Lobby

Jury Awards Over $1 Million to Homeless Man Assaulted in Denver Apartment Lobby

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Denver, CO – In a significant legal decision, a Denver jury last week awarded over $1 million to Early Jackson, a homeless man who underwent a brutal assault at the hands of security personnel in a downtown luxury apartment complex. The incident, which occurred nearly three years ago, has stirred discussions about the treatment of the homeless and the responsibilities of security workers. On a chilly evening of January 28, 2022, Jackson sought refuge in the lobby of The Quincy Apartments at 1776 Curtis Street, asking the concierges if he could warm himself by the … Read more

Power Play: How Fossil Fuel Lobby and Ballot Measures Shape Colorado’s Legislative Battles

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Denver, CO — As Colorado legislators convened to shape state policies, a high-stakes public relations battle unfolded on television screens this spring. Funded by the American Petroleum Institute, a prominent national fossil fuel advocacy group, the ads aired painted a grim picture of legislative attempts to intensify regulations on oil and gas operations amid worsening air quality in the region. The contentious advertisement suggested dire consequences for the state’s economy and lifestyle, emphasizing, “Here in Colorado, our economy, good schools and state parks are all powered by oil and natural gas.” It cautioned against what … Read more