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The vehicle insurance is in my name only because he does not have a license hind one that pays for everything. Does he have a legal right to take my car in a separation?
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answered on Oct 9, 2023
In Colorado, if a vehicle title has two names on it, both individuals typically have an ownership interest in the vehicle. The specific rights of each person might depend on how the names are connected on the title. If it says "AND" between the names, both parties typically must agree to... View More
Her mother passed away in August 2021, and was told by stepfather to come and get her $80,000 inheritance. She was given specific information regarding where and how to pick it up, but upon arriving, stepfather told her to go away. He claims to have given everything to her brother, including her... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2023
Your girlfriend should call a probate lawyer. Also, if you're in Denver, the Probate Court there has some resources available where she may be able to get some generalized advice or help. (Information available here: https://www.courts.state.co.us/Courts/Denver_Probate/Index.cfm) Other courts... View More
Electrical issues just to begin with. Seller did not disclose any of this to us. Inspection was done but inspector did not bring this to our attention. What kind of lawyer am I looking for, for this type of matter and would i use the same lawyer against both the seller and inspector?
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
answered on Sep 28, 2023
I agree that you need a real estate attorney familiar with litigation work. In short, you have a potential breach of contract, fraud, and failure to disclose type issue. As to the prior homeowner, knowledge is normally key to those issues. IE, did they know? The home inspector’s lapse is a more... View More
Electrical issues just to begin with. Seller did not disclose any of this to us. Inspection was done but inspector did not bring this to our attention. What kind of lawyer am I looking for, for this type of matter and would i use the same lawyer against both the seller and inspector?
![James A. Greer James A. Greer](http://justatic.com/profile-images/105322-1517455209-sl.jpg)
answered on Sep 27, 2023
Dear FAILURE TO DISCLOSE claimant: The type of lawyer you need is a real estate and construction experienced lawyer. And, no, you shouldn't expect to have to hire separate counsel for your claim of (1) Failure to Disclose, and (2) Negligent Inspection. I am hopeful that you have a standard... View More
Logic would dictate that the longer you've occupied the same space the longer you'd need to move.
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
answered on Sep 22, 2023
The type of tenancy you have is often governed by your lease/ contract. In many contracts, there is a provision in the terms section that will change a fixed year to a month-to-month or other. It all depends on the wording. Further, a month-to-month can be established for hold-over tenants in... View More
Studio is stating that prepaid money cannot be refunded only applied to lessons. Is there legal standing to demand a refund?
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
In Colorado, your ability to demand a refund for prepaid dance lessons largely depends on the terms and conditions stipulated in the contract or agreement you entered into with the dance studio. It is essential to carefully review the contract, paying particular attention to provisions related to... View More
Studio is stating that prepaid money cannot be refunded only applied to lessons. Is there legal standing to demand a refund?
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
answered on Sep 15, 2023
I agree that it all depends on the contract. In addition, it depends on how those funds are classified which again will be affected by the contract. Did you buy vouchers, is it a prepayment for services, or other?
Depending on the school, you may also consider talking to the other parents... View More
If lost FED eviction the but plaintiff's process server got caught perjuring. Now this was a possession hearing an affidavit would have sufficed they brought in an orchestrated him to lie I won denied the due process because the judge didn't believe him, but co-defendant was evicted, she... View More
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answered on Aug 24, 2023
Unlikely. A process server's job is simply to hand a piece of paper to a person and then confirm that it was delivered. If the process server screwed up even deliberately, it won't affect the merits of the case between the landlord and and tenant. At best, the tenant is entitled to a... View More
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answered on Aug 1, 2023
If you are being questioned by Child Protective Services (CPS) or any other law enforcement agency, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. You can assert your right to remain silent and request a lawyer at any point during questioning.
If you have clearly stated... View More
Delivered a rolloff and backed into a commercial fence. My insurance won't pay for it. The quote they gave is outrageous. The quotes we received are responsible. We feel like they are taking advantage of the situation. What would be the best route to go, knowing our insurance will not cover this.
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answered on Jul 15, 2023
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If your insurance won't pay for the damage because of a difference in opinion as to the cost of repairs, ask them to consider the lower quotes you obtained (you may have already done that at this point). If... View More
ex-wife felt like telling all our neighbors and even the police that I physically and emotionally abused her. I separated from her because I had enough of the blame someone else for your problems attitude. She even went as far as getting help from a domestic abuse line in which they assisted her... View More
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
answered on Jun 5, 2023
This is a hard one particularly because you are dealing with a sensitive topic.
No one wants to say that a domestic violence victim was not a victim but a liar. That being said, it does not mean it is impossible to prove. The real issue comes down to public perspective. A strong case can... View More
I filed for divorce and his attorney filed that we are not common law married.
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
answered on Jun 5, 2023
Common law marriage is a complex question that you should hire an attorney to help you address. You typically need to be together for a certain amount of time and hold out as married such as wearing wedding rings, calling each other husband and wife, and so on. Each state is different, hence the... View More
I have several properties in CO, each in it's own separate LLC with me as the only member of each LLC. Does having all the LLC's insured under a PERSONAL liability umbrella defeat the entire point of the LLC's, (which is to keep each property only individually "liable" and... View More
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answered on Jun 2, 2023
Hi there, generally your personal liability policy is not going to cover the properties owned by the LLC given that the LLC is not the insured on the policy. You would need to read the policy to be certain. An umbrella policy for all of them could be a solution if there was adequate coverage and... View More
I hired a GC & signed a contract to remodel my bathroom. I have not received a copy of this contract despite asking every day. The contract stipulated an est of $15k-a $4k deposit & $4k upon completion & I would pay for materials. The GC showed references & licensing info & they... View More
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answered on Apr 19, 2023
I suggest considering a demand letter to the contractor regarding the issues. Keep in mind if there are construction defect issues, you'll need to consider a notice of claim letter per the Construction Defect Action Reform Act. If they do not make an effort to resolve the situation, you may be... View More
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
answered on Mar 31, 2023
Good afternoon,
I would suggest pulling a copy of your dad’s life insurance policy and contacting an attorney.
You need to identify who the beneficiaries are on the policy. If you are truly owed $80,000 and they only paid $40,000 then you may have a claim for legal action. But... View More
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... View More
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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... View More
My daughter was bit by gaurdians dog and tries to say it was a scratch, i don't want her in her care.
![Sabra M. Janko Sabra M. Janko](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1529000-1680027187-sl.jpeg)
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... View More
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
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... View 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... View More
![Michael Joseph Larranaga Michael Joseph Larranaga](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668887-1661900380-sl.jpeg)
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... View 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... View More
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answered on Jan 16, 2023
Hire a competent CO attorney to conduct a title search now. He can advise if a new survey of the boundary is advisable. You might also start finding the prior owners or other witnesses which might know the land boundaries in the past. Then you will be prepared if sued.
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