Joseph Maya | Westport Family Lawyer

• Connecticut Bar Association | Member | Present
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• Maya Murphy, P.C. | Same-Sex Adoption: Know Your Rights | 2015
  Maya Murphy, P.C. | Business Litigation | 2013
  Maya Murphy, P.C. | Estate Planning and Probate | 2013
  Maya Murphy, P.C. | Education Law | 2013

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Trump plans to fire feds faster  (2017-02-15 14:55:30)
Blog post on the topic of President Trump's plans for federal employees.

Can businesses refuse to serve or employ Trump supporters?  (2017-02-15 14:58:37)
Blog post on the legality of a business to serve someone on the basis of their political beliefs.

Connecticut Senate passes bill limiting doctor non-compete agreements  (2017-02-15 15:01:28)
Blog post on recent passage of proposal by CT state Senate limiting non-compete clauses in physicians' contracts.

New Connecticut Statute Restricts Physician Non-Compete Agreements  (2017-02-15 15:04:48)
Blog post on new CT statute that establishes significant new restrictions on physician non-compete agreements in the state.

The fired employee’s non-compete agreement  (2017-02-15 15:18:13)
Blog post on the topic of non-compete agreements and employees who have been fired.

Non-Compete Agreements in Connecticut- Part 1  (2017-02-15 15:26:03)
Publication on the subject of non-compete agreements in the State of Connecticut. Part 1 encompasses non-competes as creatures of contract and termination of employment.

Non-Compete Agreements in Connecticut- Part 2  (2017-02-15 16:14:18)
Publication on the subject of non-compete agreements in the State of Connecticut. Part 2 encompasses the enforcement of non-competes, the test for reasonableness and enforceability, and the types of breach.

Non-Compete Agreements in Connecticut- Part 3  (2017-02-15 16:22:15)
Publication on the subject of non-compete agreements in the State of Connecticut. Part 3 encompasses forms of relief, modification and "blue lining," and the conclusion.

Planning Your Estate in Connecticut- Part 1  (2017-02-15 16:55:38)
This publication is a detailed breakdown of the laws regarding estate planning in the State of Connecticut. Part 1 introduces the topic, lays out some terminology to know, and covers the major topics of Intestacy and Wills.

Planning Your Estate in Connecticut- Part 2  (2017-02-17 13:58:35)
This publication is a detailed breakdown of the laws regarding estate planning in the State of Connecticut. Part 2 covers the Probate process, gifts, and estate and gift taxes.

Planning Your Estate in Connecticut- Part 3  (2017-02-17 14:48:35)
This publication is a detailed breakdown of the laws regarding estate planning in the State of Connecticut. Part 3 gives an in-depth look at the different types of Trusts available in planning your estate.

Fairfield County Divorce Guidebook- Part 1  (2017-02-17 15:26:14)
This publication is an in-depth guide on the process of divorce in the State of Connecticut. Part 1 covers the basics of divorce, how to go about choosing a lawyer, and some alternatives to consider before filing for divorce.

Fairfield County Divorce Guidebook- Part 2  (2017-02-17 16:09:04)
This publication is an in-depth guide on the process of divorce in the State of Connecticut. Part 2 covers marital property, equitable distribution of marital property, and alimony.

Fairfield County Divorce Guidebook- Part 3  (2017-02-17 16:43:57)
This publication is an in-depth guide on the process of divorce in the State of Connecticut. Part 3 covers child custody and child support.

Fairfield County Divorce Guidebook- Part 4  (2017-02-17 16:45:56)
This publication is an in-depth guide on the process of divorce in the State of Connecticut. Part 4 covers post judgment motions, prenuptial agreements, and postnuptial agreements.

A Parent's Guide to Connecticut School Law- Part 1  (2017-02-20 15:18:46)
This publication is an in-depth look at the laws surrounding Education in the state of Connecticut, as well as the obligations of parents and the rights of students. Part 1 covers The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and topics in Special Education.

A Parent's Guide to Connecticut School Law- Part 2  (2017-02-20 15:50:31)
This publication is an in-depth look at the laws surrounding Education in the state of Connecticut, as well as the obligations of parents and the rights of students. Part 2 covers more topics in Special Education.

A Parent's Guide to Connecticut School Law- Part 3  (2017-02-20 16:52:28)
This publication is an in-depth look at the laws surrounding Education in the state of Connecticut, as well as the obligations of parents and the rights of students. Part 3 covers the topics of discipline and your child's rights related to searches and seizures in school.

A Parent's Guide to Connecticut School Law- Part 4  (2017-02-22 13:52:55)
This publication is an in-depth look at the laws surrounding Education in the state of Connecticut, as well as the obligations of parents and the rights of students. Part 4 covers student education records as well as attendance requirements and residency status.

A Parent's Guide to Connecticut School Law- Part 5  (2017-02-22 15:16:23)
This publication is an in-depth look at the laws surrounding Education in the state of Connecticut, as well as the obligations of parents and the rights of students. Part 5 covers Discipline for Off-Campus Speech in the Digital Era.

A Parent's Guide to Connecticut School Law- Part 6  (2017-02-22 15:22:46)
This publication is an in-depth look at the laws surrounding Education in the state of Connecticut, as well as the obligations of parents and the rights of students. Part 6 covers the laws regarding Bullying.

Factors affecting the enforceability of non-compete agreements  (2017-02-24 15:07:08)
This blog post covers the topic of non-compete agreements and their enforceability.

How to Beat a New York Non Compete Agreement  (2017-02-24 15:11:30)
This blog post outlines some ways to try and defeat the enforcement of a non-compete agreement in the State of New York.

Enforceability of Non-Compete Work Agreements  (2017-02-24 15:19:55)
This blog post covers the topic of employee non-compete agreements and their enforceability.

Non-Compete Agreements: Are They Enforceable?  (2017-02-24 15:23:08)
This blog post is on the topic of non-compete agreements and whether or not courts will hold them to be enforceable.

4 Reasons Why Your Non-Compete Agreement Probably Isn’t Valid  (2017-02-24 15:25:13)
This blog post details four key components of employee non-compete agreements that are often missing or inadequate and undermine their enforceability.

Don't Sign That Non-Compete Without Reading This  (2017-02-24 15:27:44)
This blog post is on the topic of employee non-compete agreements

Exclusive: Amazon makes even temporary warehouse workers sign 18-month non-competes  (2017-02-24 15:30:45)
This is a blog post on the topic of non-compete agreements

Joe Biden Reveals the Quiet Way Employers Are Controlling Low-Income Workers  (2017-02-24 15:41:04)
This blog post covers the topic of employee non-compete agreements in relation to their use with low income workers and the federal government's efforts to curb them.

Rival Sports Agencies' Noncompete Row Sent To Fed. Court  (2017-02-24 15:44:42)
This blog post is on the topic of employee non-compete agreements and their more frequent use.

Employer’s Waiver Of Non-Compete Period In Order To Avoid $1 Million Payment Held Ineffective  (2017-02-24 15:51:19)
This blog post details a case where a company was forced to honor its non-compete agreement with a former employee and pay that person $1 million.

Divorce Mediation Lawyers and Divorce Mediation  (2017-02-27 15:34:27)
Blog post on the topic of Divorce Mediation.

Get Legal Help with Divorce  (2017-02-27 15:38:34)
Blog post on some of the common issues that come up in divorces.

Why Pre-nups Are Not Only For The Rich and Famous  (2017-02-27 15:43:41)
Blog post on the importance of pre-nuptial agreements.

What You Can Learn About Divorce & Taxes From Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie  (2017-02-27 15:52:38)
Blog post on the topic of divorce and tax law.

Divorce, Taxes, and Your Estate Plan  (2017-02-27 15:55:13)
Blog post on the interlinking topics of divorce, tax, and estates.

Checklist: Issues To Discuss With Your Divorce Attorney  (2017-02-27 16:05:08)
Blog post outlining a checklist to have when discussing divorce with a lawyer.

Credit and Divorce  (2017-02-27 16:19:16)
Blog post on the topic of what happens to your credit and credit accounts in the event you go through a divorce.

Inheritance and Divorce  (2017-02-27 16:25:22)
Blog post on the topic of what happens to inheritances during divorce.

Community Property Overview  (2017-02-27 16:34:59)
Blog post detailing the subject of "community property" in divorces.

Military Divorce  (2017-02-27 16:38:11)
Blog post on the topic of divorces when one or both parties are members of the military.

Annulments  (2017-02-27 16:45:01)
Blog post on the topic of getting an Annulment

What is Divorce Good For?  (2017-02-27 16:57:23)
Blog post on the topic of divorce and what it can and cannot do.

Alimony Guidelines: What Records to Keep Regarding Your Alimony  (2017-03-13 15:20:52)
A short guide on what documents and receipts that those paying or receiving alimony should keep on hand.

Avoid Alimony Monthly Payment Programs  (2017-03-13 15:32:04)
Blog post listing reasons why lump sum payments of alimony are generally better for both sides in a divorce.

Exchange of Documents and Information - "Discovery"  (2017-03-13 15:45:29)
Blog post explaining the process of Discovery in the context of divorce cases.

Spousal Support (Alimony) Basics  (2017-03-13 15:52:41)
Blog post on the topic of spousal support which is also known as alimony.

Changing Your Name After Divorce  (2017-03-13 15:57:50)
Short blog post on the process of changing your name during or after a divorce.

Legal Separation vs. Divorce  (2017-03-13 16:02:58)
Blog post on the differences between divorce and legal separation

Where does the law stand on mandatory flu vaccines?  (2017-03-13 16:09:31)
Blog post on the topic of whether employees can be fired for refusing to get a flu vaccine.

Facts about Religious Discrimination  (2017-03-13 16:15:56)
Blog post on the topic of religious discrimination by employers.

The Employer's Duty to Accommodate  (2017-03-13 16:19:36)
Blog post outlining the duties of employers to accommodate employees with disabilities.

Disability Discrimination and the Law  (2017-03-13 16:25:49)
Blog post on the topic of the laws against disability discrimination

Facts about Pregnancy Discrimination  (2017-03-13 16:30:09)
Blog post on the topic of employment discrimination against pregnant women.

