Thought Leaders
By Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti
On November 5, 2024, Colorado voters passed Proposition 130. Proposition 130 is a law enforcement funding initiative, which directs the state to distribute $350 million over multiple years to local law enforcement agencies for recruiting, training, and retention. The money is to be distributed by the Colorado Department of ... read more
By Lia Szasz, Esq.
Legal technology has made remarkable strides in recent years, offering affordable, automated solutions for common legal needs. Platforms like LegalZoom, Rocket Lawyer, and others promise quick, low-cost options for forming businesses, drafting wills, or managing contracts. While these tools can be useful for basic tasks, th... read more
By Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti
On November 5, 2024, Colorado voters passed Amendment I and Proposition 128 into law. Amendment I strengthens the law related to posting bail in first-degree murder cases. Proposition 128 toughens the law applicable to parole eligibility for violent crimes. This article briefly summarizes each of these new laws.
Attorneys are often asked about the required qualities of the person to put “in charge” of a client’s estate after they die. The Personal Representative (also known as the Executor or Administrator) of an estate plays a crucial role in managing the administration o... read more
By Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti
On January 1, 2025, the statutory damages caps related to certain personal injury claims are set to increase significantly. This article discusses personal injury claims, statutory damages caps, and recent changes to the law increasing Colorado’s statutory damages caps.
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By Lia Szasz, Esq.
Under Colorado law, a partition action is a legal proceeding used to divide or sell jointly owned real estate. When co-owners can’t agree on how to manage, use, or sell their property, Colorado’s partition statute provides a mechanism to separate their interests. Any co-owner can initiate a partition lawsuit independently.&... read more
By Jessica L. Miglarese, Esq.
When many people hear the word “trust” or “trust fund”, they envision a tool used by the ultra-wealthy to protect assets, minimize taxes, and provide for future generations. While it is true that certain types of trusts offer these benefits to the trust creator (“Settlor”), these trusts are irrevocable and not a pr... read more
By Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti
Business disputes are inevitable in many industries and cover a broad range of claims. Common business disputes include those related to contracts, real estate, insurance, unfair competition, land use, employment, civil rights, fraud, negligence, personal injury, consumer protection, trade secrets, and intellectual property... read more
By Derrick K. Galantowicz, Esq.
A Letter of Intent (LOI) acts as a preliminary document outlining several basic and essential terms and conditions of a potential business transaction. They are generally not legally binding and are seen by some as an unnecessary formality, but they can play an impactful role in shaping a future Purchase and Sale Agreement ... read more
By Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti
Many Colorado communities are in desperate need of affordable housing for their residents. Condominiums are an affordable alternative for homebuyers. However, there is a shortage of condo units across the state and new condo developments are rare despite demand for them. Experts have identified the comparatively high insura... read more