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As more couples in Colorado choose to live together without getting married, they often don’t realize how few legal protections they actually have. Unmarried partners do not receive automatic rights to property, financial support, inheritance, or even parenting unless...

In Colorado custody matters (allocation of parental responsibilities), a child’s wishes may be considered if the child is “sufficiently mature to express reasoned and independent preferences.” That standard comes from the best-interests statute, which lists the...

Social media is more than a platform for expression—it’s a digital record that may shape the proceedings in domestic violence cases. From tagged photos and direct messages to posts and metadata, online activity can become compelling evidence to demonstrate patterns of...

As the new school year approaches, many divorced or separated parents face disagreements over school choices. In Colorado, the parent or parents who hold decision‑making responsibility determine such matters. Here’s how courts handle disputes over education in split...

Simultaneously facing criminal charges (such as DUI or domestic violence) and a child custody case in Colorado can lead to serious legal consequences, often affecting parental responsibilities even before any criminal conviction. Colorado’s Custody Standard: Best...

Relocation can be one of the trickiest challenges in Colorado child custody cases. Whether it’s a military transfer or an exciting new job opportunity, moving isn’t just a personal decision—it’s a legal matter, too. In Colorado, courts take relocation requests...

Fireworks are a hallmark of Independence Day celebrations across the U.S., but in Colorado Springs, using them carelessly—or illegally—can result in serious fines, criminal charges, and even property damage liability. Before you light that fuse, it’s essential to...

Why DUI Checkpoints Increase Around July 4th Independence Day is one of the busiest travel holidays in Colorado, and law enforcement increases DUI (Driving Under the Influence) checkpoints throughout the state. These sobriety checkpoints are legal in Colorado and are...

Meeting with a divorce attorney for the first time can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re just exploring your options or preparing to file, what you say—and don’t say—can significantly shape your case. At Boal Law, we aim to make the process clearer and less...

In November 2024, Colorado voters approved Amendment J, formally striking the outdated constitutional language that defined marriage as “only a union of one man and one woman.” While same‑sex marriage has been legally recognized since the 2014 Colorado Supreme Court...

With the arrival of summer, many separated and divorced parents face a common challenge: how to fairly and legally navigate custody schedules when children are out of school. In Colorado Springs, where military and civilian families alike deal with complex family...