It's not so much what they do in the air as it is the fact of getting there.Although that above -- and, yes, purposefully poetic -- prelude to crane operation in the construction industry might seem a bit misplaced, industry principals are in staunch agreement that,...
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Colorado Supreme Court clarifies statute of repose rules
Developers and contractors know how frequently construction laws in Colorado can change. A recent court ruling illustrates just how quickly change can occur. Last December, we wrote about how a ruling from the Colorado State Court of Appeals changed the statute of...
What is a “material” misrepresentation in an insurance policy?
Although the below case pertains to an insurance matter in California, it deals centrally with the issue of "materiality," which can rise to a level of importance in some disputes regardless of where they occur.Whether an insured's policy contains material...
Denver metro construction projects: not everyone is happy
I will routinely accord you all due respect, says the owner of one Denver business, "until you step on my toes enough times."Although Daniel Appell, the proprietor of the Grateful Gnome brewery, isn't suffering from sore feet, he is nonetheless feeling less than...
Auto insurers responsible for non-accident injuries?
Auto insurers know that the list of potential reasons for a claim is lengthy and varies from state to state. A ruling by the Michigan Supreme Court could soon make that claims list longer nationwide. If a person is injured in a car accident, they may be able to seek...
The ethics of crash optimization for self driving cars
As autonomous cars become closer to being regular sightings on Colorado highways, it appears as if consumers and retailers alike are marveling over technology that will allow a car to make split second decisions to avoid crashes or minimize the impact of crashes in...
Denver construction litigation: opposing sides firmly lined up
For quick insight into what has become a major matter of acrimony relevant to would-be Denver construction projects, one need look no further than at some representative comments flowing back and forth.One critic of projects aimed at building a new stretch of roadway...
A look at what legal malpractice insurers are saying
Hacking, a proliferation in so-called "lateral hiring," complex business transactions, confusion and disagreement surrounding estate administration matters -- these and a few additional matters spell significant concerns for insurance companies in Colorado and...
Taking a balanced look at hospital insurance claim denials
From the perspective of many reputable insurance companies in Colorado and nationally that routinely seek to timely and fully hold up their end of the bargain regarding an insured's claim, it sometimes seems that they face an extra-contractual challenge when...
Will recent Colorado high-court ruling bring more condo projects?
Judging from post-case comments, it is certainly not hard to see that a strong division of opinion exists regarding a recent Colorado Supreme Court ruling focused upon arbitration clauses in condominium project declarations.According to one homeowners' advocate, the...