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How Colorado courts address parental rights and responsibilities via Pickard Law, P.C.
Those who have children together often assume that they will raise them cooperatively, but that goal isn’t always easy to achieve. Some couples end their romantic relationship while their children are still minors. They will then face significant challenges as they adjust to…
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Who needs to draft a living will in Colorado? via Pickard Law, P.C.
A living will is referred to in Colorado by the technical name “advanced directive.” This document discusses someone’s medical wishes under very specific end of life circumstances. These documents are important additions to any estate plan because sometimes, people get hurt or…
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3 issues to address proactively in a Colorado parenting plan via Pickard Law, P.C.
Colorado no longer grants parents custody during divorces or separations. Instead, the family courts allocate parental rights and responsibilities. The adults in a family use those basic terms set by the courts to create a thorough parenting plan in most cases. The details…
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Colorado Law Firm of Philip Smith via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
Denver Criminal Defense requires a topnotch lawyer for success. The law office of Philip Smith is focused 100% on defending his clients facing allegations, being investigated or accused of a crime. Phil has a proven record of success developing a winning strategy for Colorado…
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Traffic Ticket in Denver Colorado via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
COVID 19 had all of us shaken and we are adjusting to new and different circumstances. We saw traffic dimmish. Hardly any traffic on the road at all. Things are picking up again and police officers are writing traffic tickets now that there are more and more people back on the…
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Here’s How An Assault Attorney In Denver Can Help You via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
According to surveys, assault is the most common form of violent crime in the United States of America. However, the concept of assault is not always as simple as it is made out to be. Some acts of aggression are carried out in self-defense or in order to protect the people…
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Is Your Neighbor a Child Abuser ? via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
A York Pennsylvania couple was arrested for a combined 40 counts of child abuse, neglect, child pornography and internet crimes involving children. The children range from 9-19 years of age. The youngest has never gone to school. All of them had been starved, beaten and…
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The Medina Alert Campaign via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
The Medina Alert is a public awareness campaign designed to alert the public to Hit and Run or Leaving the Scene drivers that have caused or been involved in a accident causing serious bodily injury or death to another. Governor John Hickenlooper signed The Medina Alert, March…
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Colorado Municipal Ordinance Violations Defense via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
Traffic, Solicitation, Shoplifting, Criminal Mischief Colorado Municipal Ordinance Violations Defense Attorney Philip Smith has defended clients charged with municipal offenses in the Denver metro area cities of Aurora, Brighton, Broomfield, Littleton, Lakewood, Centennial,…
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Tom Martino Guilty of Disturbing the Peace via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
Tom Martino, also known as The TroubleShooter and for ReferralList.com, built his reputation as a consumer advocate on the local Denver radio and television stations years ago. After a rise to heights beyond his imagination, his fall from grace comes at a cost of public…
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Child Abuse, Neglect and the Dirty House via Philip M. Smith Attorney at Law
Is My House Too Messy? When a Dirty House Becomes a Serious Problem Let’s be honest—parenting is messy. Life gets busy. Laundry piles up. Dishes go unwashed. That doesn’t make you a bad parent. But sometimes, when things go too far, someone might make a call to Child Protective…
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What Should I Do if I am Falsely Accused of a Crime? via Petrash Law - Denver Criminal Defense Attorney
Being falsely accused of a crime is many people’s worst nightmare. The bad news is that police and witnesses falsely accuse people of crimes on a daily basis. Sometimes people even get convicted and serve prison sentences for crimes they did not commit. If this were not the…
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How Will a Felony Affect a Juvenile’s Life? via Petrash Law - Denver Criminal Defense Attorney
Making mistakes and learning from them is part of being young and growing up. If you are above the age of 22, you can probably think of something dangerous, irresponsible, or thoughtless that you did just so you could impress people or have the last word, or even just to see…
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Colorado Domestic Assault Cases & Why Early Intervention Is Key via Petrash Law - Denver Criminal Defense Attorney
Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects countless people in Colorado each year. When someone is accused of domestic assault, it can have significant legal and personal ramifications. That’s why it’s crucial to get a criminal defense attorney involved as soon as…
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Beyond Breathalyzers: Strategies for Challenging DUI Charges via Petrash Law - Denver Criminal Defense Attorney
Being charged with DUI can be a life-altering event, with severe consequences that can impact your personal and professional life. While breathalyzers are often seen as the primary source of evidence in DUI cases, there are numerous other factors that can be challenged in…
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Domestic Violence Arrest Policy in Colorado via Petrash Law - Denver Criminal Defense Attorney
Domestic Violence is a serious crime that can result in serious consequences. In Colorado, the domestic violence arrest policy is strict, and it is important to understand the laws and regulations surrounding it. If you or a loved one has been arrested for domestic violence, it…
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Social Media’s Impact on Juvenile Behavior and Legal Consequences in Colorado via Petrash Law - Denver Criminal Defense Attorney
In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of the lives of young people. From sharing personal experiences to connecting with friends and strangers alike, platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat offer endless opportunities for expression. However,…
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New Year’s DUI Crackdown in Colorado Starts Friday via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
With the New Year almost here, many people across the state (and nation) are planning festive celebrations to ring in 2017. Law enforcement officers, however, are making their own plans – and those plans involve cracking down on any motorist suspected of drunk (or drugged)…
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DUI Defense 101: What to Do after a DUI Arrest via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
A DUI arrest can be upsetting, frustrating and maybe even embarrassing. Although it can be easy to feel alone – and like the world is against you – after you’re arrested for a DUI, please remember that: You have rights, and you are innocent until proven guilty in the eyes of…
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How to Survive a Trip to a Dive Bar via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
Toby Keith’s famous, twangy 2003 song “I Love This Bar” is about a mythical water hole frequented by yuppies, bikers, thirsty hitchhikers, pretty girls, fist fighters, early birds, and all-nighters, who drink beer from mason jars. Well, whether you live in a small rural town,…
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Racial Discrimination as a Defense for Marijuana Arrests via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
Certainly, there are instances where racial discrimination becomes a good defense for those charged in traffic stops or drug possession cases. It now appears that there is a Connecticut attorney, who is testing the waters to see if he can use a controversial defense that that…
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CDOT Plastering ‘Hits Lead to Hits’ on Posters and Rolling Papers via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
This Boulder DUI attorney knows quite a bit about the dangers of driving high – having defended many clients who have been charged with driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) after smoking marijuana and getting pulled over and arrested for driving high. I’ve also…
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MADD & CSP Ask Parents to Have PowerTalk with Kids About DUI via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
A month ago, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) partnered up to put on a Power of Parents workshop aimed at informing parents on tools to use to education their kids on the dangers of underage drinking and conveying that kids should never…
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Will I have to have an IID after getting a CO DUI? via Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, LLC
If you’ve never been convicted of a driving-under-the-influence of alcohol (DUI) or drug (DUID) related charge before, but sudden wake up with a banging hangover in a jail cell or detox center, you’ll experience many emotions such as confusion, extreme guilt, and remorse.…
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