So if a opposing party would intentionally show up at my house with the objective to get me arrested for a warrent that was granted off of false information. Then after finally being released from jail 8 days later I would receive a letter via USPS about a hearing to restrict my parenting time... Read more »
answered on Mar 8, 2023
This question is impossible to answer without more information. Generally, the notice must be "reasonable". Many factors can go into whether it is "reasonable" or not though. In some circumstances it may be "reasonable" to expect parties to appear at a hearing... Read more »
Two requests in writing (USPS) have been ignored.
Having trouble with the system... I found an/the answer possibly helpful. I don't know if a subpoena duces tecum is appropriate in that I do not have an open case or an attorney (yet). This is a step prior to a lawsuit that is... Read more »
My daughter was bit by gaurdians dog and tries to say it was a scratch, i don't want her in her care.
answered on Feb 13, 2023
A person can withhold a child for safety reasons, however they risk being in violation of a court order if the issue is brought to Court and the Court determines that there was not imminent harm. Generally when a person withholds a child, that person simultaneously files an emergency motion with... Read more »
answered on Jan 16, 2023
No. While supreme court precedent controls the lower courts, it may not always be the best cite, or even available. This is not legal advice and citing has to be decided on a case by case basis. Attorney's have a duty to the court to provide them with good case law. That varies based on the... Read more »
My neighbor is in a property line dispute with the neighbor on the other side. My neighbor can't sell his property because of a Lis Pendens against his property. Even though he has 2 certified property surveys, he just lost a civil judgement in this property dispute. If the neighbor has to... Read more »
answered on Jan 16, 2023
Having dealt with surveyors in the past, I can tell you there are different quality surveyors, different levels of survey, and different types of surveys. They all carry different weights. Property line disputes often come down to the history of the property. The longer you have owned your property... Read more »
answered on Nov 27, 2022
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry about your accident. Your options could depend on the provisions of your insurance policy. You could check with your carrier or your insurance broker about the scope of coverage under your UM... Read more »
For example, if attempts to serve someone a civil lawsuit at their home address have been unsuccessful, could that person be served via the registered agent for an LLC they own, even if the LLC is not named as a defendant in the lawsuit? Specifically, if they're using a registered agent... Read more »
answered on Nov 7, 2022
The LLC structure is a legally distinct entity in Colorado law. While some code sections and some tax regulations will refer to both businesses and regular people equally as a "person" the significance of the LLC is to create a legal distinction between the business and its owners.... Read more »
The itemization was done and no where on it is the things officer took. No discription or even that they took it.
answered on Oct 5, 2022
If a vehicle is impounded, there should be an inventory conducted prior to impound. The owner should receive a receipt for any items removed from the vehicle. If a vehicle is searched pursuant to a warrant or some other lawful search, items removed from the vehicle may be listed either on the... Read more »
Landlord withheld my entire security deposit of $1750 and charged $2065 on top of that for “estimated” repairs. They will not provide receipts, I have requested them several times. They took me to court because I did not pay until I received receipts. Now I will be responsible for interest and... Read more »
answered on Sep 19, 2022
You need to talk to an attorney. The landlord as Plaintiff, just like in most civil cases, has the burden of proof which includes proving their damages. Damages do not need to be exact, but they cannot be guesses either.
Depending on where you are in the process, you may even wish to... Read more »
I want to protest a business and just want to make sure I can inform the potential clients about the business’ practices.
I just want to make sure I don’t commit decimation or libel.
Will they be able to pursue me for either if what I am telling people is based in fact?
answered on Aug 26, 2022
You need to be very careful doing this. Just because your feel the statements you are making are true does not mean you cannot get sued.