Fighting Sexual Orientation Discrimination on the Job  (2017-03-13 16:32:25)
Blog post on the topic of how to fight against discrimination of sexual orientation on the job

National Origin Discrimination and English-Language Only Rules  (2017-03-13 16:40:06)
Blog post on the topic of employment discrimination based on national origin or ability to speak English

Sex/Gender Discrimination: Overview  (2017-03-15 13:31:43)
Blog post on the topic of sex/gender discrimination in the workplace.

Age Discrimination Law  (2017-03-15 13:41:03)
Blog post on the topic of age discrimination in the workplace and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act

Equal Employment Opportunity: Age Discrimination  (2017-03-15 13:49:02)
Blog post on the topic of age discrimination in the workplace.

Sexual Harassment: Actions You Can Take  (2017-03-15 13:54:10)
Blog post on the topic of sexual harassment in the workplace and what can be done about it.

The Employer's Duty to Accommodate  (2017-03-17 12:18:27)
Blog post on the topic of accommodations that must be made by employers for employees with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Telecommuting Guidelines for Reasonable Workplace Accommodations  (2017-03-17 12:21:36)
Blog post on the requirement under the Americans with Disabilities Act to allow employees with qualifying disabilities to telecommute.

Religion in the Workplace  (2017-03-17 12:31:19)
Blog post on the first amendment protections of religion in the workplace

Sexual Harassment at Work  (2017-03-17 12:36:09)
Blog post on sexual harassment at work- what qualifies and what should you do if you experience or see sexual harassment on the job.

Racial Discrimination in the Workplace  (2017-03-17 12:42:39)
Blog post on racial discrimination in the workplace discussing what it is as well as federal and state laws that protect against it.

Connecticut's Critical Deadline: Judge Says State Must Fix Public Education in Six Months  (2017-03-17 12:48:18)
Blog article on a recent decision by a judge in Hartford that will have ramifications on the state budget for public schools.

Special Education and Disability Access: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act  (2017-03-17 12:51:07)
Blog post on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and how it works in schools.

An Overview of Special Education Law  (2017-03-20 13:25:48)
Short introduction to some of the main law guiding special education in public schools- the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

CCJEF Ruling Concerns Connecticut Suburbs  (2017-03-20 13:35:52)
Blog post on the possible ramifications of a recent ruling by a Superior Court judge regarding the allocation of the state's education budget.

CCJEF: Critique of Public Schools Extends Beyond State Lines  (2017-03-20 13:45:10)
Explanation of a recent Superior Court decision regarding the state's education budget allocation for low-income schools.

Connecticut Education Funding  (2017-03-20 13:48:45)
Blog post on the system of funding for public education in Connecticut.

How to Prepare for Individualized Education Program Meetings  (2017-03-20 13:53:01)
Blog post on the topic of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and how to prepare to discuss them with your child's school.

The CT School Finance Project Claims CT School Funding is "Unfair"  (2017-03-20 13:55:11)
Blog post on the topic of public school funding in the state of Connecticut.

The Key Objectives of the Connecticut Coalition for Justice in Education  (2017-03-20 13:57:51)
Short article describing the main objectives being pursued by the Connecticut Coalition for Justice in Education.

CCJEF v. Rell: Do Connecticut Students Have a Right to Education  (2017-03-20 13:59:47)
Article on the important education funding case of CCJEF v Rell.

Religion in Schools: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-20 14:02:26)
Short blog post on the rights of students in schools regarding their religion.

The Top Ten Questions & Answers on Student Rights  (2017-03-20 14:05:13)
FAQ on student's rights in school.

Connecticut & The Constitutional Right to Education  (2017-03-20 14:07:49)
Blog post on the constitutional right to an education in Connecticut.

Contractual Rights for Teachers: An Overview  (2017-03-20 14:11:40)
Blog post on the topic of teachers' contracts

UCONN School Ranking Dips Amid State Budget Cuts  (2017-03-20 14:14:51)
Blog post on the future of UCONN considering possible upcoming budget cuts.

Constitutional Rights to Equality in Education: An ACLU Overview  (2017-03-20 14:16:57)
Blog post of the ACLU's guide to the constitutional right to an education for American residents.

Connecticut Ruling Indicts State Legislators for "Irrational Funding"  (2017-03-20 14:19:04)
Blog post on the controversy in Connecticut over public school funding.

Connecticut Education Ruling Calls for "Revamp" of State Funding Formula  (2017-03-20 14:21:26)
Blog post on the recent and monumental decision in the CCJEF v. Rell case changing Connecticut's laws on public school funding.

Connecticut Public Schools Takes Hard Stand Against Absenteeism  (2017-03-20 14:24:45)
Blog post on recent efforts to reduce absenteeism in Connecticut's public schools

Autistic Teen Begins College Career with $200k Presidential Scholarship  (2017-03-20 14:27:46)
Article on autistic student who is able to attend college with a $200,000 scholarship.

The University of Connecticut: Rights and Responsibilities in Special Education  (2017-03-20 14:29:16)
Blog post on the rights of students with disabilities at UCONN.

UCONN's Beyond Access Program: An Innovative Approach to Special Education  (2017-03-20 14:31:47)
Blog post on the "Beyond Access" program at UCONN for special education students.

UConn and Section 504: The CPED History Action and Accommodation  (2017-03-20 14:34:51)
Blog post on the use of 504 plans by UCONN.

Disability Disclosure in Higher Education: What to Know  (2017-03-20 14:38:48)
Blog post on the topic of the duties of colleges and universities regarding students with disabilities.

Section 504: Preventing Disability Discrimination in Public Schools  (2017-03-20 14:41:12)
Blog post on the topic of 504 plans in education- what are they and how do they work in Connecticut?

Common Legal Issues in Education: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-20 14:44:18)
Blog post on some common legal issues in education and what you should know.

Every Child Achieves Act of 2015: An Overview  (2017-03-20 14:47:00)
Overview of the Every Child Achieves Act of 2015 and its effects on public education.

Local Charter Schools: A Solution to Regional School Woes?  (2017-03-20 14:50:11)
Blog post on the topic of charter schools in the education world and why they have been on the rise in the past few years.

Failing Schools Drive Inner-city Parents to Connecticut Court  (2017-03-20 14:53:38)
Blog post on the topic of low-income students in Connecticut and their inability to transfer to better performing schools.

Connecticut's Charter School Program: Questions and Answers  (2017-03-20 14:55:49)
Blog post on the topic of charter schools in Connecticut.

The Regional Open Choice Program: Connecticut's Lottery for Education  (2017-03-20 14:57:18)
Blog post explaining Connecticut's lottery system for charter schools.

CT Lawsuit Questions Constitutional Right to Education  (2017-03-20 14:59:33)
Article on the recent lawsuit questioning whether there is a responsibility on the part of the federal government to provide an education for all American residents.

What are 504 Accommodations in Schools?  (2017-03-20 15:45:43)
Blog post explaining Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which bans discrimination on the basis of disabilities. We also discuss what "reasonable accommodations" means under Section 504.

CT Special Education: What is Adapted Physical Education?  (2017-03-20 15:48:30)
Blog post on adapted physical education (APE) requirements in Connecticut schools.

Connecticut "Municipal Panel" Seeks Review of Special Education Costs  (2017-03-20 16:39:12)
Article describing how the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities is creating a panel to help reduce costs for towns and improve quality of special education.

Connecticut Special Education: Understanding the Reevaluation Process  (2017-03-20 16:44:05)
Blog post describing the process of your special education child being reevaluated every three years.

Fairfield Special Education: The Scope of an IEP Evaluation  (2017-03-20 16:50:01)
Blog post on what Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are, how they work, and what they cover.

Connecticut Special Education: Conducting an Independent Evaluation  (2017-03-20 16:58:52)
Blog post on the process of having an independent evaluation for your special education child.

Avon Schools Introduce New Special Education Supervisor  (2017-03-22 13:23:14)
Article about the appointment of a new supervisor for special education for the Avon school district.

Connecticut Special Education: Understanding Informed and Written Consent  (2017-03-22 13:26:44)
Blog post on what "informed and written consent" means regarding special education matters in Connecticut.

Fairfield Schools Welcome 65 New Teacher as School Begins  (2017-03-22 13:29:25)
Article about Fairfield hiring new teachers for the 2016-2017 school year.

Connecticut Special Education: What is a Planning and Placement Team?  (2017-03-22 13:31:55)
Blog post explaining what a Planning and Placement Team (PPT) is and its main functions.

Hartford and Bridgeport School Districts Violate Special Education Requirements  (2017-03-22 13:38:15)
Article on the finding of the Connecticut State Department of Education that Hartford and Bridgeport school districts are not providing students with disabilities an adequate education required by law.

Connecticut Guidelines For The Special Education Referral  (2017-03-22 13:44:53)
Blog post on Connecticut's guidelines for special education referrals.

The Effect of Divorce and Separation on Your Estate Plan  (2017-03-22 13:49:58)
Blog post on the effects of divorce on estate plans.

Common Divorce Pitfalls: Mistakes to Watch Out for in Divorce Litigation  (2017-03-22 13:53:20)
Blog post on some of the most common mistakes people make in divorce cases.

Divorce and Credit Debt Division: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-22 13:56:18)
Blog post on what the effects of divorce are on your credit and bank accounts.

Dividing Assets and Liabilities in a Connecticut Divorce  (2017-03-22 13:58:47)
Blog post on how assets and liabilities are divided in a divorce case in Connecticut.

Modern Changes in Alimony Law: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-22 14:03:05)
Blog post on some of the changes to how Alimony works.

The Basic Principles of Connecticut Child Support  (2017-03-22 14:06:08)
Blog post on the topic of child support in Connecticut.

How to File and Serve a Divorce Petition in Connecticut  (2017-03-22 14:10:23)
Blog post on how to to file and serve divorce papers in the state of Connecticut.

A Timeline of Divorce and Legal Procedure  (2017-03-22 14:14:15)
Blog post with a sample timeline of a divorce case explaining the process.

Divorce & Legal Documentation: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-22 14:17:18)
Blog post on the steps involved when you have been served with divorce papers.

Connecticut Appellate Court Unconvinced by Former Wife's Health Issues  (2017-03-22 14:20:40)
Article about a divorce proceeding where a former wife was denied an appeal.

Individual Transition Plan: Connecticut Special Education and the Move to Adult Life  (2017-03-22 14:23:15)
Blog post on the topic of transitioning special education students to adult life.

