Words of Caution from Colorado: Double Check Your Deadlines!

Summary

Most litigation attorneys would (reasonably) expect that if your deadline falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, it gets extended to the next business day. But a recently published Colorado Court of Appeals case affirming the dismissal of a complaint as time-barred provides a cautionary tale that you shouldn't assume your deadline is extended just because it falls on the weekend or on a holiday. As always, check the relevant law in your jurisdiction, and more importantly, always file early to avoid an unexpected and possibly unforgiving result.