Justin Wingerter

Justin covers litigation, white-collar crime and other news. He is a graduate of Southern Illinois University and previously reported for The Denver Post, The Oklahoman and The Topeka Capital-Journal. [email protected]

Gary Dragul in ‘a very seriously bad spot’ as trials near

Justin Wingerter February 13, 2023

Most of charges against Gary Drugal dropped because of statute of limitations

The indicted businessman lost his attorneys last week and a judge refused to reschedule one of his two spring trials.

Homeowners south of Parker sue in bid to stop planned apartment complex

Justin Wingerter February 10, 2023

Douglas County commissioners voted 2-1 to approve the plan after the county’s Planning Commission soundly rejected it.

Former Azar & Associates lawyer appeals jury’s verdict

Justin Wingerter February 9, 2023

Jurors sided with Frank Azar after a seven-day trial in December. Ivy Ngo wants a higher court to take a look.

Office-themed sex club is illegal, Centennial says

Justin Wingerter February 8, 2023

The Office Social Club is an illicit “sexual encounter center,” the city alleges. The club says that’s a misunderstanding.

‘This just feels wrong’: Brokerage sued, scrutinized over liens and 40-year contracts

Justin Wingerter February 7, 2023

The company pays homeowners an upfront commission of $300 to $5,000 and in exchange, the homeowners must hire MV to be their broker if they sell the house within 40 years.

Schnitzer West sues Westminster after downtown office project falls through

Justin Wingerter February 6, 2023

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The developer says it spent more than a million dollars planning but Westminster won’t sell it the land.

Law firm founder says thieving partners pushed him out

Justin Wingerter February 2, 2023

David Nagel started the Denver firm that is now Cantafio & Song. He’s suing it and his former partners.

The Docket: Real estate lawsuit roundup for 2.2.23

Justin Wingerter February 2, 2023

Elevation Community Land Trust sues over an online rent portal, a Boulder landlord says it’s owed $1.7M in back rent and a construction consulting firm sues over a non-compete agreement.