When trying to sell your house, you or the buyer will inevitably do a title search on the house. What many people do not expect is an unknown lien on the property. This can be extremely annoying considering the sale of the property is probably coming soon. Colorado...
Month: June 2015
How do I remove a mechanics’ lien from my property?
There are a few different ways you can deal with a mechanics' lien on your property in Colorado. All of these methods come with different timelines and challenges. First, as with any legal matter, you can attempt to negotiate with the other party. It is important you...
Bonuses, Vacation Pay are Still Consider Wages Under Colorado Law
There are many ways an employer can pay an employee in the employer-employee context. Many employees enjoy the benefit of bonuses, compensation, and vacation pay as compensation. It is important to note that while a bonus might not be deemed a traditional wage, under...
Definition of “Wages” Under Colorado Wage Act is Broad
The Colorado Wage Act is a powerful tool to use against employers who wrongfully withhold wages. Under the Colorado Wage Act an employee can seek to recover wrongfully withheld "wages" or "compensation". Wages" or "compensation" means: All amounts for labor or service...
Possible Changes to PUC Law Could Lead to More Transportation Options
House Bill 1316 has been put on Governor Hickenlooper's desk. This bill would streamline the process of becoming a transportation company. Under the current law, any prospective taxi company in the Denver metro area has to prove that there is a "public need"...
Students in Medical Fields Should be Careful with Clinical Rotations
With the growth in the medical field, numerous students are now pursuing degrees allowing them to be a doctor, nurse, psychologist, pharmacist, CNA, dental hygienists or other type of health care provider. This is a good development in the Denver, Colorado area...
Basics of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Marital agreements which include prenuptial (before the marriage) agreements and antenuptial or postnuptial (after the marriage) agreements are a common sight in pop culture, but with their common sight comes many misconceptions. Marital agreements require an...
Independent Contractor or Employee?
Employers routinely misclassify workers for their own benefit. Recently, more and more employers are classifying their workers as independent contractors in the state of Colorado to save money. If workers are classified as independent contractors, employers do not...
Students Facing Discipline Potentially Could be Protected by Special Education Laws
Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), if a student who has not been identified as requiring an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is facing removal from the regular educational setting - i.e., expulsion or an extended suspension - but a...