The Sanders Colorado Springs Law Blog
Divorce, Grief and Starting Over
Divorce and grief go hand-in-hand. The end of a marriage that began with dreams of happily ever after is now a heartbreak. Whether you are looking to keep the marriage together or if you are taking the first steps to move on, the decision to separate is profound. In...
Child Custody in Colorado
What’s the difference between legal and physical custody? Legal custody refers to a parent’s authority to make major decisions regarding a child’s health, education, and welfare. Physical custody refers to when and where parents will spend time with their children....
Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) in Colorado
Like property, parties can agree on how much spousal maintenance should be paid from one spouse to the other and how long it will continue. If spouses can’t agree, they’ll end up in court, and a judge will decide for them. In Colorado, a court can order one spouse...
The Cygnet Building in Colorado Springs Becomes Sanders Law Firm
The Cygnet Building in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs has been a novelty to our city since 1890. The building maintains its hometown ambiance while improving with the city’s growth. Even the building’s original elevator has been supporting city dwellers and...
Marital Property division in Colorado
How does Division of Marital Property in Colorado work? Parties can decide how to divide their property and memorialize their agreements in a written document called a "separation agreement." If parties can't agree, they'll end up in court, and a judge will decide how...
Easy Divorce
"Do it yourself” projects related to crafts and furniture may be very trendy and popular at the moment. Who doesn’t love adding your own twist for a lesser price? However, a “do it yourself” divorce will likely be a different experience. Pursuing a divorce without...
Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA)
Military families have unique opportunities and advantages. However, supporting a military member with travel, long periods of absence, unique stations and overall embracing the military lifestyle can make pursuing a personal career challenging. Corresponding with...
Military Divorce: An Introduction
Going through a divorce with the military can introduce unique circumstances. To start, military divorce is not a legal term; it is simply a term to describe a divorce that has one or more of the litigants are in the military or retired from the military. However, it...
Separation and Divorce with Kids
My number one concern are my kids during my separation and divorce. What do I do? For many parents going through a separation and divorce, the primary concern is how to divide responsibilities in supporting their children. During this difficult situation, your mind...
Fliers fume over planes treated with pesticides
By Chris Woodyard, USA TODAY As the United Airlines jet winged home from Sydney last year, Sharon Dorazio’s eyes started to burn and her stomach ached. The pain became unbearable. “I have never been so sick, so quick,” she says. Her two grandsons, ages 13 and 14,...