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Civil Justice Review of 2022 Colorado General Assembly
When the Colorado General Assembly adjourned on May 11, its record on civil justice was nothing to write home about. For advocates of Common Sense in the Courtroom, this was no surprise given the expansions of liability handed to TV lawyers over the past four years. ...
Want to encourage frivolous lawsuits? Pass HB 1272.
Not long ago, Colorado discouraged frivolous or speculative lawsuits. But such safeguards have been eroded. The penalty for filing a lawsuit that is frivolous, groundless or vexations (Section 13-17-101, C.R.S.) is so seldom invoked by judges that it's essentially a...
Legislators honored with ‘Common Sense’ awards for 2021
DENVER — Colorado Civil Justice League announced winners of its Common Sense in the Courtroom Awards, given to state legislators who have demonstrated a commitment to curtailing lawsuit abuse and protecting small business and working families from the cost of...
CCJL to honor ‘Common Sense’ legislators at Oct. 28 event
Colorado Civil Justice League will recognize leading state legislators on Thursday, Oct. 28 during its annual Legislative Awards Luncheon at the Denver Four Seasons. CCJL's Common Sense In The Courtroom Awards are given to state legislators who have demonstrated a...
‘It could have been worse’ is no consolation to Colorado job creators
By Mark Hillman When the Colorado General Assembly adjourned on June 8, small-business owners and job creators breathed a collective sigh of relief. After suffering through COVID-related restrictions and closures for most of the previous 12 months, employers were...