Connecticut Special Education Student Awarded $93,827 in Fees  (2017-03-22 14:29:03)
Article on a special education student receiving an award in a case brought under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Connecticut School District Liable to Private School Student After Denial of IEP  (2017-03-22 14:34:52)
Article on a student winning a lawsuit against former school district for the district's failure to reevaluate the student's IEP.

Hartford Schools Fall Short in Special Education Testing  (2017-03-22 14:37:57)
Article on Hartford public schools falling short of state standards in special education testing.

New Connecticut Law Covers Excess Costs for Newtown Schools  (2017-03-22 14:43:24)
Blog post on a new law passed in Connecticut funding some expenses for the Newtown school district.

Connecticut Laws On Medical Malpractice  (2017-03-22 14:46:14)
Overview of Connecticut's laws on medical malpractice.

Individualized Education: How to Get Your Child the Education They Need  (2017-03-22 15:10:43)
Blog post on the importance of individualized programs for special education students.

Suicidal Student Denied Appropriate Education, Says Mother  (2017-03-22 15:17:17)
Short article on a case where a mother claimed her suicidal teen child was entitled to special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

A Look at the Court's Role for IDEA and Mental Health Needs  (2017-03-22 15:19:35)
Blog post on the topic of the state court's role in special education.

OCR Complaints and Due Process: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-22 15:24:29)
Blog post on the process of bringing a claim under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

The U.S. Dept. of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR): An Overview  (2017-03-22 15:26:00)
Blog post giving an overview of the Office of Civil RIghts at the Department of Education.

Connecticut School District Responsible for Detainee's Special Education  (2017-03-22 15:27:54)
Blog post on the rights of detained children to receive an education.

Darien Schools Amend Special Education Violations With New Development Program  (2017-03-22 15:29:57)
Article on the Darien school district's new measures to improve special education in their schools.

Connecticut State Attorney Confirms Residential Coverage for Special Ed Students  (2017-03-22 15:37:17)
Blog post on the recent opinion of the state attorney general that school boards must pay for residential costs of special education students.

Panel Confirms 32 Special Education Law Violations by Darien Schools  (2017-03-22 15:41:36)
Blog post on recent violations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act by the Darien school district.

7 Steps to Keep Your Wandering Student Safe  (2017-03-22 15:43:31)
FAQ with some tips on how to keep track of a wandering special education student.

Timely Access to Special Education Resources: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-22 15:46:03)
Blog post on what parents need to know about special education resources.

New CT Law to Address Communication Needs for Hearing Impaired Students  (2017-03-22 15:49:10)
Blog post on new law seeking to improve special education for hearing impaired students.

New Connecticut Law Improves Data Privacy for Special Education Students  (2017-03-22 15:53:35)
Article on new Connecticut law seeking to improve the data privacy of special education students.

Life Mapping: A Look At Specialized Education for Autistic Students  (2017-03-22 16:15:41)
Blog post on mapping out life for your autistic student.

Connecticut Attorney General Disclaims Special Education Funding  (2017-03-22 16:18:22)
Blog post on the state's argument in the CCJEF case.

Stamford School Sued for Disabled Child's "Homebased Expenses"  (2017-03-22 16:20:19)
Blog post on a case from Stamford on the proper provisions for a student with Autism.

Connecticut Family Awarded $100k for Abuse of Special Education Student  (2017-03-22 16:24:26)
Blog post on a case where damages were awarded after a special education aide sexually abused a special education student.

Federal Government Reduces Funding For Special Education State Grants  (2017-03-22 16:26:44)
Blog post on the federal reduction of funds for state special education grants.

RTI: The Connecticut Dept. of Education's Research Based Intervention  (2017-03-22 16:28:56)
Blog post on Connecticut Department of Education's efforts regarding Research Based Intervention in special education.

The DSM-V on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder  (2017-03-22 16:34:35)
Blog post explaining the modern view of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The Connecticut ADHD Task Force: An Overview  (2017-03-22 16:41:10)
Blog post on the topic of ADHD and how the state of Connecticut seeks to address it in schools.

Dyslexia: An Overview by the Connecticut State Department of Education  (2017-03-22 16:46:27)
Blog post on describing and identifying dyslexia in students.

A Guide to Connecticut's Determination of Autistic Student Needs  (2017-03-22 16:52:27)
Blog post on the topic of how Connecticut determines the needs of an autistic student in public school.

Teacher of Autistic Students Claimed Termination Was Based on IDEA Violation  (2017-03-22 16:56:13)
Blog post on a case brought under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Lawsuit Claims Connecticut Special Ed Inconsistent With Federal Law  (2017-03-24 13:38:01)
Blog post about a claim by a Connecticut parent that her child with special education needs is entitled to public education until the age of 22 as required by the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Malloy Brings Additional 500 Layoffs to Connecticut Dept. of Developmental Services  (2017-03-24 13:43:06)
Article on the state laying off almost 500 employees of the Department of Developmental Services which will affect special education matters.

Special Education and Connecticut's Transition Bill of Rights  (2017-03-24 13:44:56)
Blog post on the rights of students that have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Connecticut Man Pleads Guilty in Car Insurance Fraud Conspiracy  (2017-03-24 13:48:58)
Article on man who pleaded guilty to car insurance fraud after it was discovered he staged car crashes.

Insurance Fraud and Connecticut State Law: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-24 13:50:30)
Blog post on the laws regarding insurance fraud.

Kennedy Jr. Makes New Accusations in Greenwich Moxley Murder  (2017-03-24 13:54:33)
Blog post on new book by Robert Kennedy Jr regarding the murder of Martha Moxley in Greenwich in 1975.

Cheshire Home-Invasion Killer Re-sentenced to Life in Prison  (2017-03-24 13:56:58)
Article on the re-sentencing of the Cheshire home invasion killer.

Connecticut Supreme Court Limits In-Court Witness Identification of Suspects  (2017-03-24 14:00:07)
Blog post on Connecticut Supreme Court limiting ability of witnesses to identify suspects in court.

Second Circuit Lacks Jurisdiction to Erase Criminal Records  (2017-03-24 14:04:34)
Article on Second Circuit's lack of ability to erase a person's criminal record after they have completed rehabilitation.

Appeal v. Writ Petition: Understanding Your Post-Conviction Options  (2017-03-24 14:10:50)
Blog post on the difference between an appeal and a writ as well as options for someone who has been convicted of a crime.

Man Appeals Assault Conviction on Basis of 'Impossible' DNA Evidence  (2017-03-24 14:29:35)
Blog post on case in Connecticut where a man has appealed his conviction because of a lack of DNA evidence.

State Appeals Connecticut Court Decision to Set Aside Felony Conviction  (2017-03-24 14:37:09)
Blog post on the outcome of an appeal in Connecticut.

How to Appeal a Criminal Conviction in Connecticut Court  (2017-03-24 14:39:43)
Blog post on the steps to take in Connecticut to appeal a criminal conviction.

Drunk Driver Cries Prosecutorial Misconduct in Wake of 2 Year Prison Sentence  (2017-03-24 14:43:53)
Blog post on the topic of a possible case of a prosecutor committing misconduct in a drunk driver's case.

Drunk Driver Relies on 2 Hour Test Window in DUI Appeal  (2017-03-24 14:45:29)
Blog post on the appeal of a DUI appeal.

Connecticut DMV and "Adminstrative Per Se" DUI Penalties  (2017-03-24 14:52:58)
Blog post on laws in Connecticut on OUI (operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol).

BAC Tests and The Admissibility of Evidence in Connecticut DUI Cases  (2017-03-24 14:54:09)
Blog post on admissibility of BAC tests in DUI cases in COnnecticut.

State Trooper's Typo Errors Result in Dropped DUI Conviction  (2017-03-24 14:56:14)
Blog post on a DUI conviction being dropped because the arresting officer made numerous errors on the A-44 form filed at the time of arrest.

DUI Conviction of Belligerant Driver Fails Due Lack of "Concrete" Evidence  (2017-03-24 14:57:44)
Blog post on a DUI conviction that failed due to a lack of evidence.

Court Allows Use of Hospital Blood Test to Prove Drunk Driver's Blood Alcohol Level  (2017-03-24 14:59:29)
Blog post on a case where the court allowed a blood test taken at a hospital into court as evidence that the driver was drunk.

Connecticut's Consequences for Young DUI Offenders  (2017-03-24 15:03:11)
Blog post on the consequences of a DUI for underage drivers in Connecticut.

Connecticut Prosecutor and MADD Create DUI Program for Minors  (2017-03-24 15:13:37)
Article on a Connecticut prosecutor working with MADD to create a program to deter minors from drinking and driving.

The Connecticut Pretrial Alcohol Education Program: An Overview  (2017-03-24 15:16:37)
Blog post on the Connecticut Pretrial Alcohol Education Program that you may take if you have been arrested and charged with DUI.

DUI, "Moral Turpitude" Crimes, May Result In Deportation for Noncitizen Clients  (2017-03-24 15:22:50)
Blog post on the immigration consequences of crimes like DUI for non-citizens .

New Connecticut Law Bans Physician Non-Compete Restrictions  (2017-03-24 15:27:38)
Blog post on a new law in Connecticut that prevents employment contracts from restricting a medical doctor's right to practice immediately after his or her employment has ended with that employer.

Court Holds Connecticut Nursing Home Liable in Wrongful Death Claim  (2017-03-24 15:47:31)
Blog post about a case against a nursing home for wrongful death and medical malpractice.

Applying Medical Malpractice to Internet Healthcare: What to Know  (2017-03-24 15:50:02)
Blog post on the topic of medical malpractice in the age of the internet.

Rising Medical Costs Push for Malpractice Reform  (2017-03-24 15:54:17)
Blog post on the topic of reforming medical malpractice to help lower health care costs.

Connecticut Dentist To Pay $717,046 in Medicare Fraud Penalties  (2017-03-24 15:57:32)
Blog post on a Connecticut dentist found liable for over $700,000 for defrauding the state Medicaid program.

Fed Expresses Interest In Connecticut Governor's Campaign Funding  (2017-03-24 16:05:15)
Blog post on possible investigation in Governor Malloy's campaign financing.

Employment Class Action Waivers Forecast Big Legal Issues Ahead  (2017-03-24 16:08:18)
Blog post on the topic of mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts.

Federal Courts Expand Discrimination Policy For Pregnant Workers  (2017-03-24 16:14:03)
Blog post on federal courts increasing protections for pregnant women against employment discrimination.

