Quite a few people erroneously believe that divorce is something that happens to young people. They think of divorce as a sign that a couple married when they were incompatible or for the wrong reasons. However, modern statistics show that the opposite comprises the current trend. Younger couples are less likely to divorce now than they were a few years ago, while older couples are increasingly likely to decide to call it quits. Some people who get divorced after decades…
Equitable distribution laws guide divorces in Colorado. Whether you expected a judge to make all of the decisions or you intend to sit down and negotiate with your spouse, understanding the Colorado approach to property division is crucial. Equitable distribution rules focus on a fair outcome. What is fair depends on your family circumstances and can be drastically different from case to case. If you are the dependent spouse of someone who owns a business, what is fair when you…
If you see a driver who is weaving in and out of their lane, you might make the decision to call the police. Their actions are already dangerous, even if they haven’t hit anyone yet. If that driver happens to have had a few drinks before getting behind the wheel, that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re over the legal limit. It could mean, though, that they are not safe to drive. Can a driver be arrested when they’re under the legal…
Losing a loved one is devastating. In the midst of trying to adjust to a sudden death from a car crash or other incident, you may also find yourself saddled with debt from the hospital and financial strain caused by the sudden loss of income. It’s often overwhelming, but you should know that there are steps you can take to resolve these issues. One option is to pursue a wrongful death claim against an at-fault driver. Every wrongful death case…
An alleged impaired driver in Colorado has been arrested after getting involved in a serious two-car accident. That driver is facing numerous charges for their role in the accident, but reports show that at least one of those charges is for operating their car under the influence. Though two cars were involved in the accident, it seems that the person who was seriously injured was actually a passenger in the car with the impaired driver. Reports do say that they…