Recent Articles from Ali Longwell
How Locavore Delivery is supporting local farmers, one delivery at a time
While the Golden-based Locavore Delivery didn’t have the pivot its business model, coronavirus did emphasize a new avenue for the pasture-raised meat delivery company to help farmers feeling the impact of the pandemic.
CARES Act stimulus payments: What to know and what to watch for
To help those encountering economic hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), President Trump and the U.S. Congress passed a $2 trillion stimulus package, known as the CARES Act. While the distribution timing of the direct payments may vary from area to area, the stimulus package takes effect the week of April 13, 2020.
6 Questions with Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame Inductee Gale Norton
As the Colorado Attorney General she helped negotiate a $206 billion national tobacco settlement; won a court victory against the federal government to clean up the hazardous waste at Rocky Flats and the Rocky Mountain Arsenal. As US Interior Secretary she resolved a 70-year water dispute between Colorado and California; and much more.
The 2020 Hyundai Venue doesn’t have enough flair
The Venue, even in the upgraded trim, is a pretty Spartan offering. It’s a classic small, subcompact car with a SUV body.
A warning for companies lowering salaries
Before making decisions to reduce salaries of exempt employees, ensure you are in compliance by reviewing both federal and state laws along with exempt employee’s minimum wage thresholds.
Citywide Banks contributes $100,000 for COVID-19 community relief efforts in Colorado
The Denver-based bank will make significant contributions to the Denver Health Foundation COVID-19 Urgent Response Fund, the Food Bank of the Rockies and the Denver Economic Development & Opportunity’s Small Business Relief Fund.
Analyzing fear and hope in the stock market
As a nation, we will not forget the people who passed away from this terrible virus, but life will push forward. It will be a period our kids will tell their kids and grandchildren about. As fear takes over Americans, be patient, be strong and be hopeful for a great tomorrow – very soon.
How shared workspaces appeal to lawyers across generations
With more solo attorneys and small law firms taking advantage of nontraditional work environments, such as shared workspaces, it has become clear that people from different generations choose coworking for unique reasons and benefit from this work environment in distinct ways.
Breaking down the CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program includes 100% federally guaranteed loans to small businesses but has many local business owners scratching their heads about eligibility, what’s required, who can help them get financed and more.
State and Federal Agencies crack down on COVID-19 claims
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers of dietary supplements, CBD-derived products and health foods and beverages should carefully review their marketing and advertising claims to ensure legal compliance.
As the ski industry loses $2 billion, what is the future of mountain real estate?
Less than a month ago, Vail Resorts stock peaked, yet over the course of a few weeks Vail lost over $200 million and its stock dropped 42% while the overall ski industry lost almost $2 billion. What does this mean for ski towns where Vail operates? What are the long-term impacts on real estate?
6 Questions with Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame Inductee Velveta Golightly-Howell
Throughout her career, working at the local, state, regional and federal levels, Howell has become a role model for other African American women and girls. Currently, she serves as one of twelve appointees to the Robert Wood Johnson-funded Colorado Healthcare Reform Executive Steering Committee and Turning Point Initiative.



























