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Breaking Upward Episode 18: Fighting For Victim Rights With Rachel W. Robinson

On this episode of “Breaking Upward,” Beth Andersen interviews former prosecutor and current victim rights attorney Rachel W. Robinson. They discuss the changing landscape in the judicial system around victims’ rights and the many challenges victims face when seeking...

Video Hearings: Tips and Tricks to Do Your Best in Video Court

Going to Court, Probate Court

By: Beth Andersen-Filson The pandemic changed court to video and made it the new normal. It is now common to have “remote” or “virtual” proceedings where you appear online via video conferencing platforms like Webex, Zoom or Microsoft Teams instead of in the...

PERA and Divorce: Why a Judge Can Block You From Removing Your Ex From PERA Death Benefits

Divorce, Finances, Retirement

By: Beth Andersen-Filson Colorado public school teachers, state troopers, many employees of state colleges and universities, judges and some court employees, some city and town employees, and many other state employees receive PERA (Colorado Public Employees’...

Do You Need a Trust?

Estate Planning, Trusts

A common question in estate planning is whether you need a trust or if a will alone suffices. In Colorado, a will alone is often sufficient. Unlike some other states, Colorado has a relatively simple probate process. It is not overly onerous and can often be...

Breaking Upward Episode 17: Insurance in Colorado, With Melissa Dahlman-Babers

Divorce, Estate Planning, Finances, Insurance, Podcast

While initiating or going through a divorce, updating your insurance — including home, auto, life and business — is crucial. On this episode of “Breaking Upward,” host Beth Andersen interviews insurance expert Melissa Dahlman-Babers who weighs in on what you need to...