Before stating an ex-police officer's sentence, a Connecticut judge said, "You should have known better." The former Windsor Locks officer now faces five years and four months in prison, a short sentence for his crime: He hit and killed a 15-year old bicyclist after deciding to drive drunk.
New Britain mayor seeks to impose truancy fine
Have you seen the proposal by the mayor of New Britain? He wants to fine students who skip class $75 per day.
How is alimony calculated in Connecticut?
Child support in Connecticut is determined by the Child Support Guidelines. The relevant numbers are plugged into a child support worksheet. Then, depending on the number of minor children, a child support number is derived. This number is presumed to be correct. As a result, child support can be determined rather easily in most cases. There are, however, limited circumstances in which the child support awarded can be adjusted, up or down, if specified "deviation criteria" are met.
Connecticut ATV Accidents
Connecticut has seen its fair share of ATV accidents in the last few months. Two Connecticut teens were seriously injured and another killed in two separate July accidents. None of the teens was wearing a helmet or protective padding at the time of the ATV crashes.
What is a Parenting Plan in Connecticut?
A Parenting Plan is a document that sets forth the parent's rights and responsibilities concerning their child.
Fake online reviews can lead to big defamation damages
A bitter, former partner posted three fake online reviews. Of course, all posts were negative. Jury awarded $150,000 in punitive damages.
Divorce insurance in Connecticut?
Have you heard about divorce insurance? Apparently, it is a form of casualty insurance - the insurance is designed to cover the financial loss resulting from a divorce.
Appealing a DCF case in Connecticut
This blog is about appealing a DCF Substantiation and/or a Central Registry decision. It does not pertain to appealing DCF orders, which were entered in the Juvenile Court.
Victim of chimp attack suing the State of Connecticut
Lawyers for Charla Nash have filed for permission to sue the State of Connecticut. They argue that that Department of Environmental Protection failed to exercise their authority to seize the chimp.
Car accident claims: Your car's resale value
You were in a serious accident and your car was damaged. It has been repaired, but it is no longer as valuable as it once was. Can you recover compensation for the difference between the resale value of your car before the accident and after it?
Dealing with an insurance adjuster in Connecticut
Here are a few thoughts about dealing with an insurance adjuster if you have a personal injury case:
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Reflecting on California's teen driving law
Last week was the fourth anniversary of the toughening of Connecticut's teen driving laws. And, looking at the statistics, it appears the stricter laws have worked to reduce fatal car accidents caused by teenage drivers.
What is sole custody in Connecticut?
I want sole custody! I want full custody! How many times have I heard this?
Determining paternity before birth
New blood tests are becoming available that can determine paternity as early as the eight week of pregnancy.
