Tag:Law Week Colorado

Bill Expanding Doctor Choice in Workers’ Compensation Cases Clears Committee

The proposed measure would allow for injured workers to select an accredited doctor of their choice, rather than a minimum list of four given by an employer or insurer.

Hendrik Jordaan Joins Nelson Mullins as Partner in Denver

Nelson Mullins announced April 2 that Hendrik Jordaan has joined the firm’s mergers and acquisitions practice in its Denver office.

Court Opinions: Unanimous US Supreme Court Rules FDA Denial of E-Cigarette Marketing Applications Wasn’t Arbitrary or Capricious

In another opinion, a split Supreme Court found that under civil RICO, a plaintiff may seek treble damages even if a loss resulted from a personal injury.

Court Opinions: 10th Circuit Concludes Judges Can Ask Jury to Reconsider Inconsistent Verdicts

The 10th Circuit found that under the controlling precedent set in Dietz v. Bouldin, judges had the authority to ask jurors to reconsider inconsistent verdicts.

Polly Swartzfager Joins Brownstein as Partner

Brownstein announced April 1 that Polly Swartzfager joined the firm as a shareholder in its corporate department.

General Assembly Passes Bill Prohibiting Deceptive Pricing But Nixes Private Right to Action

The measure looks to save Coloradans money when it comes to fees, but they won’t be able to enforce the law themselves following an amendment to the bill in the state senate.

Bill Requiring Additional State Filings for Pre-Merger Notifications Clears Judiciary Committee

One of the civil law measures under consideration requires additional pre-merger filings with the state for qualifying individuals filing notifications federally under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act.

Legal Lowdown: Buchalter Moves Denver Office Plus Foley & Lardner, Davis Graham Add Attorneys

In case you missed it this week: Buchalter secured additional office space at 1099 18th Street in Denver, two firms added attorneys to Colorado offices and APABA announced its award honorees.