Supreme Court to Review Generic Drug Defective Design Decision in Bartlett

Supreme Court to Review Generic Drug Defective Design Decision in Bartlett

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the First Circuit's decision in Bartlett v. Mutual Pharmaceutical, Inc. which we have previously written about here and here and here. Despite the Supreme Court's decision in Pliva v.…

Rank this Week: 1943

Colorado Springs Criminal Lawyer…

Colorado Springs Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers the defense of DUI / DWAI, domestic violence, felonies and misdemeanors in Colorado. By Gasper Law Group.

http://www.coloradospringscriminallawyerblog.com/

Sep 11
No contact means No Contact: SHE TEXTED ME FIRST!

No contact means No Contact: SHE TEXTED ME FIRST!

By Patterson S. Weaver Criminal Defense Attorney The Gasper Law Group, PLLC
Aug 7
Negotiation with a Gun to Your Head.

Negotiation with a Gun to Your Head.

By
Aug 2
Parenting and Discipline - Can I Spank My Kids?

Parenting and Discipline - Can I Spank My Kids?

Authored by Patterson S. Weaver Attorney at Law, Criminal Division The Gasper Law Group, PLLC

Rank this Week: 1965

Law Office of Kirk Garner Blog

Provides general information to people who are considering or are already engaged in family law litigation in the State of Colorado.

http://kirkgarner.com/home/blog/

May 29
Mediation Tip #2: Be Prepared!

Mediation Tip #2: Be Prepared!

To maximize the chance of a successful mediation, you must be prepared. You cannot show up for mediation without thinking about about your case and expect it to settle favorably.
May 28
Park County Courthouse

Park County Courthouse

The Park County Courthouse in Fairplay, Colorado.
May 28
Grandparent Visitation

Grandparent Visitation

Kirk Garner handles grandparent visitation cases in Colorado.

Rank this Week: 1947

Michael Sweig

Covers criminal justice reform.

http://www.bestthinking.com/thinkers/society_and_humanities/nonprofit_organizations/advocacy/michael-sweig

Dec 12
Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the rhetoric of felony is my work and passion. Sometimes what I read and hear angers me. Today, I am outraged at the scurrilous lack of critical thinking displayed by two types of crucial community stakeholders who should know…
Dec 12
Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the rhetoric of felony is my work and passion. Sometimes what I read and hear angers me. Today, I am outraged at the scurrilous lack of critical thinking displayed by two types of crucial community stakeholders who should know…
Dec 8
Blago's Worst Crime was Not Against "The People"

Blago's Worst Crime was Not Against "The People"

Since a lawbreaker with or without young kids cannot undo the crime and those with kids remain a parent, the best thing to do when a lawbreaker has children is throw in the towel immediately.The worst part of ex-Illinois Governor Rod…

Rank this Week: 2192

Colorado Workers' Comp Law Blog

Provides information for Colorado injured workers. By Spencer & Spencer, P.C.

http://2spencers.com/workers-comp-blog

Nov 2
Ask A Lawyer: What Information Do I Have to Give to the Insurance Company?

Ask A Lawyer: What Information Do I Have to Give to the Insurance Company?

Q. “My work comp insurance company is not moving to fast to pay my claim. I received a packet of papers to fill out, such as the incident report, and medical information and background. They want a list of every doctor I have seen for any…
Nov 2
Ask A Lawyer: What Information Do I Have to Give to the Insurance Company?

Ask A Lawyer: What Information Do I Have to Give to the Insurance Company?

Q. “My work comp insurance company is not moving too fast to pay my claim. I received a packet of papers to fill out, such as the incident report, and medical information and background. They want a list of every doctor I have seen for…
Jul 14
What is the Difference Between an IME and a DIME?

What is the Difference Between an IME and a DIME?

In Colorado, there are important differences between an IME, or Independent Medical Exam and a DIME, or Division Independent Medical Exam.

Rank this Week: 1993

Colorado Business Litigation…

Colorado Business Litigation Lawyer Blog

Covers business litigation risks and strategies. By The Gilbert Law Group

http://www.coloradobusinesslitigationlawyerblog.com/

Oct 26
Update: Court Order Issued -- Will Dalbey Education's Cash Flow Business Dry Up?

Update: Court Order Issued -- Will Dalbey Education's Cash Flow Business Dry Up?

