Volpe Law Blog

Rarely is there a construction project in Colorado where a dispute does not arise. Disagreements are one thing, but when those disagreements pose a risk to the project itself, that's another thing entirely. Thousands if not millions of dollars could be at stake. Delays, increased costs, and damag...

Firearms ownership is being debated now more than ever before. These proposed laws jeopardize the ability of the people to defend themselves and their loved ones with firearms are being proposed on a regular basis throughout the United States. This is no doubt the natural result of the well-publi...

Quiet Title Actions Quiet title actions may be an appropriate remedy for all manner of real estate disputes involving title to real property. A landowner may wish to challenge the legitimacy of a lien, correct errors in a deed, or remove a cloud on title. An heir may claim ownership of a propert...

One important matter all potential litigants need to consider prior to preparing a lawsuit is whether their claims have expired. Most potential claims will be subject to something called a “statute of limitations,” defined as any law that bars claims after a certain period of time passes after a...

Pre and Post-Judgment Remedies to Secure Your Damages Award You may be considering suing someone. You know you have been wronged, and you believe there is enough evidence to prove it. However, you're concerned that – even if you win – the person you are suing won't be able to pay the judgment. T...

Whether you are in the market to sell or purchase a new home, the real estate transaction process can be overwhelming and complex, especially when you attempt to do it on your own. There are a lot of people or agencies that may be involved and each has its own role to play. There's also a lot o...

If you're thinking about suing a business, then several questions are going through your head. How much money will this cost? Will I win? Where do I find a good lawyer? Among the many thoughts swirling in your mind, you might be asking where you should file the lawsuit. Answering that question is...

Mechanics' liens are an important tool for contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers when it comes to enforcing their rights to payment for work provided on a construction project. Colorado has specific laws that govern the filing and enforcement of mechanics' liens, and it is important to und...

Real estate, whether it is residential or commercial, is the single greatest asset, investment, and liability that a person or business can make. Real estate transactions, leases, and other undertakings, including the maintenance of the property, must adhere to rules, regulations, and contractual...

Contracts are legal instruments binding on the parties that enter into them. A breach of a real estate contract in Colorado can be particularly costly to the non-breaching party in a number of ways. The real estate market is hard enough when all parties play according to the rules. So, when the o...

Many people probably already know that two or more parties can have a contract without writing anything down. For example, you see a “For Sale” advertisement on Craigslist for a $400 bike. You reach out to the seller and arrange to meet up and take a look at the bike. As soon as you look at the...

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Colorado has seen an onslaught of executive orders from the governor's office over the past few months. From modifying notary and marriage license requirements, to closing ski areas, to limiting foreclosures, Governor Polis has exercised his executive power in an e...