A developer reportedly defaults on a $37 million loan, a $9 million mechanic’s lien in RiNo, a $17 million Marshall Fire claim, and more.
The Docket: Real estate lawsuit roundup for 1.9.25
Justin Wingerter
Justin covers litigation, white-collar crime and other news. He is a graduate of Southern Illinois University and previously reported for The Denver Post, The Oklahoman and The Topeka Capital-Journal. Justin@BusinessDen.com
Hensel Phelps accused of defrauding Chinese investors in Baltimore hotel project
Company execs Mike Choutka and Eric Wilson traveled to Asia alongside a Baltimore developer with a criminal past, according to a lawsuit from 44 investors.
One Aurora complex empty, receiver says, but residents at second complain of gang
Cash-for-keys offers emptied out 200 Columbia Apartments, its caretaker says, but “rent collections remain challenging” at Whispering Pines.
Amid spat over billboards, Auraria says Denver has contradicted itself
The state entity points to what was said about a view plane affecting Ball Arena.
Judge: Castle Pines can’t stop Brinkerhoff restaurant from using hummingbirds
“There is little likelihood of confusion” between the eatery and the exclusive golf course, he determined.
Pocketing retainers costs animal law attorney her license for 3 years
“I feel terrible about what happened,” says Juliet Piccone, “and I have learned from it.”
Restaurateur hit with Lakewood foreclosure, rash of collection suits
Jared Leonard no longer owns the building where Campfire Lakewood operates, but says sales are stable across his four eateries.
Ur-ine trouble: Entrepreneur wrecked and wetted Highland rental, owner says
The co-founder of an online bidding marketplace, who is countersuing, says it is misinformation, defamation and extortion.
Judge lets lawsuit against former Granby Ranch ski CEO move ahead
Melissa Cipriani denies moving money around to avoid paying her aunt $19 million.
Judge blocks franchisor’s effort to close Bruegger’s Bagels near DU
The company says the cafe is run down. The franchisee wants an extended franchise agreement before renovating.
