There are many ways to form a family and experience the lifelong joy of adding a child into your home. Adoption not only offers parents the blessing of unconditional love for a child, but it also offers a child the blessing of a permanent home with loving, devoted parents who actively chose to include them in their home and family. In the United States, only 2% of parents have adopted a child, yet ⅓ of parents admit to considering adoption…

Life following divorce has many challenges for families, including the difficulty of becoming accustomed to living according to the terms of a parenting agreement or court-ordered schedule. While once a family enjoyed the holidays and a family vacation together every year, after a divorce, summer vacation, school holidays, and family travel often become contentious issues. How do you plan for vacations after a divorce without breaking the terms of a parenting-time agreement in Colorado? Splitting Parenting Time After a Divorce…

Small children are twice as likely to suffer severe injuries or death in a car accident than adults when riding unrestrained. Nearly 40% of children killed in car accidents in 2021 were not properly restrained. With the proper use of age-appropriate car seats, parents can eliminate many injuries and fatalities for children in car accidents. Colorado’s car seat laws follow the current recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics for child vehicle restraints. Colorado requires all vehicle passengers under the…

Colorado considers many forms of union between two people who join their lives or create a family. Traditional marriage is still the most common way for two people to unite, but most states now also recognize other options, including civil unions and common-law marriages in Colorado. It’s important to understand the differences between these two alternatives to a traditional marriage if you and your loved one are weighing your legal options for uniting. What is a Common Law Marriage in…

With more than its share of scenic roadways, mountain passes, and historic highways, there are many reasons to get the most out of a motorcycle in Colorado. But before you hit Trail Ridge Road this spring, or buy a motorcycle to save gas costs on daily commutes to work or school, it’s important to understand Colorado’s motorcycle insurance laws. Colorado is an at-fault state for accident claims, including motorcycle accidents. For that reason, it not only matters who causes an…