Whether a landlord, association or property manager has to allow someone with an assistance animal to live at the property despite animal restrictions is a frequent question. Also, if you have to allow the animal, can you still request a pet deposit? First of all, even if the property does not allow certain animals, if… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Cinthia Manzano
Local Ordinances on Construction Defects
Know Your Local Ordinance on Construction Defects When state law on construction defects failed to change despite lobbying efforts, many cities enacted their own local ordinances regarding how to deal with construction defects in new housing and there are probably more to come. Currently, Arvada, Aurora, Centennial, Colorado Springs, Commerce City, Denver, Lakewood, Littleton, Lone… Continue Reading
Construction Defects and Housing
Over the past several years the people of Colorado have debated how to protect homeowners from defects in the construction of their newly purchased homes, while still giving the economy a boost and encouraging builders to continue to build and provide new and affordable multi-family housing in Colorado. Efforts last year to revise the existing… Continue Reading
Meth Labs and Properties for Sale
Sellers have to disclose known material defects and complete a Seller’s Property Disclosure form when listing property for sale. There can be health risks associated with living in a house where meth was produced or used. Some telltale signs that a property could be contaminated by meth include discolored walls, strong ammonia-like odors, empty over-the-counter… Continue Reading
Can I Keep My Service Dog Even Though My Association’s Covenants Don’t Allow It?
The “seeing-eye dog” of yesterday has been replaced by many different kinds of animals that assist persons with many kinds of disabilities. Today, “service,” ”companion,” “therapy,” “support,” and “assistance” animals provide mobility for the sight and hearing impaired and emotional support for persons with depression, anxiety, or mental disabilities. They can help people with epilepsy,… Continue Reading
Notice of Claims Process Under the Construction Defect Action Reform Act
In order to reform Colorado’s construction defect laws, Colorado’s legislators enacted the original Construction Defect Action Reform Act (CDARA-I) in 2001 and CDARA-II in 2003. The intent of these laws was to preserve adequate rights and remedies for property owners bringing construction defect claims against construction professionals while also curbing perceived abuses related to such… Continue Reading
Review Home Purchase Contract
About To Make your Greatest Investment? Review What You Sign. It seems so simple, but most people get busy and think that the documents they need to sign are standard or cannot be changed. Whether you are purchasing a home or business, having construction done for either, or renting or leasing, you should… Continue Reading
Risks of Being Found to Be an “Employer” Liable for Wage Claims
You or your business could be at risk of being found to be an employer to someone previously thought to be an independent contractor. You could be sued for violation of The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). There are many factors that can determine whether the person that worked for you is really an… Continue Reading
The Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act
The Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act (ACPA) is designed to punish people for registering a domain name with the intent of making money off of someone else’s trademark rights even if a trademark is not registered. For example, if a well-known corporation had failed to register a domain name such as www.famouscorporation.com and someone else… Continue Reading
Don’t Run the Risk of Listing Your Own Home for Sale
Don’t Run the Risk of Listing Your Own Home for Sale If you are a broker, check your E & O insurance policy. You may not want to list your own property for sale if you do not have coverage. Sellers and Brokers alike are being sued by buyers on claims of alleged misrepresentations regarding… Continue Reading