Tag:Law Week Colorado
News
New Labor Protections for Thousands of Public Workers in Colorado Take Effect in July
The New PROPWA rules, coming into effect July 1, provide rights similar to NLRA rights for many public workers in Colorado.
News
First LLP Exam Set for April 30 in Denver
In just two months, the first class of LLPs will be able to represent clients in certain family law matters in the state of Colorado.
Legislature
Restriction on Police Use of Prone Restraint Passes Committee
House Bill 24-1372 would change the guidelines and training on the use of prone restraint by law enforcement officers in Colorado.
Legislature
Use of the Term ‘Excited Delirium’ Now Prohibited in Colorado
On April 4, Colorado became the second state in the country to ban the official use of the term “excited delirium.”
Courts
Court Opinions: Colorado Supreme Court Opinions for April 8
The Colorado Supreme Court reversed lower court judgments in two cases. One was a first-degree murder case and dealt with Miranda rights.
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Legislature
Proposed Program to Reduce the Competency Waitlist Passes Unanimously in Committee
HB24-1355 creates a diversion program focused on treatment rather than competency restoration for defendants with mental health issues in certain cases.
News
Law Firms Work to Close the Gender Gap in Leadership and Management
Recent data shows that only 28% of law firm partners are women, but several firms have initiatives in place to help address the gap.
Features
2024 State of the Solo Survey Findings
Law Week partnered with executive business counselor Gene Commander to survey 146 solo practitioners in Colorado.