The injury lawyers Bloch & Chapleau, LLC, recently announced it has settled a ski injury lawsuit in the amount of $750,000 for an accident that occurred at Vail Mountain A skier was severely injured when she was struck from behind in a ski collision that was caused by excessive speed and out of control skiing. […]
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Bloch & Chapleau Opens Frisco Office
The law firm of Bloch and Chapleau, LLC is excited to announce the opening of a new Summit County office in Frisco, Colorado. “We have been helping people in Summit County with their legal needs for years,” said Joseph Bloch, the firm’s managing partner. “Opening an office in Frisco allows us to increase our presence […]
My Income Has Changed and I Can No Longer Afford Child Support – What Should I Do?
If you are the non-custodial parent of a child, there is a very strong likelihood that a Colorado court has ordered you to pay recurring child support payments. When the order went into effect, the amount that you were to pay was based on your income at the time. But if your income has changed […]
Important Information to Exchange After a Car Accident
*This is a guest post from another attorney. The author’s views are his own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of our firm. This does not constitute an endorsement of any attorney or firm. Immediately following a car accident, it can be difficult to think and act rationally. You may be so concerned about […]
Four Steps to Take After a Car Accident
*This is a guest post from another attorney. The author’s views are his own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of our firm. This does not constitute an endorsement of any attorney or firm. There is a massive amount of confusion after a car accident, so it is not surprising that you are overwhelmed […]
For How Long Do I Have to Pay Spousal Support?
If you are in the process of getting divorced in Colorado and the issue of spousal maintenance has come up—or is likely to come up—you likely have questions about the amount and duration of the spousal maintenance award. In particular, if you are the higher earning spouse and have been married for at least three […]
Can I Get an Annulment in Colorado?
If you are in a marriage in Colorado and want to get out of it legally, you might be wondering if you are eligible to get an annulment. We often receive questions from clients about whether they can simply file for an annulment instead of a divorce, or if an annulment can make it easier […]
What Are Colorado’s Laws on Alimony?
If you are thinking about filing for divorce in Colorado or have already begun this process, we know that you have questions about alimony and how it works. Under Colorado Law (Colo. Rev. Stat. Section 14-10-114), alimony is known as “spousal maintenance.” In Colorado, spousal maintenance is awarded in situations where it is deemed appropriate […]
Federal Appeals Court Enforces Vail’s Broad Liability Waiver to Completely Bar Lawsuit Arising from a Ski Lift Injury
On January, 8, 2018, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals issued its Opinion in the case of Teresa Brigance v. Vail Summit Resorts, Inc. The Federal Appeals Court ruled that Vail’s broad liability waiver that appears on the back of a ski lift ticket completely bars the claims of Dr. Teresa Brigance. Dr. Brigance was […]
Will I Lose My Inheritance if I Get Divorced in Colorado?
If you are thinking about getting divorced in Colorado, understanding the state’s rules on property division is very important. A lack of understanding of these laws could put your assets and financial well being at risk. One question that our lawyers frequently hear is in regards to divorce, division of property, and inheritance. Here’s what […]
