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Law / Legal Resources: Special Topics

  1. 'Lectric Law Forms -

    Business, personal, and law practice forms from the 'Lectric Law Library.
  2. A Father's Guide to Child Support -
  3. ADA (Americans With Disabilities) Home Page - -

    From the U.S. Department of Justice.
  4. Adoption -

    From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - includes overview on domestic and international adoption processes, laws, services for pre- and post-adoption, and more.
  5. Adoption and Relinquishment Forms - Colorado -
  6. Advanced Medical Directive Information / Living Wills -

    From the Colorado Bar Association.
  7. American Bar Association Commission on Mental and Physical Disability Law -
  8. Bankruptcy -

    From United States Courts. Includes forms, rules, and resources.
  9. Bankruptcy for Individuals -

    Includes general resources, information on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, bankruptcy courts, alternatives to bankruptcy, and more. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  10. Bankruptcy for Small Businesses -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  11. Bankruptcy Resources -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  12. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law -

    Website from "the leading national legal advocate for people with mental disabilities."
  13. Berkman Center for Internet & Society -

    From Harvard University.
  14. Bureau of Industry and Security -

    International business resources, laws and employment.
  15. Business and General Forms -

    Business and General Forms including: last will, living will, quit claim, real estate, business forms and much more.
  16. Business Law & Regulations -

    Provides legal and regulatory information for America's small businesses.
  17. Child Custody and Parenting Time -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  18. Child Support Enforcement Programs -

    From the Colorado State Judicial Branch - includes links to child support guidelines and worksheets, as well as statutes and regulations, forms, and other resources for parents.
  19. Colorado Attorney General's Home Page -

    Consumer complaints, alerts, and opinions.
  20. Colorado Bar Association Water Law Section -
  21. Colorado Child Support Enforcement -

    From the Colorado Department of Human Services.
  22. Colorado Division of Housing -

    Includes information for renters, landlords & homeowners, vacancy rates & foreclosure reports, needs assessments, housing data, and more.
  23. Colorado Division of Water Resources (DWR) -
  24. Colorado Legal Forms and Instructions -

    Civil, criminal, restraining orders, probate, etc.
  25. Colorado Real Estate Commission - Approved Contracts and Forms -

    Includes current approved contracts and forms.
  26. Colorado Renters Information -

    From the Colorado Dept. of Local Affairs - Division of Housing.
  27. Colorado Springs - Housing Authority -
  28. Colorado Tenants' Rights -

    From the Colorado Public Interest Research Group (CoPIRG).
  29. Colorado Water Courts -
  30. Colorado Water Law Guide -

    From the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law.
  31. Common Law Marriage -

    State of Colorado Affidavit of Common Law Marriage.
  32. Common Law Marriage -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  33. Common Law Marriage in Colorado -

    Information from the Colorado Attorney General.
  34. Consumer Protection -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  35. Consumer Questions/Complaints about a Business -

    From the Colorado Attorney General.
  36. Consumer Resource Guide -

    From the Colorado Department of Law. Includes resources on topics such as automobiles, business licensing, civil rights & employment, scams, credit, elder issues, health issues, etc.
  37. Consumer’s Tool Kit for Health Care Advance Planning -

    From the American Bar Association's Commission on Law and Aging.
  38. Copyright Crash Course -

    Overview of the laws and concepts concerning copyrights from the University of Texas.
  39. Copyright for Music Librarians -

    From the Music Library Association.
  40. Credit Counseling & Debtor Education Information -

    From the U.S. Trustee Program.
  41. Criminal Law Links -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  42. Denver Bar Association Legal Resource Directory - 2012 -

    Provides Colorado resources on bankruptcy, consumer, criminal, disability, domestic violence, employment, family and child support, GLBT, housing, identification, immigration, Native American, senior citizens, small claims and collections legal issues. Includes an income chart to determine if you’re eligible for help from Colorado Legal Services. Most resources are in Denver.
  43. Disability Law -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  44. Disability.gov -