Connecticut Supreme Court Expands "Disability" Under CFEPA  (2017-03-24 16:18:35)
Blog post on the expanded definition of what constitutes a disability under the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act.

Agency Disputes Arbitration Decision in Favor of Disabled Employee  (2017-03-24 16:22:36)
Blog post on a case of a worker who was discriminated against because of a physical disability.

Employee Claims Harassment Complaints Ended in Termination  (2017-03-24 16:37:09)
Blog post on wrongful termination case involving harassment and discrimination.

Connecticut State Employee Sues For Racial Discrimination  (2017-03-24 16:39:12)
Blog post on a state employee suing on the basis of racial discrimination.

Former Professor Sues Connecticut State University for Denied Tenure  (2017-03-24 16:42:43)
Blog post on a case involving a claim of age discrimination against a former professor at a Connecticut state university.

Age Discrimination & Employment Waiver: What You Need to Know  (2017-03-24 16:44:11)
Blog post on the topic of age discrimination in employment.

Employee Terminated at 58 Sues Foundation For Age Discrimination  (2017-03-24 16:47:42)
Blog post on a case of age discrimination.

SEC and NELI Increase Reach for Whistleblower Laws  (2017-03-24 16:49:51)
Blog post on increased reach for whistle-blower laws.

Social Worker Sues Nonprofit for Emotional Distress  (2017-03-24 16:55:09)
Blog post on a case of a social worker suing his former employer.

Workplace Rights v. Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress  (2017-03-24 16:57:12)
Blog post on the topic of Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress in the workplace.

Employers Sued For Emotional Distress After "Mishandling" Harassment Claim  (2017-03-27 13:10:35)
Blog post about a case where a worker was terminated after reporting incidents of harassment.

Employee Appeals Agency Decision in Discrimination Plan  (2017-03-27 13:16:30)
Blog post on the appeal of a decision against the plaintiff in a case where the plaintiff sued their employer for discrimination and sexual harassment.

Security Company Escapes Liability for Grossly Negligent Employee  (2017-03-27 13:28:15)
Blog post on a case where an employee sued her employer for the grossly negligent acts of another employee.

The History of The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission  (2017-03-27 13:31:55)
Blog post on the history of the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

Court Implicates Abusive Work Supervisor in BIC Sex Harassment Claim  (2017-03-27 13:35:21)
Blog post on a case involving a sexual harassment claim at BIC corporation.

Branford Clothing Manufacturer Faces EEOC Sex Harassment Suit  (2017-03-27 13:38:28)
Blog post on a claim of sexual harassment against a clothing manufacturing company in Branford, CT.

Dept. of Labor Sets Discrimination Policy for Federal Contractors  (2017-03-27 13:42:44)
Blog post on the Department of Labor's discrimination policy for contractors.

Female Veteran Pursues Sex Harassment Claim  (2017-03-27 13:45:35)
Blog post on a claim of sexual harassment made by a veteran against her battalion commander.

Hospital Employee's Sexual Harassment Claim Lacks Specificity, Says Court  (2017-03-27 13:51:44)
Blog post on a sexual harassment claim against a hospital.

$1.47 Million Awarded in EEOC Sex Harassment Claim Against Food Industry  (2017-03-27 13:55:17)
Blog post about a company in California that had to pay $1.47 million to employees who were sexually harassed and employees who were fired for reporting the harassment.

EEOC Sues Franchiser for Unlawful Arbitration Agreement  (2017-03-27 13:58:23)
Blog post on employment contracts that were deemed unlawful because of unfair mandatory arbitration clauses.

CT Supreme Court Overrules Arbitration Ruling for 'Egregious' Sex Harassment  (2017-03-27 15:41:14)
Blog post on an arbitration decision being overturned.

The Costs and Benefits of Arbitration  (2017-03-27 16:04:53)
Blog post on the pros and cons of Arbitration compared to a traditional lawsuit.

Police Dept. Not Entitled to Privacy Amid Sex Harassment Investigation  (2017-03-27 16:07:57)
Blog post on the rights of a police department in the event of a sexual harassment investigation.

Court Orders Defense Dept. To Disclose Sexual Harassment Records  (2017-03-27 16:13:03)
Blog post on a federal court in Connecticut ordering the Defense Department to disclose sexual harassment records.

Court Upholds Anonymity of Sexual Harassment Complainant  (2017-03-27 16:28:11)
Blog post on the legal requirement of anonymity in sexual harassment cases.

The Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission: An Overview  (2017-03-27 16:34:07)
Blog post on the Freedom of Information Act and the efforts of the state of Connecticut to implement it.

Sexual Harassment Workplace Investigations: A Worthwhile Investment  (2017-03-27 16:37:21)
Blog post on the topic of investigations into sexual harassment in the workplace.

Connecticut Federal Court Explores Gender Roles in Sexual Harassment Law  (2017-03-27 16:40:15)
Blog post on the topic of gender and sexual harassment.

Workplace Investigations and Action Against Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-27 16:43:09)
Blog post on the topic of workplace investigations into accusations of sexual assault.

Greenwich Candidate's Political Career Cut Short Amid Sexual Harassment Suit  (2017-03-27 16:49:03)
Blog post about a man from Greenwich exiting politics due to accusations of discrimination and sexual harassment

Connecticut Politician Faces Sexual Harassment Claims  (2017-03-27 16:54:32)
Blog post about a candidate for Senate in Connecticut accused of sexual harassment.

Court Denies Officer Reinstatement Due to History of Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-29 13:17:48)
Blog post about an officer denied reinstatement due to sexual harassment.

New Bill Protects Connecticut's Unpaid Interns From Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-29 13:20:57)
Blog post on new bill in Connecticut extending protections against sexual harassment in the workplace to unpaid interns.

UCONN President Herbst Announces Strict Initiative Against Sexual Violence  (2017-03-29 13:24:40)
Article on new measures being taken by the University of Connecticut to eliminate sexual harassment and assault.

Police Union Takes Action After Sexual Harassment Claims Go Unheard  (2017-03-29 13:28:26)
Article about a high ranking police captain in Connecticut and allegations of sexual harassment.

New London Coast Guard Academy Investigated Amid Sexual Assault Claims  (2017-03-29 13:37:57)
Article about an investigation at the Coast Guard Academy in New London due to allegations of sexual assault.

Ivy League Fraternity Banned After Initiation's Sexual Misconduct  (2017-03-29 13:52:35)
Article on a fraternity being banned from Yale University for an incident of sexual harassment/assault.

Employee Relies On Past Romance to Establish Sexual Harassment Claim  (2017-03-29 13:56:19)
Article about a sexual harassment claim in the workplace.

Yale Dialysis Clinic Faces Multiple Sexual Harassment Claims  (2017-03-29 14:00:21)
Blog post on sexual harassment claims at the Yale Dialysis Clinic.

Military Law & Policy Poses New Challenge for Sexual Harassment Law  (2017-03-29 14:05:39)
Blog post about sexual harassment in the military.

Manager's Racial Slurs Establish Employee's Sexual Harassment Claim  (2017-03-29 14:08:54)
Blog post about a case where an employee has sued her former employer for wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and discrimination on the basis of her national origin.

Medical Professionals Call For Early Action in Prevention of Sexual Abuse  (2017-03-29 14:18:12)
Blog post on the topic of prevention of sexual assault in schools.

Employer's "Outrageous" Behavior Fails to Fulfill Connecticut Sexual Harassment Requirements  (2017-03-29 14:23:10)
Blog post about a claim of wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and discrimination by an ex-employee against her former employer.

Body Camera Laws Shows Promise in Curbing Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-29 16:26:38)
Blog post on the effectiveness of body cameras on police officers reducing instances of sexual harassment.

Bristol Mayor Retaliates Against Connecticut Employee's Report of Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-29 16:32:54)
Blog post on the result of a sexual harassment and retaliation claim brought against the mayor of Bristol.

Connecticut Corrections Officer's Sexual Harassment Claim Fails After Refusing Transfer Offer  (2017-03-29 16:36:41)
Blog post on a claim of sexual harassment and discrimination against the department of corrections in Niantic.

EEOC Finds Growing Trend In Male Reports of Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-29 16:39:59)
Blog post on the increasing trend of men reporting instances of sexual harassment.

Connecticut Pursues Greater Interest, Upholds Protection of Reporting Officers  (2017-03-29 16:42:14)
Blog post on Connecticut's efforts to protect police officers who report other officers for sexual harassment.

New Data Shows UCONN Improvements in Sexual Assault Reporting  (2017-03-29 16:46:11)
Article on the improvements that the University of Connecticut has made in reporting instances of sexual assault.

Teachers Take Hard Line Against Sexual Harassment on Campus  (2017-03-29 16:53:12)
Blog post on the sensitive distinction between freedom of speech and what types of speech should be regulated on college campuses.

Professor Sues Wesleyan For Alleged Mishandling of Harassment Complaint  (2017-03-29 16:54:53)
Blog post on Wesleyan University being sued for its alleged mishandling of a sexual harassment claim.

Dept. of Education: Efficiency in Reporting Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-29 16:56:38)
Blog post on the guidelines set out by the Department of Education on how to best handle reports of sexual harassment.

Available Remedies Under Sexual Harassment Law  (2017-03-29 16:58:32)
Blog post on the remedies that are available to someone who has experienced sexual harassment in the workplace.

Harvard Grads Allege University Failed to Prevent Sexual Assault and Harassment  (2017-03-31 13:28:43)
Article on case of Harvard University involving sexual assault and harassment.

Discrimination and Harassment: Distinctions and Similarities  (2017-03-31 13:45:00)
Blog post on some of the key differences between harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

U.S. Department of State Sets Strict Definitions Regarding Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-31 13:48:49)
Blog post on the US Department of State's definitions of sexual harassment.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: What is Sexual Harassment?  (2017-03-31 13:54:48)
Blog post about the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's definition of sexual harassment

The EEOC: On Enforcement and Employer Liability for Harassment  (2017-03-31 13:59:40)
Blog post on enforcement and employer liability for employers regarding harassment in the workplace.

Concerns Raised After Yale Professor is Cleared of Sexual Harassment Claims  (2017-03-31 14:01:49)
Blog post about a Yale professor cleared of sexual harassment and the controversy it has caused.

Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Outweighs Policy Compliance Efforts  (2017-03-31 14:04:35)
Blog post on sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

Dunkin Donuts Pays $150,000 in Sexual Harassment Settlement  (2017-03-31 14:08:35)
Blog post about Dunkin Donuts having to pay out a large settlement in a sexual harassment case.

Ivanka Trump Leads Damage Control in Sexual Harassment Controversy  (2017-03-31 14:11:23)
Blog post on Ivanka Trump's comments on sexual harassment

The Scope of Title VII: Same-Sex Harassment to Sexual Violence  (2017-03-31 14:14:29)
Article on the protections offered by Title VII against workplace sexual harassment and sexual violence.

Hartford Attorney Faces Multiple Allegations of Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-31 14:28:29)
Blog post about a Hartford attorney being faced with allegations of sexual harassment.

Fairfield Hedge Fund on the Rocks Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations  (2017-03-31 14:32:07)
Blog post about hedge fund Bridgewater Associates facing trouble due to allegations of sexual harassment.

US Army Reopens Sexual Harassment Case Regarding Dallas Shooter  (2017-03-31 14:35:00)
Blog post about a reopend case of sexual harassment against army reservist who killed five people in Texas.

State Representative Faces 22 Allegations of Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-31 14:38:07)
Blog post about Connecticut state representative facing 22 allegations of sexual harassment.

The Need for Title IX: Fighting Sexual Violence in Public Schools  (2017-03-31 14:40:23)
Blog post on federal law efforts to fight sexual violence and harassment in public schools.

Title IX: The Federal Ban On Sexual Discrimination  (2017-03-31 14:42:44)
Blog post on federal law banning sexual discrimination.

Responding to Sexual Harassment: An Employer's Duty to Investigate  (2017-03-31 14:45:02)
Blog post on employers' duty to investigate claims of sexual harassment.

Is Your Sexual Harassment Claim Worth Pursuing?  (2017-03-31 14:46:44)
Blog post on the viability of sexual harassment claims.

Berkeley University Administrator Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Scandal  (2017-03-31 14:48:53)
Blog post about a professor at Berkeley University resigning after allegations of sexual harassment.

Workplace Training: A Sufficient Prevention for Sexual Harassment?  (2017-03-31 14:50:42)
Blog post on the viability of workplace training to reduce instances of sexual harassment.

Court Holds Company Contractually Bound to Sexual Harassment Policy  (2017-03-31 14:54:10)
Blog post on a case where a court upheld an employer's sexual harassment policy.

US Supreme Court's Announces Strong Position Against Sexual Harassment  (2017-03-31 14:57:44)
Blog post on the Supreme Court's strong stance against sexual harassment.

Understanding Sexual Harassment and Corporate Liability  (2017-03-31 15:15:21)
Blog post on the corporate liability of sexual harassment claims.

The Differing Types of Workplace Harassment: What to Know  (2017-03-31 15:17:29)
Blog post on the different classes of workplace discrimination.

Common Questions Regarding Mediation and Sexual Harassment in the Workplace  (2017-03-31 15:20:21)
FAQ on the topics of Mediation and Sexual Harassment in the workplace.

Connecticut Bill Limits Contractual Restrictions on Medical Professionals  (2017-03-31 15:29:51)
Article on a CT bill that limits the application of non-compete agreements on medical professionals.

Shifting Medical Field Creates Contractual Rift Between Connecticut Hospitals and Doctors  (2017-03-31 15:36:43)
Blog post on the recent developments in the health care industry that have affected employment contracts for doctors and hospitals.

Connecticut Dubbed "Worst State to Die" in Wake of New Probate Costs  (2017-03-31 15:55:25)
Blog post on CT laws regarding the cost of Probate.

2016 Brings Dramatic Change to Connecticut Probate Fee  (2017-03-31 16:38:28)
Blog post on changes to the probate fee system in Connecticut.

Connecticut Guardianship Requirement Challenged After Mother Uses Funds for Tuition  (2017-03-31 16:42:45)
Blog post on the guardianship requirement in Connecticut.

Connecticut Court Stands By Strict Probate Appeal Deadline  (2017-03-31 16:44:24)
Article on Connecticut's strict probate appeals process.

Understanding Connecticut Probate Fees and Taxation  (2017-03-31 16:46:24)
Blog post on the different fees and taxes involved in Connecticut's probate process.

New Connecticut Law Removes Probate Fee Cap  (2017-03-31 16:48:22)
Blog post on a new Connecticut law removing the cap on probate court fees.

Your Alternatives to Connecticut Probate: An Overview  (2017-03-31 16:50:10)
FAQ describing ways to avoid getting involved in probate court in Connecticut.

Connecticut Man Steals $1.2 Million From In-Law's Estate  (2017-03-31 16:53:04)
Article about a man charged with stealing over $1 million from the estate of his deceased in-laws.

A New Look at Legal Recourse for Undue Influence  (2017-03-31 17:00:19)
Blog post on the legal recourse for undue influence in the writing of wills.

The Psychological Ramifications of Undue Influence  (2017-04-05 13:41:18)
Blog post on the topic of undue influence in the creation of wills and trusts.

Undue Influence: How to Avoid Deceit and Manipulation in Estate Planning  (2017-04-05 13:43:58)
Blog post on the best ways to avoid deceit, manipulation, and other undue influence when planning your estate.

CT Supreme Court Determines Extent of Immunity for Conservators  (2017-04-05 13:46:24)
Blog post on the topic of immunity of conservators under Connecticut probate law.

Probate Judge Assigns Conservators to Initiate Title XIX  (2017-04-05 13:50:36)
Blog post about a case where a court appointed a conservator for both a woman and her estate.

Conservator Rules and Guidelines for the Connecticut Probate Court  (2017-04-05 13:52:40)
Blog post on the rules and guidelines that conservators must follow in Connecticut probate proceedings.

The Basics of a Conservatorship: Questions and Answers  (2017-04-05 13:54:36)
FAQ about conservatorship in Connecticut.

Son Recieves $1 Inheritance, Suspects Undue Influence  (2017-04-05 13:57:48)
Article about a son alleging undue influence in his father's will after only receiving $1 from the estate.

Digital Information and Records Present New Probate Questions  (2017-04-05 13:59:26)
Blog post discussing the implications of social media on the probate process.

CT Probate Guide: The Testamentary and Living Trust  (2017-04-05 14:00:44)
Blog post on the topics of testamentary trusts and living trusts.

Trusts and Probate Law: What You Need To Know  (2017-04-05 14:02:30)
FAQ about trusts and the probate process in Connecticut.

Connecticut Courts Reinforce Strict Adherence to Will Provisions  (2017-04-05 14:05:04)
Article on Connecticut guidelines regarding will provisions.

American Law Incubates New Concerns For Prospective Heirs  (2017-04-05 14:20:50)
Blog post on the legal ability of people in the US to disinherit their children.

Connecticut Probate Law: Heirs and Distribution of Property  (2017-04-05 14:23:37)
Blog post explaining the process of inheritance and distribution of property

Heirs and Intestate Succession: Determining Who Gets What  (2017-04-05 14:26:27)
Blog post explaining what happens in Connecticut if someone dies without a valid will (referred to as "intestacy").

CT Supreme Court Grants Executor Fees Despite Beneficiary Criticism  (2017-04-05 14:28:47)
Blog post on a case where the Connecticut Supreme Court granted executor fees despite criticism of the beneficiary.

Executor Looks to Wind Up Decedent's Westport Business  (2017-04-05 14:32:09)
Blog post on the responsibilities of executors in Connecticut.

Connecticut Probate Guide: The Executor and Administrator  (2017-04-05 14:33:45)
Blog post on the roles of executor and administrator in the Connecticut probate process.

Probate Law: The Role and Duties of a Will Executor  (2017-04-05 14:35:54)
Blog post explaining the responsibilities of will executors in Connecticut.

Father Appeals Termination of Parental Rights on Due Process Claims  (2017-04-05 14:39:30)
Blog post on the topic of parental rights.

Connecticut Probate Law: The Termination of Parental Rights  (2017-04-05 14:41:10)
Blog post on the termination of parental rights in probate cases in Connecticut.

Guardian ad Litem Plays Dual Role in Adult Ward's Probate Matter  (2017-04-05 14:43:40)
Blog post on the guardian ad litem's dual role in probate matters.

Court Upholds Youth Services Commitment of Disabled Son to Facility  (2017-04-05 14:46:32)
Blog post about the rights of a neglected child in probate proceedings.

The Probate Process: On Intellectual Disability and Guardianship  (2017-04-05 14:49:11)
Blog post on guardians of minors with intellectual disabilities in the probate process.

Probate Court Powers and Jurisdiction: An Overview  (2017-04-05 14:50:39)
Blog post on the authority of probate courts.

Connecticut Polices For Reporting Troubled Students  (2017-04-05 15:02:59)
Blog post detailing the process for faculty of Connecticut state universities to report potentially troubled students.

Court Rejects Student's Privacy Claim After Alleged Threats  (2017-04-05 15:07:46)
Article about a case where a student filed claims of personal injury and constitutional violations for not getting a hearing following a suspension for threats made against other students.

Constant Bullying Deprives Disabled Girl of Appropriate Education, Says Court  (2017-04-05 15:13:20)
Blog post about a NY case where the bullying of a girl with special education needs was determined to have deprived her of her right to an appropriate education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Young Student's Suicide Brings New Wave of Litigation  (2017-04-05 15:17:22)
Blog post on the implications for schools and their liability in the event a student commits suicide.

Parents Contest Adequacy of Disabled Student's Education Plan  (2017-04-05 15:20:13)
Blog post about the parents of a Connecticut student contesting the adequacy of their child's education plan under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Special Education and the Transition to Post-Secondary Life  (2017-04-05 15:21:38)
Blog post on the process of transitioning special education students to life after public school.

Special Education and the Transition Bill of Rights: An Overview  (2017-04-05 15:23:28)
Blog post on the Transition Rights Bill and the process of getting special education students ready for life after school.

School District Liable in Anti-Semitic Bullying Case  (2017-04-05 15:28:14)
Blog post about a NY case where five Jewish students succeeded on a claim against their school for failing to protect them from anti-semitic bullying.

Filing a Formal Bullying Complaint: Everything You Need to Know  (2017-04-05 15:35:42)
Blog post on the process of filing a formal complaint against your child's school in Connecticut for bullying.

