by Mark Hillman | Dec 10, 2018 | News
Anyone wondering why insurance premiums are on the rise in Colorado need look no further than four recent decisions by the Colorado Supreme Court. Those rulings expand liability and increase litigation costs, so consumers can expect to pay more for insurance...
by Mark Hillman | Sep 23, 2018 | News
DENVER — Colorado Civil Justice League has announced winners of its Common Sense in the Courtroom Awards, given to state legislators who have demonstrated a commitment to curtailing lawsuit abuse. Awards will be presented at CCJL’s Legislative Awards Luncheon on...
by Mark Hillman | Sep 10, 2018 | News
Today, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled unanimously that a claimant is not entitled to interest on damages if no court action is filed. The opinion written by Justice Brian Boatright supports the position taken by Colorado Civil Justice League in an amicus brief...
by Mark Hillman | Jul 9, 2018 | News
Monday, July 09, 2018 Judge Carlos Samour became Colorado’s newest Supreme Court justice earlier this month when he was sworn in to replace retiring Chief Justice Nancy Rice. Although most widely known for presiding over the trial of James Holmes for the Aurora...
by Mark Hillman | May 16, 2018 | News
The 2018 legislative session produced much political posturing but resulted in comparatively no meaningful policy accomplishments toward reducing litigation in Colorado. Most significant legislation to pass was re-authorization of the Colorado Civil Rights Division...