Tragically, the vulnerability of people with intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnoses to physical and emotional abuse by people in authority has been in the media lately. Following the disturbing news of George Floyd, the spotlight is also being shone on...
At our law firm, we support people with intellectual disabilities and other impairments and their families in a wide range of legal issues. We provide guidance and legal services to meet the immediate and future needs of those with disabilities and their loved ones....
An estate plan is not a one-and-done proposition. It should be treated as a living thing, one that must be tended to as the circumstances around it change. Many experts recommend reviewing an estate plan regularly, as well as after significant life events. This helps...
The concept of filial law dates back hundreds of years, most notably with the 1601 passage of the Elizabethan Poor Law. This is often cited as the first law to state adult children were legally obligated to provide financial support for their impoverished...
The responsibilities of the personal representative of an estate are not ones you should take lightly. The role requires a commitment to process and detail, and strict adherence to Colorado probate laws. What happens if you neglect these duties?You may find yourself...
In part 1 of this post, we talked about the importance of taking inventory of your digital assets and making long-term decisions about what you want to happen to each one, either before or after your death. We also discussed the kinds of digital assets that people...
In developing a comprehensive estate plan, one major issue is to see that your family members or the personal representative of your estate will be aware of the scope of your digital assets. Otherwise, they would not know where to look beyond the usual resources like...
For parents of adult children with special needs, long-term security is often an ongoing worry. You want to make sure your child receives the proper health care, assistance with daily life and financial support - not just right now, but for many years to come.Special...
A bipartisan push is underway to add financial relief to elderly victims of scams related to the coronavirus pandemic to the next federal COVID-19 relief bill. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser, along with almost all other state and territorial attorneys general,...
Guardians, conservators, family members, trustees and others who care for elders, those with disabilities and other people with vulnerabilities are wise to understand and be prepared to put protections in place against fraudulent scams related to COVID-19. Financial...