School Fails in Obligations to Bullied Disabled Student  (2017-04-05 15:43:51)
Blog post on a school failing to provide adequate protection to a disabled student against bullying.

Connecticut Passes Anti-Bullying Law: Increases Accountability  (2017-04-05 16:01:34)
Blog post about the anti-bullying law passed by Connecticut in 2011.

Congress Divided Over Every Child Succeeds Act  (2017-04-05 16:05:12)
Blog post on the debate in Congress over the Every Child Succeeds Act.

America's Top Bullying Awards, Verdicts and Settlements  (2017-04-05 16:10:05)
Blog post detailing some of the largest awards in bullying cases.

Student Contests School Immunity in Unsupervised Detention Injury  (2017-04-05 16:13:39)
Blog post on the immunity of a school in a case where a student was sexually assaulted in an unsupervised detention.

Parents Hold Private School Liable for Student's Self-Inflicted Injury  (2017-04-05 16:20:19)
Article on a case brought against a private catholic school due to the excessive bullying of one of the students that led her to harming herself.

CT Court Offers Bullied Student No Redress  (2017-04-05 16:34:56)
Blog post about a case where a family suing on claims of bullying was unable to collect damages from the town's school board.

Lacrosse Goes to Player’s Head in School Injury Claim  (2017-04-05 16:39:02)
Blog post on the liability of a school for injuries sustained by a student at lacrosse practice.

State Approves $10.9 Million Grant for School Tech Overhaul  (2017-04-05 16:42:33)
Blog post on the Connecticut State Bond Commission approving a $10.9 million grant for public schools to increase access to computers and the internet for students.

Teacher Not Saved by the Bell in Student Liability Claim  (2017-04-05 16:44:56)
Blog post about a school and teacher's liability for a student's injuries sustained in an assault less than a minute after the school dismissal.

CT Graduation Rate Reaches Record High in 2015  (2017-04-05 16:46:49)
Blog post on Connecticut reaching a record high state-wide graduation rate in 2015.

Numerous Claims Allowed Against Former Employer, Harassment Not One of Them  (2017-04-07 13:25:52)
Article about an employment case where the employer was accused of wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and several types of personal injury.

The EEOC and Sex-Based Discrimination: An Overview  (2017-04-07 13:29:30)
Blog post on what constitutes sexual discrimination and harassment.

Teacher's Termination Stands Despite Tenure and Disability Claims  (2017-04-07 13:33:53)
Blog post that discusses an example of a teacher who had tenure and was fired as well as the reasons the firing was upheld.

The U.S. EEOC and Disability Discrimination: An Overview  (2017-04-07 13:38:00)
Blog post on the federal laws regarding disability discrimination in the workplace.

Employer Falls Short In Contradicting Employee's Discrimination Claim  (2017-04-07 13:44:25)
Blog post about a case involving employment discrimination and an employer's burden of proving their case.

Parties Debate Whether Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a 'Disability'  (2017-04-07 13:47:44)
Blog post discussing whether Carpal Tunnel Syndrome constitutes a disability that should be protected in employment discrimination cases.

Employment Discrimination and the Americans with Disabilities Act  (2017-04-07 13:50:49)
Blog post on the rights of disabled employees under federal law and protections against workplace discrimination.

Surgeon Files Suit Against Hospital For Withheld Wages  (2017-04-07 13:55:00)
Blog post about a surgeon filing a lawsuit against the hospital that he works for in a claim of withheld wages.

Former Employee Awarded $150k for Employer's False Representations  (2017-04-07 13:58:45)
Blog post about a case where a former employee won over $150,000 for a claim of breached agreements against his former employer.

Congress Democrats Reintroduce Paycheck Fairness Act  (2017-04-07 14:01:08)
Blog post about a new bill introduced in Congress by Democrats that would reintroduce the Paycheck Fairness Act.

Private Interns Entitled To Pay, Says Court  (2017-04-07 14:05:00)
Blog post about the right of private interns in New York being entitled to compensation in some circumstances.

Filing a School Bullying Claim: What You Need To Know  (2017-04-07 14:08:02)
Blog post on the topic of what you need to know to file a school bullying claim.

High School Football Player's Bullying Becomes $10,000 Liability for Parents  (2017-04-07 14:12:52)
Blog post about a case of bullying where the bully and his parents were held liable for over $10,000.

Connecticut Law Keeps Workplace Bullies In Check  (2017-04-07 14:18:40)
Blog post on the Connecticut law that is designed to protect against bullying in the workplace.

Mother Disputes Autistic Son's Individualized Education Program  (2017-04-07 14:28:05)
Blog post about a case where a mother disputed her autistic son's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Student's Imminent Injury Sparks Exception to School Immunity  (2017-04-07 14:37:37)
Blog post on a case involving an injury at a public school and the issue of who constitutes "imminent harm" under Connecticut law.

School Bullying: What You Need to Know  (2017-04-07 14:40:21)
Blog post on the topic of bullying and the federal and state laws that protect against it,

Former Salesmen Claim Racial Discrimination in Emotional Distress Claim  (2017-04-07 14:44:24)
Blog post on a case involving a former employee suing former employer for racial discrimination as well as emotional distress.

How To Succeed in A Claim for Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress  (2017-04-07 14:47:53)
Blog post discussing the claim of Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress.

Independant Medical Examination: Building Evidence for Your Personal Injury Claim  (2017-04-10 13:15:13)
Blog post on the importance of independent medical examinations as evidence in personal injury cases.

Connecticut Man Pleads Guilty in Car Accident, Insurance Scam  (2017-04-10 13:17:22)
Article on personal injury case that also involved an insurance scam.

How to Prove Fault In a Car Accident Injury Case  (2017-04-10 13:18:44)
Blog post on how to prove fault when you have been involved in a car accident.

Car Accidents and Negligence: On Fault, Liability and Duty of Care  (2017-04-10 13:21:07)
Blog post on your legal liability if someone else gets into an accident driving your car.

Car Accidents, Injuries & Losses: Why You Need a Lawyer  (2017-04-10 13:22:41)
Blog post on the importance of hiring a lawyer when you have been involved in a car accident.

The Personal Injury Settlement: What You Need to Know  (2017-04-10 13:24:24)
Blog post on the topic of settlements in personal injury cases and how the process of settling works.

Distracted Driving: An Enigma in Behavior Modification  (2017-04-10 13:27:20)
Article on distracted drivers in Connecticut and how they have contributed to traffic accidents.

Distracted Driving: Accidents Increase with Teen "App Obsession"  (2017-04-10 13:29:11)
Blog post on the increase in traffic accidents due to "app obsession."

Child Injuries: What to do When Your Child is Injured at School  (2017-04-10 13:30:43)
Blog post on your legal options when your child is injured while at school.

Victim of Drunk Driving Accident Receives $6 Million Settlement  (2017-04-10 13:31:48)
Article on a case involving a drunk driver and a $6.5 million dollar award of damages.

Danbury Matriarch Awarded $12 million for Botched Hernia Operation  (2017-04-10 13:49:47)
Blog post on a case where a Danbury woman won a large settlement in a medical malpractice case.

Double Damages: A Look at Connecticut's Personal Injury Compensation  (2017-04-10 13:55:03)
Blog post on the topic of how damages are calculated in Connecticut.

$6.1 Million Awarded to Connecticut Driver After Thanksgiving Day Accident  (2017-04-10 14:06:45)
Blog post on a large award for driver struck in an accident the day before Thanksgiving.

Connecticut Courts Explore Nonstatutory Remedies For Personal Injury Claims  (2017-04-10 14:11:45)
Blog post on the legal rights of co-defendants in personal injury cases in Connecticut.

Connecticut Punitive Damage Lacks Deterrence In Modern World  (2017-04-10 14:17:00)
Blog post on the topic of restrictions on punitive damages in Connecticut courts.

Court Favors Connecticut Insurance Co., Finds Father Liable for Daughter's Car Accident  (2017-04-10 14:23:49)
Blog post on a case where a father was found liable for his daughter's car accident.

Connecticut Employer Pays $6.1 Million For Deceased Employee's Car Accident  (2017-04-10 14:26:45)
Article about a $6.1 million settlement for a car accident.

Court Holds Connecticut Ski Mountain Liable for Ski Lesson Injuries  (2017-04-10 14:29:40)
Blog post about a case where a ski mountain was held liable for a skier's injury.

Drunk Driver Settles At $6.5 Million For Decedent's Mother  (2017-04-10 14:43:36)
Blog post about a case where a drunk driver who struck and killed another man had to settle for over $6 million.

Employer Pays $6.1 Million for Deceased Employee's Car Accident  (2017-04-10 14:54:16)
Blog post about a large settlement for a car accident case.

Speed Bump Fiasco Yields $1.4 Million to Injured Cyclist  (2017-04-10 15:05:31)
Blog post about a $1.4 million award of damages for a woman who was severely injured due to a defective speed bump.

Court Grants Additional $3,756.74 to Injured Driver  (2017-04-10 15:11:18)
Blog post about a judge increasing an award of damages by almost $4,000 for an injured driver.

Pregnant Woman Awarded $75,000 For Pain and Suffering in Horse Collision  (2017-04-10 15:13:49)
Blog post about an award for a pregnant woman who was in a car accident when a horse walked in front of her car.

Court Denies Noneconomic Additur For Plaintiff Driver's $3,827.26 Award  (2017-04-10 15:23:37)
Blog post on a case where additional damages were denied by the court after the plaintiffs appealed the finding of the jury that denied them non-economic damages.

Treble Damages Not Extended Through Family Care Doctrine, Says Court  (2017-04-10 15:30:05)
Blog post about damages in a car accident case.

Court Upholds $13,661.33 Award for Injured Passenger  (2017-04-10 15:32:49)
Blog post on an award of damages given to a passenger injured in a car accident.

CT Court Upholds $0 Award for Plaintiff's Exaggerated Claims  (2017-04-10 15:38:14)
Blog post about an award of $0 for a plaintiff who greatly exaggerated the description of her injuries following a minor car accident.

Jury's Inclusion of Property Repair Bill Not Sufficient for Remittitur  (2017-04-10 15:45:20)
Blog post about the refusal of a Connecticut court to reduce an award for $10,414.33 of damages for a car accident injury.

Lack of Evidence Bars Husband from Future Damages  (2017-04-10 15:50:00)
Blog post about a case where future damages were one of the major issues.

