US Federal

SEC v. Fernando Passos - Fraud Enforcement Action

The SEC announced a final consent judgment against Fernando Passos, former executive vice president of IRB Brasil Resseguros S.A., for fraud. Passos is permanently enjoined from violating antifraud provisions, barred from serving as an officer or director of a public company, and ordered to pay a $500,000 civil penalty.

Jefferson v. Colo Dept of Healthcare - Appeal of Dismissal

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a complaint filed by Demetrius Lamont Jefferson against the Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing (HCPF). Jefferson, a former Medicaid transportation provider, failed to exhaust administrative remedies for unpaid claims before filing suit.

Waite v. Credit Service - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's dismissal of claims against Credit Service Company, Inc. (CSC) concerning the assignment of medical debt. The court remanded the case with directions, indicating potential new interpretations of debt collection practices under state law.

Peo v. Marceleno - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Danny Marceleno for possession of contraband in the second degree. The court found sufficient evidence despite the substance on his person not being chemically tested, as other substances were confirmed as methamphetamine.

Commonwealth v. Northcreek - Real Estate Tax Dispute

The Colorado Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. Northcreek, docket number 24CA1736. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part a lower court's judgment concerning a real estate transaction, specifically addressing responsibility for accrued real estate taxes.

People v. Vigil - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of Isaac Vigil's motion challenging the constitutionality of the Sex Offender Lifetime Supervision Act (SOLSA). Vigil argued SOLSA was unconstitutional as applied to him due to a lack of available treatment options, leading to an extended sentence.

Commonwealth v. Northcreek - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. Northcreek, docket number 25CA0035. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part the trial court's order regarding attorney fees and costs.

People v. Parks - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's denial of postconviction relief for Timothy Scott Parks. The decision addresses the application of the U.S. Supreme Court's Erlinger v. United States ruling to state habitual criminal statutes, specifically regarding the right to a jury trial for habitual criminal counts.

People v. Warmker - Colorado Court of Appeals Affirmation

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Gary Lynn Warmker for sexual assault on a child. The court also remanded the case to correct the mittimus to accurately reflect the jury's verdict. The decision was announced on February 26, 2026.

People v. Graciano - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the felony menacing conviction of Ricardo Graciano. The court addressed multiple arguments raised by the defendant regarding alleged trial errors, including issues related to custodial interrogation, juror hearing impairment, burden of proof, evidence admission, and jury instructions.