BRIDGEPORT — Between Tuesday and Wednesday, three patients wound up in Bridgeport Hospital’s emergency room after getting hit by cars while crossing the street. Over the past few months, Bridgeport Hospital has averaged about 10 accidents a month in which walkers or cyclists were struck by cars, said Dr. Shea Gregg, chairman of trauma at…
At least half of the aged-out youth rely on public assistance, one in five leaves the foster care system without a high school diploma and only 11 percent go on to earn an associate or bachelor’s degree. DCF Commissioner Joette Katz, who participated in a youth forum Thursday at the State Capitol, said the success…
Here is a summary from a recent case from Stamford Court regarding a Stamford pit bull attack. The plaintiff was walking her dog at a park. A pit bull jumped out of a car and jumped on the victim. She went to hospital with broken bones. Eventually, she needed hip surgery. The plaintiff was very…
Were you just served with a document called Connecticut Summons Family Actions? This is also known a divorce summons. Its the first page of the paperwork needed to start a case in Connecticut Family Court. It contains the following important information: Address of the court; Return Date; and Whether your spouse is self-represented or has…
In the article below, you can see my interview quotes on this topic published in the Connecticut Law Tribune. Source: Pets and Courts: Attorneys See Rise in Animal Advocacy, Pet Custody Disputes | Connecticut Law Tribune Please email me or call (203) 259-5251 if you would like more information on a divorce and other…
An Uncared for Special Needs Petition focuses on the child’s behaviors rather than the parent’s conduct. Therefore, it is more gentle DCF approach in the Juvenile Court than a filing a Neglect Petition against parents. But the ultimate outcome is often the same – Committment of the child to DCF rather than the state providing services…