Hangovers, workplace accidents and lawsuits

Hangovers, workplace accidents and lawsuits

There are all sorts of considerations with regard to injuries sustained by workers while on the job. For example, an injured worker may struggle with medical costs, be unable to continue performing their job duties or have a lifelong injury following the accident. These are some of the challenges that workers face and these injuries can also be problematic for businesses as well. Moreover, they happen for many reasons, from dangerous working conditions to the negligent behavior of some workers….

How to avoid problems in high-value divorce cases

When entering a high-value divorce case, there is no reason to go into negotiations alone. Not only can unanticipated costs add up, but you might not be aware of all the money or property that is rightfully yours. There are reasons to be careful in Colorado: Colorado is an equitable distribution state. That means that marital property is to be divided in a fair but not necessarily equal way.   Property brought into the marriage remains with that partner. Property…

What happens when you file a parenting plan during a divorce

It’s best if you and your spouse can agree on parental responsibilities as you negotiate your divorce, but sometimes that doesn’t happen. What happens then? The first step in Colorado is to file a petition for allocation of parental responsibilities as well as a parenting plan. These plans explain which spouse should be the primary care parent and how you plan to divvy up the decision-making responsibilities. Parenting plans Again, it’s best if you and your spouse can agree on…

Safe winter driving

If you live in Colorado, you know that winters can be snowy, icy and cold. Driving in these conditions pose a threat to the driver, passengers and others on the road. To avoid serious and fatal accidents, it is important to respect the conditions and practice extra safe driving during the winter months. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, winter conditions are responsible for 17% of vehicle-related accidents. Snow and ice make the pavement treacherous to drive on,…

Three items to keep in your car to prevent frosty windows

With October coming to a close, we are transitioning to some of the coldest parts of the year. Thanks to daylight savings on November 4, there will be less sunlight in the sky to melt away some of the incoming frost that will start showing up on your windshields. For those unlucky not to have a roof over their vehicles as they sleep, it is time to stock your car with equipment to help you brush off snow or melt…