Settlement Check Dispute Resolution

Summary

In Colorado, if a settlement check is improperly given to an ex-girlfriend instead of the intended recipient, you may have grounds to challenge the lawyers decision. Evidence of the husbands intent is crucial. You can file a complaint with the Colorado Bar Association and consult a local attorney for advice on recovering the funds. To prevent the ex-girlfriend from cashing the check, contact the issuing bank to request a stop payment and notify the lawyer to issue a new check. Consider seeking legal advice for further actions.

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It sounds like your husband’s lawyer may have acted improperly. In Colorado, you may have grounds to challenge the lawyer's decision.
- Evidence of your husband’s intent is important.
- You might need to file a complaint with the Colorado Bar Association.
- Consider contacting a local attorney for advice on recovering the funds.
Do you have any other details or questions about the process?
Yes is there any way we could cancel the check so she doesn't cash it and that I'm able to get another one
To stop the ex-girlfriend from cashing the check, you can:
- Contact the bank that issued the check and request a stop payment.
- Notify the lawyer handling the settlement to issue a new check.
- Consider consulting a local attorney to discuss further legal actions.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with these steps?