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0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Colorado on
Q: Can someone not pay me even though a contract was signed stating that they would?

My father passed away suddenly 3 years ago and left no will. He has only 5 daughters including myself. I’m not his biological daughter but he raised me since I was 8 months old right along with my other sisters. I’m 31 years old and have always been close with my dad. Since he didn’t leave a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: So I was walking my bike home the other night and I get pulled over he had no reason to pull me over what can I do

Cop was unmarked excursion not in uniform and has me at gun point had no reason and gave me no reason for pulling me over in a restaurant parking lot. I had a warrant so I went to jail. But he made me leave all my stuff behind I came back when I got out and everything was gone

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents for Colorado on
Q: My car was in an accident and I took it to a shop for repairs. They forgot to fix a part and now it’s been 16 days since

I last heard from the approving adjuster. I need to leave the state with my car and I have let them know this a few times. Should I pay out of pocket and get reimbursed, or should I keep calling asking when it will be approved?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: My husband served 10 yrs bop on a 10 yr sent fir possession of firearm & ammo by a felon and was on supervised release.

He violated his supervised release for hot uas then was arrested and let out to g ok to half way house. He left there without completing and got a state charge for possession of cont subst which he served a separate 1 yr sentence in doc. He now has to go before fed judge again. Will he be released... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

In situations like your husband's, the outcome can vary widely depending on several factors. When someone on federal supervised release violates the terms of their release, the federal judge has a range of options. These can include extending the period of supervised release, imposing... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Colorado on
Q: I was terminated for looking at my phone. Our GM gave us permission to do so, so He could communicate with us.

I worked for Durham Transportation.Ive been driving for Durham for about 6 years. I had never used my phone while driving a school bus and only used when our GM gave us permission. He never admitted to Durham that he had ordered us to do so Durham has a NO Tolerance rule. I reported it our... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Colorado on
Q: Is it appropriate for my Manager to ask if the new puppy I adopted will prohibit me from traveling?

I have been with this company for almost 5 yrs and we have recently been experiencing some growing pains, a lot of new leadership coming into the organization that is seemingly toxic - my leadership team included unfortunately. I was recently passed up for a promotion that I had worked two years to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Colorado on
Q: I have a history of seizures and I am homeless. When I was airlifted to St Mary's in Grand Junction for 11 days my van

was impounded by Covenant Towing in Rifle, CO. $580 tow charge plus $125/day. When I got out of the hospital the bill was $2500. That was about a month ago and who knows how much it is now. I would really like to get my personal belongings out of the van but they would not let me. What can I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Colorado on
Q: How can we get our dog back? Cops gave him back without making sure what story was true first.

A written agreement was made with signatures over dog ownership. It was agreed owner was giving up all rights for a 2 year old husky/heeler dog to us. She said a friend abandoned the dog with her and she had him for a month. Asked if we wanted the dog. We were friends and I let her keep the dog for... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Colorado on
Q: If I bought rechargeable batteries from a business and put them in and they explode leaking acid everywhere and ruining

I bought rechargeable batteries from Temu they exploded ruining property

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: 10 day demand. No statutory statement. No date,time, summons on the 24th for court 27th paperwork submitted to court inv

Valid. Had trial wanted to present my evidence which clearly shows they didn't properly serve me I was told if we go to trial and the magistrate sees I owe money it's going to be an eviction regardless. Can I reverse the agreement to leave in 20 days?

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answered on Mar 24, 2024

If you believe the eviction process was mishandled, particularly regarding service of notice and your chance to present evidence, you might have grounds to challenge the agreement or the eviction itself. It's essential to review local tenant laws and eviction procedures as they can vary... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Colorado on
Q: In Colorado, if a landlord sends an addendum to a lease via email and it's confirmed/ approved, is that legally binding?

A landlord sent me an email with an addendum to my lease (requiring 60 days notice). I confirmed it in my email response, but there wasn't anything else signed. Is that still legally binding?

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

In Colorado, electronic communications, such as emails, can form part of a legally binding contract, including lease agreements and addenda, provided they meet certain criteria. The key elements are the intention to form a contract, agreement on the terms, and exchange of consideration (something... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Colorado on
Q: Seller of vehicle did not tell me the reason the car has a salvaged title, can I get my money back
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answered on Mar 22, 2024

If the seller of a vehicle did not disclose that it has a salvaged title, you may have grounds to seek a refund. This typically involves proving that the seller knowingly withheld information that could affect the vehicle's value or safety. The success of getting your money back often depends... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Defense for Colorado on
Q: if a volunteer is called and dispatched from his home and has a vehicle accident enroute whose insurance is responsible.

dispatched on medical emergency and hit 2 horses on road leaving home lives in howard,colo

0 Answers | Asked in Education Law for Colorado on
Q: Is it illegal to get kicked out of trade school if you’re missing because you’re in the hospital?

The school has a policy where you’re only able to miss a certain number of hours per level. 4/6 of my absence have been because I was in the hospital and was wondering if there’s anyway to fight my dismissal or at least convince me to make up my hour since they don’t currently have a policy on that.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Colorado on
Q: Father is not the parent child services opened the case against. Can he take our baby home without question ....

The hospital I gave birth at found a substance in my babys umbilical cord. They have not shown me any proof such as the results from his cord talk. They made a report to child services and now child services has opened a case against me. Because the father is not involved in my mistakes or wrong... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Consumer Law, Identity Theft and Small Claims for Colorado on
Q: If a business owner is sending me harassing/threatening texts can I take defensive legal action?

I left a review online and the business owner got my personal cell number and began texting me requesting that I remove it. I respectfully declined. They persisted, telling me employees can hurt me and calling me obscenities. My wife was very upset about this and also left a review stating that... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Colorado on
Q: A case worker from child services asked for a list of potential family members for a family plan ...

If my sister has had a child services case in the past, about 8 years ago, will they be able to deny her as a possible mentor or guardian even if it was so long ago and she has another kid she has proven to be capable of taking care of for the past 6 years?

Would child services accept a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: If Child services is evaluating me (the mom) Can they keep the father from taking home our baby if he is sober, working

The hospital has told me they found a substance in my newborns umbilical cord. However they never showed me the results. Because of there findings they have decided to file a report with child services and now child services has opened a case against me. If the case is against me and the father has... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Colorado on
Q: Can my landlord have a vendor take pictures of my personal belongings without my consent?

My landlord is sending a company to perform an inspection on our property and requested that the vendor takes pictures of each room (as well as wear a body camera) but we have never given them consent to do so. I understand that for a maintenance issue they make take photos but there is currently... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

You have the right to express your concerns regarding privacy and the taking of photographs within your living space, especially if they include your personal belongings. It's generally advisable to communicate directly with your landlord about your discomfort with having pictures taken of... View More

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