In June, we told you about the lawsuit filed against Colorado's Dalbey Education Institute whose infomercial "Winning in the Cash Flow Business", hosted by Gary Collins, was under fire for being deceptive and misleading.
Sep 2
Patent Trolls - No Longer Hiding Under the Bridge

Patent Trolls - No Longer Hiding Under the Bridge

In the 1990s, the "patent troll" carried a negative connotation, a person or company that aggressively enforced its patents through assertive lawsuits. However the troll of the 2000s translates into an entirely different hobgoblin.
Aug 31
Industrial Art's Impact on Scenic Colorado Prompts Citizens' Lawsuit

Industrial Art's Impact on Scenic Colorado Prompts Citizens' Lawsuit

Artist Christo Vladimirov Javacheff, "Christo", famous for suspending huge curtains of orange fabric over bridges, buildings and other public spaces throughout the world, has embarked on yet another art project. Christo and his wife…

Rank this Week: 1954

DRG Law

Business, intellectual property, litigation, and transactional issues from a legal and relational perspective. By Douglas R. Griess.

http://drglaw.blogspot.com/

Feb 5
Started My Own Firm, New Blog/RSS Location

Started My Own Firm, New Blog/RSS Location

Back in November, I headed out on my own to start The Griess Law Firm, LLC. As a part of the process, I have created a new website with a new domain and a new location for my blog posts. The new RSS feed is located at…
Sep 15
Civil Theft, Breach of Contract, and Software Development with a Copyright Ownership Defense in Colorado State Court

Civil Theft, Breach of Contract, and Software Development with a Copyright Ownership Defense in Colorado State Court

A recent Colorado Court of Appeals case addresses an interesting situation invol
Sep 1
Sorry, Been Real Busy, Blessings of Flexible Work Schedule, and How the Workplace Has Changed

Sorry, Been Real Busy, Blessings of Flexible Work Schedule, and How the Workplace Has Changed

First, let me apologize that this is the first post in over a month. At first I was real busy with work, and then a whole set of problems occurred at work that prevented me from being able to pay attention to the blog.

Rank this Week: 1932

Real Estate and Business Blog

By Levine Segev LLC.

http://www.levinesegev.com/blog

Aug 16
Does the 3.8% Medicare Tax Impact Real Estate?

Does the 3.8% Medicare Tax Impact Real Estate?

As a result of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, passed in March, 2010, Code §1411 was placed in the tax law to generate what is referred to as a “3.8% Medicare tax,” which impacts general earnings as well as…
Jun 3
Attorney Mark Lee Levine Quoted in the CCIM’s Commercial Investment Real Estate Magazine

Attorney Mark Lee Levine Quoted in the CCIM’s Commercial Investment Real Estate Magazine

In a Property Prescriptions article, in the May-June, 2010 edition of the Commercial Investment Real Estate, the magazine of the CCIM Institute, Dr. Levine was quoted – “There are often positive assumptions in internal rate of return or…
Feb 5
Attorney Mark Lee Levine to Teach at FIABCI University in DC, March 25, 2010

Attorney Mark Lee Levine to Teach at FIABCI University in DC, March 25, 2010

Mark Lee Levine of the law firm of Levine Segev LLC, will be teaching the International Real Estate Course, Global One, for individuals seeking the FIABCI International Real Estate Consultant (FIREC) designation.

Rank this Week: 2061

Gary C. Johnson Law Press Blog

Covers news from the wide world of the law.

http://www.garycjohnsonlaw.com/Wordpress

May 17
Update Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010

Update Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010

The NFIB ( National Federation of Independent Business ) and two individuals, Mary Brown and Kaj Ahlburg, have joined in the lawsuit filed in the US District Court Northern District of Florida, Pensacola Division, U.S. District Court for the…
May 11
Divorce Shyster

Divorce Shyster

Attorneys are not always looking out for their client’s best interests. Gratefully almost all lawyers are ethical and are very concerned and attending to their client’s best interests. Sadly, there are a few that defy the…
May 7
Real Estate Valuation In Colorado

Real Estate Valuation In Colorado

All real estate transactions and tax issues involve some element of valuation. Colorado, in that sense, is no different from any other state. The recent debacle of packing subprime mortgages into securites illustrates one of the many issues…

Rank this Week: 2088

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