When a death occurs in a family, it’s always a tragic and distressing time for those left behind, but when the death results from the negligence, recklessness, or wrongdoing of another party, it adds a new layer of pain to the grief. In any situation where an injury victim could have brought a personal injury claim forward had they survived, a close family member left behind can file a claim for wrongful death against the person or entity at fault…

Divorce is not only the end of a marriage and a particular stage of both parties’ lives, it’s also the beginning of a new chapter. Divorce means that at least one person in the former marriage needs to find a new place to live. For some newly divorced spouses, that might mean purchasing a home of their own. Whether the previous marital home was retained by one spouse or sold with the profit divided, after a divorce, many people look…

Living through the divorce process is never easy. Divorce is distressing even under the best of circumstances when spouses agree to part ways amicably in an uncontested divorce. But when a divorce involves hard feelings, bitterness, and contentious legal disputes, the experience significantly affects emotional well-being and sometimes even physical health. It’s important to protect yourself legally and emotionally when a divorce becomes contentious, whether the disputes are over child custody, child support, division of marital assets, retention of the…

Many people choose walking as a choice that’s healthier for themselves and the environment when navigating errands within their communities or for exercise or pleasure. Colorado’s scenic views and sunny weather make it an excellent state for pedestrians to enjoy walking. Most people assume they are safe when following street markings and traffic signals as they cross the street, yet 92 Colorado pedestrians were killed in traffic-related accidents in 2021. Colorado has many laws in place to protect pedestrians. Any…

Going through a divorce means that one or both parents will have to move out of the marital home. Making this move is likely going to be a huge undertaking. There are many factors that you have to consider when you’re doing this. If you’re the parent who’s moving with the children, you need to put their needs first. Focusing on making this transition as easy as possible is important. It may also behoove you to work with your co-parent…