    Federal government website - gives information on employment, health, housing, education, transportation, technology, etc.
  45. Fair Housing Information Brochure -

    From the City of Colorado Springs. Available in English, Spanish, or Korean.
  46. Family Law Guide -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver. Research guides on Colorado-specific materials, adoption, child custody, divorce/marriage, domestic violence, father's rights, grandparent's rights, and same-sex couples.
  47. Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator -

    Can be used to locate a Federal inmate incarcerated from 1982 to present.
  48. File a Document with the CO Secretary of State -

    Includes forms for businesses such as forming a new LLC, profit, or nonprofit corporation, reserving a name, registering a trade name or trademark, and more.
  49. FindLaw for the Public -

    Learn about the Law - covers topics such as personal injury, civil rights, marriage & family, estate planning, small business, and more.
  50. FindLaw Legal Forms -

    Federal and state court forms, consumer, corporate, and contracts.
  51. FindLaw Legal Subjects -

    Browse practice areas for professionals, from Administrative Law through Wills, Trusts, Estates & Probate.
  52. FTC Consumer Protection Information -
  53. GlobaLex -

    Guides to international, comparative and foreign law research.
  54. Google Patent Search -

    Quick access to over 7 million patents, includes the text and any figures or drawings pertaining to said patents.
  55. Guide to Disability Rights Laws -

    Information from the U.S. Department of Justice.
  56. Guide to Labor and Employment Laws for Migrant Workers in North America -
  57. Guide to Water Law -

    From Hieros Gamos Legal Directories.
  58. Health Information Privacy -

    From the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services.
  59. Home Schooling in Colorado -

    From the Colorado Dept. of Education, includes laws, FAQs, resources, statistics, CSAP testing, etc.
  60. Homeschool Law Page for Colorado -

    From the Home School Legal Defense Association.
  61. Homeschooling in the United States: A Legal Analyis of Colorado -
  62. Intercountry Adoption -

    Information from the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services.
  63. Justia -

    Includes case law, statutes, court documents, topical research guides, customized Google searches, law blogs. Covers the topics of injury law, family law, estate planning, real estate law, intellectual property, employment & labor, criminal law, business law, immigration, and foreign & international law.
  64. Labor and Employment Law Guide -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  65. Landlord / Tenant Resources -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  66. Law In Colorado -

    Booklet includes an introduction to law in Colorado, the court system, criminal law, juvenile law, torts, contract law, family law & domestic relations, housing law, employment laws, individual rights & liberties in Colorado, and the Colorado Water Law. From the Colorado Bar Association.
  67. Laws and Regulations Concerning Seniors -

    From USA.gov.
  68. LawSmart Legal Documents -

    Free documents for businesses, wills & estate planning, debt & finance, trademarks, patents & copyrights, family law, real estate, landlord & tenant, and general. Requires registration for a free account.
  69. Legal Aid Handout -

    Lists local organizations that assist with pro se, general legal advice, mediation, landlord/tenant, domestic issues, discrimination protection, and other resources.
  70. Legal Center for People with Disabilities and Older People -

    Colorado's Protection & Advocacy System.
  71. Lemon Law in Colorado -

    From the Colorado State Attorney General, includes complaint filing process information.
  72. Lemon Laws for Colorado -

    From the CO Auto Industry Division of the Dept. of Revenue.
  73. Minimum Wage Laws -

    Minimum wage laws for each of the 50 states.
  74. National Archives and Records Administration Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) -
  75. National Indian Law Library -

    From the Native American Rights Fund in Boulder, CO. Topical resources, Indian law bulletins, tribal law gateway, contact the library for free Indian law-related research assistance.
  76. National Resource Center on LGBT Aging -

    Covers a variety of subjects including caregiving, elder abuse, employment/workplace issues, health & wellness, legal support, transgender, and much more.
  77. National Senior Citizens Law Center -
  78. Nolo Online Books -

    Covers topics such as Renters' Rights, Foreclosure Survival Guide, Small Claims Court, Small Business, Probate, Every Dog's Legal Rights, Legal Rights for Unmarried Couples, and more.
  79. Occupational/Industry Licensing Requirements Database (Colorado) -

