Jackie Booker Prevails on Motion to Dismiss in Dram Shop Action
Jackie achieved a dismissal of all claims against an insured driver on a motion to dismiss. Asserting a dram shop liability claim, the Complaint alleged that the insured volunteered to act as a “designated driver” for a co-defendant. Plaintiffs claimed the insured’s failure to fulfill her duties as a designated driver was the proximate cause […]
Jackie Booker Precluded Expert Opinions and Entry on Land
In a premises liability case against a retailer, Jackie Booker successfully precluded expert opinions and the plaintiff’s request for entry upon land with motions practice. Plaintiff’s treating orthopedic surgeon was precluded from providing causation opinions, pursuant to C.R.C.P. 37. The Court agreed with the retailer that the late disclosure of the treating physician’s opinions was […]
Sutton Booker Joins The Gavel
Sutton Booker is excited to announce its membership with The Gavel, a claims defense network of attorneys vetted by industry professionals for industry professionals. The primary mission is to provide a streamlined, single access point to some of the most qualified professionals in the defense industry.
Katie Johnson Obtains Summary Judgment for Retailer in Premises Liability Action
Katie Johnson obtained summary judgment in a premises liability case, resulting in a dismissal of the action with prejudice. The Court held the retailer was entitled to summary judgment because the plaintiff could not establish that any of her claimed injuries were wholly or partially caused by the alleged slip and fall incident. The Court […]
Sutton Booker Attends 2017 NAMWOLF Annual Meeting
Ashley Larson and Sandy Eloranto attended the Annual Meeting for the National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (“NAMWOLF”) in New York City. The Annual Meeting provided a great opportunity to visit with some of Sutton Booker’s clients and network with other NAMWOLF firms. NAMWOLF’s mission is to “promote diversity in the legal […]
Debra Sutton Presents at CDLA Annual Conference
Debra Sutton presented at the Colorado Defense Lawyers Association’s Annual Conference in Santa Fe. She discussed the efficacy of the continued use of jury trials in civil litigation.