About Ron S. Doyle
Ron S. Doyle is a Colorado-based writer and editor whose work has appeared in 5280, Bicycling, Backpacker, Psychology Today, Westword, and many more. He is currently the producer of The Narrators, an award-winning storytelling show and podcast in Denver. He holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder and a master’s degree in communications from the University of Denver.
Articles written by Ron S. Doyle
What Makes a Childbirth Injury Malpractice?
What to do if a mother or child is victim to a birth injuryMore than 60,000 babies are born every year in Colorado. For many families, it’s a stressful but exciting adventure—a whirlwind of physical and emotional challenges that brings a joyous addition to their world. Along the way, however, the mother and child must rely on others to assist them through the birthing process—doctors, nurses, midwives, and other licensed professionals—who can make mistakes with long-term consequences. Because most new parents have limited experience with …
Can I Sue a Sexual Abuser If They Weren’t Criminally Convicted?
In 2021, Colorado lawmakers passed Senate Bills 73 and 88, landmark legislation that: Eliminated the statute of limitations (time limit) for nonexpired claims of sexual abuse; and Opened a three-year filing window for survivors of sexual abuse that happened in 1960 or later. Before these state laws took effect, victims of sexual abuse, with some exceptions, had only six years from their 18th birthday in which to file civil claims against their abusers. The New Timeframes for Taking Legal Action …
Can I Sue an Abuser If They Weren’t Convicted?
A look at the Colorado law allowing financial compensation for survivors of sexual abuseIn 2021, Colorado lawmakers passed Senate Bills 73 and 88, landmark legislation that eliminated the statute of limitations for nonexpired claims of sexual abuse—and opened a three-year filing window for survivors of abuse that happened in 1960 or later. Before these laws took effect, survivors of sexual abuse, with some exceptions, had only six years from their 18th birthday in which to file civil claims against their abusers. “The average person isn’t able to realize they’re abused …
What Matters in a Highly Contested Custody Battle?
The deciding factors when parents fight for the kidsEven in ideal circumstances, parenting is a constant juggling act. Who will take the kids to soccer practice on Tuesdays? Does that rash need medical attention? Are they mature enough to take driving lessons? But when parents split up and cannot agree on what’s best for their kids, or when a parent becomes a threat to a child’s wellbeing, a challenging situation can become a nightmare. Sometimes turning to the courts is the only option, so knowing how that system works—and what’s …
What Matters in a Colorado Contested Custody Battle?
Even in ideal circumstances, a parenting plan is a constant juggling act. Who will take the kids to soccer practice on Tuesdays? Does that rash need medical attention? Are they mature enough to take driving lessons? But when parents split up and cannot agree on what’s best for their kids, or when a parent becomes a threat to a child’s wellbeing, a challenging situation can become a nightmare. Sometimes turning to the courts is the only option to custody disputes, so knowing how that system …
Access Code
Creating a clear map to your digital assetsThink about your online footprint: bank accounts, credit cards, investment portfolios, life insurance policies, peer-to-peer payment service accounts, and, if inclined, cryptocurrency holdings. Then there are deeds, licenses and certificates. Don’t forget medical records and health-tracking services like Fitbit. Plus any online subscription service, such as Netflix, with a recurring payment. Not to mention the stuff with sentimental value. Your smartphone, laptop and social media accounts may …
How Do I Prove Medical Malpractice With a Child Birth Injury?
The birth of a child is a stressful but exciting adventure. Few scenarios are more frightening for new parents than something going wrong during the birth of their child. We trust doctors to use professional skill and good judgment during the birthing process. Unfortunately, doctors are human and can make mistakes. But when such mistakes deviate from the accepted medical standard of care, it is malpractice. To prove medical malpractice, you must establish that the doctor made a mistake that …
Patent, Trademark or Copyright?
The process and pitfalls of turning your big idea into a protected assetIt popped into your head one morning in the shower—the groundbreaking invention, the innovative restaurant concept, the perfect premise for a novel. You’ve found your million-dollar idea. So what happens next? To become intellectual property, an idea must solidify into an actual product, creative work or brand identity that is distinguishable from what already exists. Intellectual properties fall primarily into three general categories: patents, trademarks and copyrights. Which are …
Do I Need a Patent, Trademark, or Copyright?
It popped into your head one morning in the shower — the groundbreaking invention, the innovative restaurant concept, the perfect premise for a novel. You've found your million-dollar idea. So what happens next? To become intellectual property, an idea must solidify into an actual product, creative work, or brand identity that is distinguishable from what already exists. Intellectual properties fall primarily into three general categories: copyright, trademarks, and patents. Which is which? …
Master of the Midfield
Want a stadium built? Craig Umbaugh is your manAt the end of the 1980s, Denver was in distress. Its population had declined since 1970, with residents relocating to other cities or fleeing to the suburbs, while the city was facing one of its worst economic downturns. Attempting to transform the city and shock it out of its malaise, Mayor Federico Peña convinced the city council and metro-area taxpayers to approve enormous infrastructure projects like a downtown convention center and the Denver International Airport. After several years, …
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