In the recent Colorado Court of Appeals decision Stoecklein v. Fayette Farms, LLC (2024 WL 5098330), the Court addressed critical issues surrounding construction defect claims, statutes of limitations, and the interplay between the Colorado Consumer Protection Act (“CCPA”) and the…

Over the years, plaintiff’s attorneys have steadily attempted to chip away at the guardrails that keep Colorado Consumer Protection Act (“CCPA”) claims in check.  Over the last few years, the General Assembly has considered a number of bills designed to…

For years, Colorado’s economic loss rule has not applied to residential construction and has not impeded the ability of homeowners to hold general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, or other construction professionals accountable for negligent work.  Specifically, the Colorado Supreme Court…

Colorado lawmakers have introduced House Bill 25-1261, a measure that, while ostensibly aimed at protecting homeowners from construction defects, will ultimately drive up the cost of housing, particularly for affordable condominiums and townhomes.  This bill makes it easier to sue…

The cost of housing in Colorado has been an ongoing concern for homeowners, tenants, and developers alike.  Senate Bill 25-131 (S.B. 25-131) seeks to address some of these issues by modifying laws related to construction defect claims, landlord-tenant relationships,…

The Colorado Court of Appeals recently issued a significant decision in Veolia Water Technologies, Inc. v. Antero Treatment LLC, 2024 COA 126, clarifying the scope of the economic loss rule and the role of fraudulent misrepresentation in design-build contracts.  The…

Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC (“HHMR”) is excited to announce several significant developments as the firm transitions into an exciting new chapter of growth and innovation.  Sheri Roswell, one of the firm’s founding members, is stepping out of ownership…