I have read the following: Does the decline clause—"If the neighbor decides not to contribute, they forfeit any future rights to use the fence or share the cost of maintenance."—also apply to fence repair or replacement? I haven't sent a notice to my neighbor yet and am seeking... View More

What actions can I take regarding a county clerk sending a deputy to my employer to intimidate me over my concealed carry permit application? The deputy threatened continued harassment unless I apologized to the clerk for being 'argumentative,' though I merely ended a call without... View More

I have lived in a four-plex for four years. Since new owners acquired the property in January, there have been no inspections or pest control. Despite reporting a cockroach infestation, the owner is asking me to move out by the 30th without a formal court eviction notice, while other tenants... View More

I have shared custody over my two children, but they have been living with their mother, my ex, who moved to Missouri in 2021. For two years, I was able to exercise my parenting rights by flying them to Colorado until my ex cut off all contact. Recently, I’ve started communicating with my... View More

I'm a 73-year-old retiree with only Social Security as my income. I need to obtain a financial power of attorney to protect myself, especially if my husband tries to establish conservatorship, without him knowing. I’m looking for a free or low-cost option to secure this document. Are there... View More

I have been a W-2 employee for 21 years, working entirely on commission. Recently, I completed work for a client who did not pay. There is no employee contract or written agreement, and typically, everyone takes the loss in such situations. What are my options for recovering unpaid commissions... View More

I was injured outside of work and have a torn Achilles. My job, where I do construction and operate a forklift, has given me 3 months to heal, but I am still required to stand for 8 plus hours a day upon returning. If I go back to work as instructed, while still in a walking boot, and end up... View More

I am the sole shareholder of a C corporation that owns a townhome in Colorado Springs, purchased in 2016 for $177,000 and now valued at approximately $330,000. Initially a rental property until 2020, I have been living there since then, paying rent to the corporation. Given the limitations with... View More

I was employed at my company from June 2024 until February 28, 2025, when I was terminated for 'low performance' without any written warning. During my employment, my supervisor informed me verbally that he received low performance feedback from my project manager. Although a performance... View More

I have a concern regarding my experience with an online casino, Pulsz Bingo, where I suspect there may be wrongdoing. I noticed that pop-ups frequently appear during critical gameplay moments, such as when my balance drops below a certain amount. These pop-ups prevent me from stopping the reels... View More

I am a registered stock broker with the SEC, working for a firm that regulates outside business activities (OBAs). I want to create a recreational, non-monetized YouTube channel focused on commodities trading for entertainment purposes. My firm doesn't offer the securities I'll discuss,... View More

I was privately hired to care for an elderly lady who passed away on March 24th. I have her belongings, but I'm unsure of what to do with them. She had no will, no next of kin, and, to the best of my knowledge, only had a medical power of attorney. I have contacted the power of attorney, but... View More

On March 23, during my roommate's birthday party, there was a physical altercation between me and a guest after he used inappropriate language. The situation was initially resolved, but the individual returned the following morning attempting to provoke another fight and tried to attack me... View More

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Your situation presents complex legal considerations that warrant careful examination. The facts you've described—particularly that the other individual returned the following morning attempting to provoke another confrontation and attacked you with beer bottles—may support a self-defense... View More

I signed a lease on September 15, 2024, which states that I acknowledge the receipt of any disclosures required by federal, state, and local jurisdictions. However, I did not receive any disclosures, including those related to radon, lead-based paint, bed bugs, or income non-discrimination. My... View More

If my biological father died in Colorado and did not leave a will, am I considered the next of kin even though he signed his parental rights off? We maintained some relationship, and I am aware of other potential heirs, but I am unsure if there are any disputes. There are no specific assets or... View More

Is a will executed in 2018 in the state of Colorado, which states it was signed in front of two witnesses but, in reality, only one witness signed along with a notary public (not serving as a witness), valid if the person executing the will had questionable capacity due to health issues, and no... View More

I was extorted by someone on a dating app who threatened to leak private photos of me online. In response, I contacted Digital Forensics Corp for assistance. They pressured me to choose their most expensive service options, preying on my panic and desperation. Despite their pushiness, I agreed and... View More

My landlord required me to allow her to take a picture of my Cash App card and gain access to my account details, including my routing number. I didn't feel comfortable doing so, but she insisted it was necessary. There is no mention of sharing financial information in my lease agreement. I... View More

I removed the garage from my property, intending to rebuild on the same site. However, I discovered that the neighbor's private sewer line runs through this location, under the old garage foundation. I own parts of lots 1 and 2, and the sewer line seems to follow the original property line... View More

I have been accused of inappropriate touching of a minor, and the police are asking me to take a polygraph test. There are no legal proceedings currently in progress, no attorney involved, no evidence, and no formal charges have been made against me. Should I agree to take the polygraph test?