Can you make a wrongful death claim after a personal injury claim?

Can you make a wrongful death claim after a personal injury claim?

One thing to keep in mind after a serious injury is that that injury may later lead to a person’s early death. Sometimes, complications from injuries don’t happen right away, but the original cause of those injuries is still the cause of the person’s wrongful death. This can make for a complicated situation if you already went through a personal injury case for your loved one. What happens if someone worsens after a personal injury settlement? The first situation that…

Addressing executive compensation in a Colorado divorce

When you need to split up your property with your ex in a divorce, your objective should be a solution that is fair to you both. After all, that is the approach that the courts will take if you litigate the property division process. Colorado’s equitable distribution statute requires that the courts look at each spouse’s personal financial circumstances and their contributions to the marriage to determine what is fair and equitable for each of them at the end of…

How to spot an impaired driver

The majority of road users across Colorado utilize the roads each day without incident. This is often because of safe driving practices and courtesy towards other people. Unfortunately, good driving habits are not always enough to keep you safe. Ultimately, you cannot control the actions of others, but the behavior of others can directly affect you when traveling. One of the biggest safety hazards posed to road users is impaired drivers. In fact, one person dies in a drunk-driving crash…

What are sleep divorces, and why do people get them?

Marriage means different things to different people, but there are certain standards that apply in most cases. Most married couples share a home and combine their finances. They also often share a room and a bed at night. However, some couples are pushing back on that last expectation, especially as they move into their golden years. Older couples and couples affected by medical issues are increasingly choosing sleep divorces. Contrary to what you may think from the name, a sleep…

Popular Denver nightclub likely to lose liquor license

What happens when a bar or club gets “too hot to handle” for a city? The city may try to strip it of its liquor license, effectively shutting the whole operation down. That’s the predicament facing the owner of the popular Beta Nightclub in Denver. While the final verdict has yet to be rendered, the city official that oversaw the hearing with the Department of Excise and Licenses now recommends that the club’s liquor license be revoked. Why did the…