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Child custody fights are often bitter and protracted. But when a judge issues an order awarding custody to one parent, the fight is supposed to be over. Some parents, however, take their children and deny custody to the other parent in violation of court orders. When...

Many Colorado dog owners view their pets as part of the family. But in the event of a divorce, those owners might be surprised to learn that most courts don't see things that way. In most cases, a family court judge will view the family pet as personal property, its...

Many couples contemplating marriage are uncomfortable bringing up the topic of a prenuptial agreement, also known as a premarital agreement. After all, it isn't exactly romantic. But in the event of divorce, a carefully prepared prenuptial agreement can save a great...

Divorce can be a stressful experience and in some cases can make people do irrational things. Recently a Colorado man claimed in his divorce case that he threw half a million dollars worth of gold into a motel dumpster rather than let his estranged wife have any share...

Alimony, known in Colorado as maintenance, has been a controversial topic around the country in recent years. A number of states have passed laws designed to make maintenance payments more objective and predictable. Colorado recently joined that movement, and its new...

Divorces that involve child custody disputes are often the most acrimonious. When children are involved, parental emotions run high, and some parents engage in truly ugly behavior. The divorce proceeding becomes mired in accusations and counter-accusations, and every...

Colorado baseball fans probably remember outfielder Gabe Kapler, who played for the Rockies in the 2002-03 seasons. Kapler went on to play for several other teams, including the Red Sox, and joined a select group when he was one of the nine Red Sox on the field when...

Colorado couples who are going through a divorce know that it can be a stressful experience. A divorcing couple faces potentially contentious issues like asset division, child custody and child support, while at the same time dealing with the end of a familiar family...

Many people in Colorado may not be seeing it yet, but economists tell us the economy is beginning to recover from the worst recession since the 1930s. As the economy slowly improves, things that slowed down during the recession are bouncing back - including the number...

Colorado moviegoers are very familiar with Clint Eastwood. The 83-year-old actor has made a long career out of playing tough guys. It now appears he is headed for a divorce. His wife of 17 years, Dina Eastwood, 48, has filed legal separation papers with the Monterey...