In the US we have freedom of speech. That being said, that freedom is limited to an extent. If you publish false statements damaging the business's... Read more »
I was initially evicted, but worked with another lawyer to get the eviction removed. I still had to leave my apartment with only a days notice and have since been homeless. I would like to sue them, but I am having difficulty finding what type of lawyer I need to find to help me.
answered on May 19, 2022
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry this happened to you. You ask what type of lawyer you need. Out of the categories you chose, landlord-tenant is probably the best place to start. Personal injury attorneys aren't likely to have... Read more »
answered on May 18, 2022
You will need to hire a competent CO attorney to figure out what the applicable SOL is, as different causes of actions have different SOLs. Despite numerous postings, noone has responded because your question is incomplete. Call one of the CO lawyers listed here on Justia, whom I have noticed... Read more »
I received a strongly worded letter from a law firm threatening legal action in the form of a lawsuit over an unpaid debt. They also said that it’s been noted that I attempted to basically defraud the collector because I allegedly closed a bank account. (Don’t recall this) The debt itself I am... Read more »
answered on Apr 12, 2022
first of all, go see a good bankruptcy/financial distress lawyer. It sounds to me like the statute of limitation might have run. If that is the case, then you have an action against the law firm.
That aside, bankruptcy could be your solution, but only a good local lawyer can give you that... Read more »
Hi. It is 2-21-22. On 1-12-22. An intoxicated passenger of mine ripped out my manual cranks for both back windows. After rolling down the windows. Then got out and took my door and slammed 3 times hard enough until the window shattered inside the door. I didn’t call the police on account I had... Read more »
answered on Feb 21, 2022
In Colorado, yes you can sue someone for money to compensate you for damage to your vehicle. Colorado counties have general district courts that will allow small claims lawsuits. Colorado statutes § 13-6-403 limit the claims in small claims court to $7,500 total. Your claim for money owed by this... Read more »
We are still married as the judge continued the divorce until July. I was wondering while we waited, how I can get my money back, as she stopped checks to both my lawyers, leaving them unpaid, and me in a financial burden. I believe she also used my signature to take me off an account, yet not... Read more »
answered on Jan 26, 2022
You should consult with your existing lawyers re how best to proceed.
I got divorced in Colorado and have been ordered reintegration therapy to have contact with my children however I live in Florida. To have therapy the therapist must be licensed in both states this is impossible to find and if I did find a therapist willing they would be in violation of the law... Read more »
answered on Jan 6, 2022
Yes, you can file a motion to have he court modify it's order. Your motion should propose a solution that is possible and that will meet the court's initial concerns. You should get a lawyer in Colorado to help you with this (assuming the order is from the Colorado court).
they have hacked every phone ..on my sixth phone line ..i now have no money no wheels.. they are hidding everything from and everyone has helped them ... she sold and stole a patent of my and now doing it agian ..its all about money investment property ... i never even knew and now they're try... Read more »
answered on Nov 4, 2021
Scheduling an appointment with a therapist to help you move past your loss. If you've exhausted all other remedies there's nothing left but to let it go. A professional can assist you with that.
And is it illegal to sell a dog without up-to-date shots to somebody
answered on Jun 9, 2021
Depending on where the dog came from, it is very likely a PACFA violation. Age could also be a problem (a dog sold too young (i.e., less than 8 weeks old) to receive certain shots is a violation - although dogs do not have all their shots at 8 weeks due to boosters being necessary over a period of... Read more »
He prepared a fake quit claim deed and take my name off actually the property was on the name of 3 individual owner's. After signing deed he got notarized fraudulently. Notary has notarized deed with out my physical presence. Means there is also a froud comit by notary Public.
County... Read more »
answered on May 4, 2021
You are on the right path, you likely have claim against both your X and the notary.
You can schedule a consultation online 24/7 by going to go.oncehub.com/rhbooknow or calling us at 303-688-0944. At your free case assessment we'll discuss the facts, your proof, options, rights, risks,... Read more »
I'm a commercial tenant in a mall struggling to open a small business in the midst of this pandemic. A neighboring shop owner in the mall hired or asked a vendor/contractor to remove some equipment from her shop and he took a piece of my equipment valued at $1,300. When he returned it, it was... Read more »
answered on Apr 25, 2021
You should file that small claims action to force this to a conclusion more quickly.
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