Plaintiff Awarded $9,539.54 for Accident Caused by Young Driver  (2017-04-10 15:53:26)
Blog post about an award of damages in a car accident case.

Family Care Doctrine Reinforces $256,058.56 Award for Passenger’s Injury  (2017-04-10 15:58:52)
Blog post about the family care doctrine helping uphold a large damage award following a car accident.

Plaintiff’s Preexisting Injury Undermines Claim for Missed Wages  (2017-04-10 16:01:52)
Blog post on a case where a plaintiff's preexisting injury prevented him from collecting damages for missed wages due to a car accident.

Court Finds $109,528 Award to Plaintiff Fair and Just, Denies Additur  (2017-04-10 16:04:34)
Blog post about a court finding an award of over $100,000 for a plaintiff in a car accident case.

Court Rejects Drunk Driver's Comparative Negligence Defense  (2017-04-10 16:08:58)
Blog post about the use of the comparative negligence defense when the defendant was drunk.

$1.75 Million Awarded to Passenger in Drunk Driving Accident  (2017-04-10 16:12:27)
Article on a large award of damages awarded to a passenger's estate in a car accident case where the defendant was drunk.

Prejudgment of $250k Held Against Lounge in Dram Shop Lawsuit  (2017-04-10 16:34:06)
Blog post about a judgment of damages against the alcohol permittee of a sports lounge in a drunk driving case.

Plaintiff Driver Awarded $43,540.45 In Dram Shop Suit  (2017-04-10 16:37:43)
Blog post on a case where a plaintiff was awarded damages from a bar that kept serving him alcohol despite the fact that he was already drunk and proceeded to get into a car accident driving home.

Parents Lack Standing in Suit Against Fraternity & University  (2017-04-10 16:43:21)
Blog post on the issue of parents' standing to sue a university for the injuries of their adult children sustained while the child is enrolled.

Court Denies Treble Damages in Drunk Driving Accident  (2017-04-10 16:52:10)
Blog post about a case where treble damages were denied in the event of a car accident caused by a drunk driver.

Social Host Held Responsible in Drunk Driving Accident  (2017-04-10 16:55:06)
Blog post on the liability of social hosts when they serve alcohol and their intoxicated guests are involved in car accidents.

BAC Not Required In Establishing Dram Shop Claim  (2017-04-10 16:56:25)
Blog post on the the establishment of a Dram Shop claim under Connecticut law.

Court Denies Double Damages Despite Defendant's Inconsistancy  (2017-04-12 13:28:41)
Blog post on a court denying an increase in damages owed to a plaintiff in a car accident case.

Yacht Club's Recklessness Maintained in Cycling Accident Suit  (2017-04-12 13:32:19)
Info on a case where a cyclist was able to sue a yacht club for injuries sustained while riding a bike provided by the club.

Court Maintains Recklessness Count In Truck's Rear End Collision  (2017-04-12 13:34:58)
Blog post on a case where a truck driver was sued for recklessness.

Allegations Against Truck Driver Establish Negligence, Nothing More  (2017-04-12 13:37:19)
Blog post on the topic of the requirements in Connecticut to establish negligence and recklessness in car accident cases.

Injured Plaintiff Fails to Establish Statutory Recklessness  (2017-04-12 13:39:04)
Blog post describing the requirements necessary to prove recklessness in a car accident case in Connecticut.

Hotel’s Liability in Drunk Driving Accident Questioned Under Dram Shop Law  (2017-04-12 13:41:07)
Blog post on the topic of a business' liability for car accidents under dram shop laws in Connecticut.

Hit-and-Run Not Limited to Public Highways, Says Court  (2017-04-12 13:43:57)
Blog post describing the scope of "hit and run" laws in Connecticut.

State Trooper Not liable in Decedent Hit-and-Run  (2017-04-12 13:50:59)
Blog post on the liability of a state trooper involved in the hit and run death of a man she pulled over for speeding.

Volunteer Firefighter Granted Immunity in Car Accident Lawsuit  (2017-04-12 13:53:47)
Blog post on the liability of a volunteer firefighter chasing a man in a vehicle that was injured in a crash.

Evasion of Responsibility Requires Parties to Stop and Render Assistance  (2017-04-12 13:55:55)
Blog post describing the requirement to stop and help a driver you hit under the evasion of responsibility (aka hit and run) law in Connecticut.

Plaintiff Awarded Damages for Injuries from Unidentified Hit-and-Run  (2017-04-12 14:00:50)
Blog post about a plaintiff who was able to recover damages in a hit and run car accident case.

Defendant Not Responsible for Victim’s Pain and Suffering, Says Jury  (2017-04-12 14:04:42)
Blog post about a case where a victim was denied damages for pain and suffering because of his comparative negligence in causing the car accident.

Court Awards Additional $27 Million For Post-Accident Malpractice Injury  (2017-04-12 14:09:42)
Blog post about a case of medical malpractice as a result of a surgery following a car accident and the $27 million award of damages.

Sovereign Immunity Fails in State Motorcycle Accident  (2017-04-12 14:17:05)
Blog post about the liability of the state due to a student who was injured riding a state owned motorcycle at a motorcycle training course.

Car Rental Company Not Vicariously Liable For Renter's Accident  (2017-04-12 14:21:26)
Blog post about the liability of a car rental company when the renter gets into a car accident.

Employee Injury Claim Fails Despite Motor Vehicle Provision  (2017-04-12 14:23:12)
Blog post about a case of personal injury between two state employees.

Driver's Injury By Falling Debris Meets Defective Highway Statute  (2017-04-12 14:26:45)
Blog post about a driver who was injured by falling debris and the successful claim brought against the state transportation commissioner.

Boyfriend Not Entitled to Damages for Car Gifted to Girlfriend  (2017-04-12 14:29:01)
Blog post about a man who was denied recovery from an ex-girlfriend who was awarded damages in a car accident case because the car was a gift to her and she did not steal it.

Insurance Coverage Exclusion Precludes Driver's Negligence Action  (2017-04-12 14:31:20)
Blog post about a car accident case where a man tried to recover insurance money after his daughter was involved in an accident with his car.

Municipality not Responsible for Wanton Employees, Says Court  (2017-04-12 14:33:35)
Blog post describing how a town is not responsible when a municipal employee drives recklessly or wantonly.

Court Awards $3,484 Despite Plaintiff's Exaggerations  (2017-04-12 14:34:56)
Blog post about a victim who was awarded damages for a car accident despite exaggerating injuries.

Court Denies Managers' Apportionment Claim for Insufficient Information  (2017-04-12 14:36:08)
Blog post on the topic of apportionment of damages in car accident injury cases.

Court Recognizes Claim of Recklessness in Moped Hit and Run  (2017-04-12 15:01:26)
Blog post about a court allowing a claim of recklessness to proceed in the case of a hit and run by a moped rider.

NY Seatbelt Law Inapplicable in CT Residents' Car Accident  (2017-04-12 15:03:50)
Blog post about a case involving multiple Connecticut residents that were in a car crash in New York.

Improper Plea Dismisses Claim Against Drug-Induced Driver  (2017-04-12 15:12:15)
Blog post about a case where the claim against a driver who was under the influence of drugs was dismissed because it was not properly pleaded.

Court Multiplies Damages for Reckless Car Accident  (2017-04-12 15:19:44)
Blog post on a car accident case where the court multiplied the damages awarded to the plaintiff because of the defendant driver's reckless behavior.

No Statutory Negligence Found in Golf Cart Accident  (2017-04-12 15:23:57)
Information on a case where statutory negligence was not found in a golf cart accident.

Court Finds Plaintiff's Allegations of Reckless Speed Insufficient  (2017-04-12 15:26:57)
Blog post detailing the requirements to successfully allege a claim of reckless speed in a car accident case.

Court Denies Immunity Defense for Special Education Bus Accident  (2017-04-12 15:39:08)
Blog post about a bus driver and company held liable for injuries to passengers who were hurt when the driver negligently drove into the oncoming lane and crashed into another vehicle.

CT Supreme Court Reversed $1,780,000 State DOT Lawsuit  (2017-04-12 15:43:26)
Blog post on a case where a verdict for a plaintiff against the state department of transportation was overturned because of improper jury instructions.

Decedent's BAC Did Not Preclude Worker's Compensation  (2017-04-12 15:49:14)
Blog post about a widow who was allowed to keep receiving worker's compensation for her husband's death after he died while intoxicated in a one-car crash.

Plaintiff's Multiple Prior Car Accidents Mitigate Defendant's Responsibility  (2017-04-12 15:52:54)
Article about a defendant whose responsibility to the plaintiff was reduced to the plaintiff being involved in many previous car crashes.

Court Adds $2,000 to Original $3,320 Award for Car Accident  (2017-04-12 15:54:31)
Info on a car accident case where the court increased the award of damages by $2,000.

Jury Awards $85,000 For Plaintiff's Pain and Loss of Active Lifestyle  (2017-04-12 15:57:39)
Blog post about an award of damages for pain and loss of lifestyle resulting from a car accident.

Amusement Park Not Liable for Parking Lot Accident  (2017-04-12 16:02:51)
Blog post on the liability of businesses for the car accidents that occur in their parking lots.

Defendant Denied Remittitur for $507,706.65 Jury Award  (2017-04-12 16:06:38)
Blog post about a defendant who was found liable for over $500,000 and then had a request to reduce that amount dismissed.

Negligence Action Against State Employee Not Allowed by Statute  (2017-04-12 16:12:35)
Blog post on the topic of sovereign immunity protecting state employees who get into car accidents.

Court Awards Treble damages for Loss of Consortium  (2017-04-12 16:15:37)
An award of damages was tripled when the court concluded that a claim of loss of consortium was valid alongside the personal injury claim.

Auto Insurance Coverage Cost Rising at Fastest Rate in 13 Years  (2017-04-12 16:17:56)
Blog post on the reasons why the cost of insuring your car keeps rising.

Third-Party Car Insurance Claims: An Overview  (2017-04-12 16:21:07)
Overview of how third-party insurance claims work when you are involved in a car accident.

Effectively Handling Your Insurance Claim: What to Know  (2017-04-12 16:24:00)
How to approach an insurance claim when you have been involved in a car accident or some other type of injury occurs.

Passenger Injury Claims and No Fault Insurance: An Overview  (2017-04-12 16:40:27)
Helpful information about what happens if you are a passenger in a car that is involved in a car crash.