    Find out which licenses are required for your business and where to get them at the local, state and federal level. Gives prices and forms to obtain said licenses. Also lists regulatory agencies for all business types.
  80. Offender Search -

    Information from the Colorado Department of Corrections.
  81. Office of Disability Employment Policy -

    This organization exists "to increase employment opportunities for adults and youth with disabilities."
  82. Open Records Law -

    From the American Library Association (ALA) - explains confidentiality of library records and the Internet.
  83. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration -

    From the U.S. Department of Labor. Provides information on filing a complaint, worker's rights & responsibilities, problems in the workplace, and more.
  84. Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging -

    Legal, insurance, meals, transportation, and in-house services.
  85. Policy on Confidentiality of Library Records -

    From the American Library Association (ALA).
  86. Privacy and Confidentiality -

    From the American Library Association (ALA).
  87. Privacy and the Courts -

    From the American Library Association (ALA).
  88. Privacy of User Records -

    From the Colorado State Library, discusses Colorado Statute 24-90-119 - privacy of library user records.
  89. Privacy under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) -

    From the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing.
  90. SaferProducts.gov -

    From the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Submit and view reports on unsafe products.
  91. Senior Law -

    Provides older adults, advocates, caregivers, and family members with basic information about legal topics related to aging, including information on general resources, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, Long Term Care, Powers of Attorney, Medical Directives, etc. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  92. Senior Law Handbook -

    From the Colorado Bar Association. Covers everything from Social Security Benefits, family relationships, estate planning, guardianship of adults, and much more.
  93. Smoke Free Colorado -

    Answers to frequently asked questions about the "smoking ban" law.
  94. Starting A Business -

    Provides information on Colorado and federal resources, links, etc. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  95. Synopsis of Colorado Water Law -

    From the Colorado Division of Water Resources.
  96. Ten Tips for Tenants -

    From NOLO.
  97. Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) -

    Contains full text of the act from the EEOC.
  98. Topics in Internet Law -

    From the Internet Public Library - includes sources on Internet Law, Activist and Professional/Trade Organizations, Cyber-Focused Law Journals, Digital Intellectual Property, Free Expression, Governance, and more.
  99. Tribal Law Resources -

    From the Wise Law Library at CU Boulder.
  100. U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Colorado (Denver, Colorado) -

    Information for debtors without counsel, forms, fees, and opinions.
  101. U.S. Copyright Office -

    Copyright basics, laws and forms to obtain copyrights.
  102. U.S. Copyright Office - Forms -

    Direct link to all copyright forms and the instructions and costs involved in obtaining copyrights.
  103. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) -

    Index of topics, including tenant rights & responsibilities, information for landlords, housing discrimination, foreclosure advice, and much more.
  104. U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission -
  105. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office -

    Find out whether a patent or trademark already exists for your idea or product, and/or register your own patents and trademarks.
  106. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office - Forms -

    Direct link to the forms needed to file for a patent or trademark for your idea, product, or business.
  107. United States Patent and Trademark Office Kids’ Pages -

    Information for young inventors.
  108. USA Patriot Act and Intellectual Freedom -

    From ALA - explains confidentiality of library records.
  109. USA.gov Forms -

    Includes links to specific forms such as tax forms, FAFSA, and the W-2, as well as forms for citizens & the public such as citizenship & immigration, patent & trademark, and social security forms, and more.
  110. Victims' Rights -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver. Includes both state and federal victims rights rules and resources.
  111. Water Law Guide -

    From WashLaw. Includes international information, water rights law, and more.
  112. Wills in Colorado -

    From the Colorado Bar Association.
  113. Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning -

    From the Colorado Law Project.
  114. Youth and the Law -

    Colorado laws pertaining to minors, such as age of majority, emancipation, work, parents rights and responsibilities, cars and traffic, etc.
  115. YouTube EDU -

    Videos and channels from YouTube college and university partners, including Dartmouth, Stanford, USC, and MIT.