Briefs

Colorado Appellate Opinions Dating Back to 1871 Now Available for Free on New Website

Published state appellate opinions dating to 1871 are now available free of charge through a new website.

Colorado Landowners and Farmers Sue Oil and Gas Companies

This is a class action complaint in Adams County alleged nearly 200 oil and gas wells were abandoned.

Denver DA Beth McCann Testifies in Support of Bipartisan Human Trafficking Enforcement Bill

DA Beth McCann testified in support of a new bill that seeks to strengthen the enforcement of human trafficking.

Gov. Polis Announces Panel to Review Applications for the District Attorney in the 6th...

The governor announced a panel to review applications and recommend finalists for the appointment of the new district attorney for the 6th Judicial District.

4th Judicial District Recovery Court to Graduate Eight Participants

The second drug problem solving court in Colorado will celebrate the graduation of eight participants Feb. 8.

Gov. Polis Signs New Bill Regarding Earned Income Tax Credit

HB24-1084 repeals and reenacts HB23B-100, increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit to 50% to help Colorado families afford essentials like food, housing and transportation.

Gov. Polis Appoints James Hesson to the Moffat County Court

Gov. Polis appointed James Hesson to the Moffat County Court replacing Judge Brittany Schneider, effective immediately.
papers on a desk say “petition to file for bankruptcy”

US Bankruptcy Filings Rose in 2023

Both business and non-business bankruptcies increased from Jan. 1, 2023, to Dec. 31, 2023.

$3.94 Million Grant Awarded to Boost Opioid Use Disorder Care in Colorado Prisons

AG Phil Weiser announced the Colorado Department of Law awarded a $3.94 million grant to boost opioid use disorder care in Colorado prisons.

Colorado lawsuit challenges legality of landlord-imposed ‘junk fees’ for basic services

A Colorado resident brought a proposed class-action lawsuit against the corporate apartment management company Greystar last week, alleging that the company charges unnecessary hidden fees on top of monthly rent to pad their bottom line.