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Colorado in the legal spot light
Colorado takes center stage in a legal battle over the rights of electors in the Electoral College. For more information click here.
New Colorado law takes effect on transgender ID
A transgender or non-binary person in Colorado can now access any state identity document—a birth certificate, a driver’s license, a state ID without a cumbersome process, like needing a surgery, a court order, or a doctor’s note,under a new law which takes effect in January, 2020. For more, click here.
New Laws taking effect in Colorado in 2020
There are several new laws taking effect in Colorado this year. For a good summary, click here.
Worker’s Rights Update; Colorado debates protections for marijuana use
House Rep. Jovan Melton, D-Aurora, has introduced a bill to prevent businesses from firing employees for partaking in legal activities on their own time — even if the activities are only legal under state and not federal law. The law is intended, in part, to protect workers who use marijuana (legally under Colorado law) in… Read More »
COVID-19 ALERT
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Protect your rights! As many of you know, the State and Federal Court systems have been impacted by the pandemic like most businesses in Colorado. While trials and in-person Court appearances are being postponed in many cases, that does not excuse you from all of the deadlines that may apply. For… Read More »
ERISA Appeals
If your claim for Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, medical or other benefits have been denied … and the claim is governed by ERISA … you have the right to appeal. You not only have the right, but you are probably required to file an appeal. When filing an appeal, it is critical to… Read More »
Colorado Gives Day is Here
Today is Colorado Gives Day – a wonderful day to give back to the community and support your favorite charity. To learn more about how you can participate, click here. At Silvern & Bulger, PC, we have a long history of supporting local charities, schools and non-profits. Check out our website for more about… Read More »
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)
Traumatic brain injury, or a TBI, usually results from a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. They can occur from a car accident, a fall, being struck on the head by falling merchandise at a store, or in many other situations. a TBI can be characterized as mild, moderate or severe. Mild… Read More »
Don’t Forget – The Colorado Health Insurance Open Enrollment period is here!
You still have time to review your health insurance needs, but time is running out! The Open Enrollment period ends January 1, 2020. Be sure to go to Connectforhealthco.com to review your options!
ERISA or Not ERISA?
In most cases, claims for employee benefits are governed by ERISA, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. This includes most claims for: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Medical and Dental Claims, and Retirement and fringe benefits Although ERISA provides protection to people who work for most types of employers, there are exceptions, including: Most governmental… Read More »