The Colorado House of Representatives last week gave initial approval to a bipartisan bill that removes the statute of limitations on civil claims of sexual misconduct.
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In Legal Profession, Not All Roles Created Equal
Government data shows diversity, especially gender makeup, varies widely between legal profession segmentsby Julia Cardiby Julia CardiData from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Current Population Survey show diversity varies even more among non-attorney segments of the profession
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CLI’s New Leader Takes the Reins
Sara Scott is listening — but she’s ready to make changesSara Scott of CLI talked with Law Week about her goals at the organizaiton and her take on the state of diversity and inclusion in the legal profession
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In ‘Global Arms Race’ for COVID Vaccine, Patents are Key Incentive
Patent may not be an option for vaccine, U.S. government could overtake patentThe search for a coronavirus vaccine to fight the virus has created a “new global arms race” — and this race isn’t just for the cure but for the patents.
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Colorado Attorneys Win Landmark Trademark Case
Federal Circuit decision helps clear way for easier registration of ‘color marks’A Colorado IP law firm won a trademark case at the Supreme Court on April 8, and the precedent-setting decision is expected to make it easier for other companies to register so-called “color marks.”
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The Implications of Social Contact Tracing
Technology prompts privacy concerns, but also questions about its usefulnessby Julia Cardiby Julia CardiAs many prepare to go back to working in person, there has been a spike in interest in apps and other technology tools for “social contact tracing.”
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Denver on Deck for Facial Recognition Ban
Facial recognition technology can be a powerful tool for law enforcement, but opponents say it comes at the cost of civil libertiesIn the past year, eight cities have voted to take facial recognition tools out of the hands of law enforcement agencies. A coalition of organizers is hoping Denver will soon join them.
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The Slow Rollout of Medical Marijuana Delivery
Despite delivery’s state legalization as of January, only two jurisdictions in the state allow deliveryWith COVID-19 causing food shortages at grocery stores and demanding social distancing precautions, this has been an important change for those who need it
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Despite Essential Status, Marijuana Businesses Face Economic Woes
Federal stimulus relief remains out of reach for marijuana industryby Julia Cardiby Julia CardiMarijuana businesses have been declared “essential” in some states, including Colorado. But the limited access to…
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Marijuana Industry Faces More Audits, Same Heavy Tax Burden
Courts and Congress unlikely to allow business deductions any time soon, say attorneysA recent Treasury Department review of IRS practices showed that auditing marijuana businesses pays off, and cannabis industry attorneys say they expect more scrutiny and enforcement to come.