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Of Counsel Ann West Closes Large Denver Equipment Dealer Sale

Hackstaff, Snow, Atkinson & Griess is proud to announce that Of Counsel Ann West recently closed a large sale of the Universal Tractor Co., a farm and construction equipment dealer, to Kubota of Denver. Universal Tractor Co. has been a family owned and operated fixture in the West Denver community for 74 years. Under its […]

Estate Planning Tips: Avoiding Accidental Disinheritance

Most people are aware that disinheriting someone is the intentional act of preventing a person from receiving a share of the deceased’s estate. But “accidental” or “unintended” disinheritance is what happens when someone fully intends to leave assets to a family member, but improper or inaccurate estate planning practices result in that person being disinherited, […]

M&As: Why You Shouldn’t Dissolve the Company Right After Selling

You’ve sold or merged your business, and the transaction has concluded. The next step is corporate dissolution, right? Actually, no. There are a few very good reasons why you shouldn’t dissolve your company immediately after selling it. There is a lot of conflicting advice out there about how to handle wrapping up a business after […]

Merger and Acquisitions: Key Issues in Buyer Non-Disclosure Agreements

One of the first steps to the process of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is introducing confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). This step is crucial in the beginning as it details exactly what information within the buyer and seller exchange should be protected as confidential, thus limiting how the buyer can utilize that confidential information. NDAs […]

The Colorado FAMLI Act – What Employers & Employees Need to Know

 Effective January 1, 2024, the full benefits of the Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Act officially became available. (Premium contributions for the plan began January 1, 2023.) Key FAMLI Act Features Covered Colorado workers can receive up to 12 weeks of paid leave per calendar year without the risk of losing their […]

Colorado Tax Changes for 2024

While 2024 did not usher in many state tax law changes, there are a couple of items that Coloradans should pay attention to. One-Time TABOR Refund During a special session in November 2023, HB23B-1002 was approved to increase the earned income tax credit for the 2023 tax year. In essence, the act creates a one-time […]

Aaron Atkinson and Douglas Griess recognized as 2024 Colorado Super Lawyers

Hackstaff, Snow, Atkinson & Griess is extremely proud to announce that Partners Aaron Atkinson and Douglas Griess have been recognized as 2024 Colorado Super Lawyers! Aaron was nominated in the category of General Litigation, and focuses his practice on Civil Litigation, Construction, Real Estate, Insurance Bad Faith and Claims, Business, Contracts, and Collections. Douglas was […]

2023 Business Tax Wrap-up: The Inflation Reduction Act

 With the clock ticking on 2023 business tax filings, here’s a quick look at some of the important considerations, credits and deductions for businesses to take advantage of from The Inflation Reduction Act. Passed in 2022, The Inflation Reduction Act is an attempt to slow inflation through a multi-pronged approach of reducing the federal government […]

Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation…What’s the Difference?

 When it comes to resolving disputes, there are several methods to try depending on the situation. Litigation, arbitration, and mediation are three of the main avenues for dispute resolution. Below, we explain each option, then discuss how to choose the right method. Litigation Litigation is the most formal process of resolving disputes, and the most […]

You’ve Been Served, Now What? The Main Stages of Litigation

Most people want to avoid becoming embroiled in litigation at all costs, but there are times when it’s unavoidable. Whether you’ve been served or are thinking of filing a complaint, it’s important to understand what the main stages of litigation are, what the process entails, and how to navigate it. The term “litigation” simply refers […]