Car Accident Settlements: What You Need to Know  (2017-04-12 16:42:34)
Helpful information about settling a claim when you have been involved in a car accident.

Accidents Caused By Truck Driver Fatigue: Overview  (2017-04-12 16:52:02)
An overview of what happens in the event there is a car accident caused by a truck driver who is fatigued and the legal actions possible.

Legal Recourse After A Hit and Run Accident  (2017-04-12 16:54:02)
Article describing your legal options if you are injured in a hit and run accident.

Failure To Yield Accidents: An Overview  (2017-04-14 13:13:32)
Article explaining the legal consequences of a car collision in the event that someone fails to yield.

Motorist Injuries Due To Negligent Road Construction  (2017-04-14 13:18:48)
Blog post detailing some of the common causes of car accidents resulting from road construction and the legal actions that may be taken.

What Evidence Do I Need For My Personal Injury Claim?  (2017-04-14 13:21:10)
A blog post explaining the types of evidence that are needed for personal injury and car accident cases.

Comparative Fault In Connecticut  (2017-04-14 13:25:40)
Blog post explaining the concept of comparative fault under Connecticut law and what it means for your car accident case.

States Implement Mandate for Uninsured Motorist Coverage  (2017-04-14 13:30:11)
Blog post explaining laws regarding uninsured motorist insurance to protect people who get into car accidents with uninsured drivers.

Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers: An Overview  (2017-04-14 13:38:39)
Blog post explaining the reasons you should consider purchasing uninsured motorist coverage and what to do in the event you are involved in a car crash with an uninsured driver.

Legal Options When Injured by a Drunk Driver: An Overview  (2017-04-14 13:41:56)
Blog post on your legal options when you have been hit by a drunk driver.

Passenger of Drunk Driver Wins $140,041 Under Dram Shop Act Case  (2017-04-14 13:44:17)
Blog post about a case where a passenger won a large award of damages when the drunk driver of the car crashed.

Personal Injury Liability for Drunk Driving: What You Should Know  (2017-04-14 13:47:56)
Blog post on what you need to know if you are involved in a car accident with a drunk driver.

Driver Who Allegedly Made Illegal U-Turn Not Reckless  (2017-04-14 13:49:48)
Blog post about a case where a driver made an illegal u-turn and then hit another driver.

Car Accident And Collision Injuries: An Overview  (2017-04-14 13:59:05)
Blog post giving an overview of the legal consequences of car accidents and collisions.

Liability and Proving Fault in a Car Accident  (2017-04-14 14:16:07)
Blog post about how to prove fault when you have been involved in a car accident case.

Football Player Gets $500k After Crash Breaks Foot  (2017-04-14 14:22:48)
Blog post about a Division I football player who was injured in a car accident and won a large award of damages.

Motorcycle Helmet Laws And Recovery For Injuries  (2017-04-14 14:31:28)
Blog post on motorcycle helmet laws and how to recover in the event you are injured in a crash.

Pedestrian Accidents and Liability on Interstate Highways  (2017-04-14 14:34:46)
Blog post about car crashes that involve pedestrians on the highway and the legal consequences for when they occur.

"Snapchat" App in Legal Cross-hairs for Car Accident Causation  (2017-04-14 14:39:26)
Blog post on how Snapchat is being targeted as a cause for recent car accidents.

Car Safety Recalls: What You Should Know  (2017-04-14 14:40:55)
Blog post on what you need to know in the event of a recall of your car.

Jury Finds GM Car 'Unreasonably Dangerous' Yet Awards $0  (2017-04-14 14:45:50)
Recent case where despite a finding against GM, no damages were awarded to the plaintiff.

Suing An Uninsured Driver: What To Know  (2017-04-14 14:49:57)
Blog post on what you need to know in the event you need to sue an uninsured driver due to a car accident.

Judge Rejects "Sudden Emergency" Doctrine, Awards $75K To Plaintiffs  (2017-04-14 14:51:32)
Blog post about a defendant who was unsuccessful in trying to use a "sudden emergency" defense as a reason he hit another driver.

Connecticut Auto Insurance Laws  (2017-04-14 14:53:22)
Blog post describing Connecticut's laws on car insurance and what you need to know if you get into a car accident.

CT Jury Awards Worker $2.9M After Truck Crushes Foot  (2017-04-14 15:04:29)
Blog post about a $2.9 million award of damages for a worker whose foot was crushed by a truck.

When Can I Be Held Responsible For Someone Else's Poor Driving?  (2017-04-14 15:12:38)
Blog post on your liability for another's bad driving in the event you loaned your car, you hired someone as a driver for your business, or if you poorly built a road.

Should I Hire A Lawyer To Help With My Car Accident Claim?  (2017-04-14 15:15:00)
Blog post explaining when you should hire a lawyer if you have been in a car accident.

When Is The Government Liable For A Bike Accident?  (2017-04-14 15:17:08)
Blog post on the potential liability of the state if you are injured while riding your bike.

Plaintiff Awarded $495,886 After Career-Ending Car Accident  (2017-04-14 15:25:03)
Blog post about a case where damages of almost $500,000 were awarded to a football player for a career-ending injury.

Suit Blames Snapchat For High-Speed Auto Accident  (2017-04-14 15:26:44)
Blog post on a car accident case where the fault is being put on the driver's use of popular social media app Snapchat.

NY Bill Will Analyze Phone Activity After Accidents  (2017-04-14 15:29:55)
Blog post about a new bill in New York that would force drivers to hand over their phones for analysis by police after they have been involved in a car accident.

NY Court Upholds $1M Verdict in Fatal Bus Accident Case  (2017-04-14 15:32:30)
Blog post about a case where $1 million was awarded due to a fatal bus crash.

Broadside Collision Results in $35K Verdict  (2017-04-14 15:34:39)
Blog post about an award of damages resulting from a broadside car collision.

Pedestrian Struck by Commuter Bus Awarded $2.2M  (2017-04-14 15:36:22)
Blog post regarding a large award of damages for a plaintiff struck by a bus.

Head-On Collision Results in $980K Jury Verdict  (2017-04-14 15:41:01)
Blog post about a case where almost $1 million of damages was awarded to a plaintiff following a head-on car collision.

Intersection Collision Settles for $745K  (2017-04-14 16:04:15)
Blog post on a car crash that resulted in a large award of damages for ther plaintiff.

Motorcycle Collision Suit Settles for $625K  (2017-04-14 16:06:58)
Blog post about a motorcycle collision that resulted in a large award of damages for the plaintiff.

Car Accident Victim Awarded $200K at Trial  (2017-04-14 16:17:24)
Blog post about a car accident case where the plaintiff was awarded $200,000.

Intersection Collision Results in $1.4M Recovery  (2017-04-14 16:19:39)
Blog post about a car accident case where the plaintiff was awarded over $1 million of damages.

Bus Driver Awarded $145K in Motor Vehicle Accident  (2017-04-14 16:21:09)
Blog post about a traffic accident case where a bus driver received an award of damages of almost $150,000.

Pedestrian/Auto Collision Suit Settles for $250K  (2017-04-14 16:22:23)
Car accident case where a pedestrian was hit by a car and settled for $250,000.

Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle Settles for $2.5M  (2017-04-14 16:29:23)
Blog post about a car accident case where a pedestrian who was struck received an award of $2.5 million.

Head-On Collision Results in $100K Settlement  (2017-04-14 16:30:49)
In this case there was a head-on car collision and the plaintiff received $100,000 in settlement as a result.

Chain Reaction Car Accident Results in $7K Jury Verdict  (2017-04-14 16:34:02)
Article on a case where a car accident won the plaintiff an award of $7,000 for injuries.

Dram Shop Case Results in $2M Verdict  (2017-04-14 16:37:42)
Blog post on a case against a bar by the parents of deceased students who died on New Year's eve when they crashed into a tractor-trailer after drinking at the bar for several hours.

Motor Vehicle Accident Claim Results in $39K Jury Verdict  (2017-04-14 16:43:07)
Blog post about a car accident case that went to trial and the jury awarded the plaintiff $39,000 in damages.

Rear-Ended Couple Recovers $900K in Mediation  (2017-04-14 16:54:13)
Blog post about a couple who was rear-ended by an SUV owned by a business on I-95 in New Haven. The case was settled in mediation for $900,000.

Controversial Mayor Sued For Libelous Statements  (2017-04-17 13:18:00)
Article about a former Mayor of East Haven who was sued for libel by a former town attorney.

Italian Social Club Prevails In Libel Claims For Mafia Accusations  (2017-04-17 13:21:33)
Article about a local Italian Social Club involved in a defamation case with a town resident who stated that the club had mafia affiliations.

The Elements of a Libel and Slander Claim: What to Know  (2017-04-17 13:24:33)
Explanation of the elements of a defamation claim and how to prove that the claim is valid.

Chairman Awarded Nominal Damages for Defamation Claims  (2017-04-17 13:27:09)
Blog post about a case where a small amount of damages were awarded for defamation claims.

Defamation, Libel, and Slander: Similarities and Distinctions  (2017-04-17 13:29:19)
Blog post explaining the definitions of defamation, libel, and slander as well as explaining how they are different from one another.

Former Employee Awarded $45,000 in Defamation Lawsuit  (2017-04-17 13:32:05)
Blog post about a former employee who was awarded damages of $45,000 from his former employer on a claim of defamation.

Defamation: Lies, Rumors and Damages to Reputation  (2017-04-17 13:36:52)
Blog post explaining what defamation is and how to prove you have been defamed.

Connecticut Alimony Reform Impacts Child Support  (2017-04-17 13:40:21)
Blog post on the debate around alimony reform in Connecticut and how it could potentially affect child support.

Husband Appeals Denial of Modification Relating to Wife's Injuries  (2017-04-17 13:45:49)
Blog post about a case where an ex-husband appeals a modification of his alimony and child support payments.

Important Considerations for the "Gray" Divorce Process  (2017-04-17 13:49:24)
Blog post about the increasing frequency of aging couples divorcing and the implications this creates.

Former Husband's Alimony Obligation Continues into Retirement  (2017-04-17 13:54:56)
Blog post about a divorced man seeking to change his alimony agreement upon retirement.

Gray Divorce: The Distinctions of Divorce After 50  (2017-04-17 13:59:06)
Blog post about the increasing frequency of what is called "gray divorce" where older couples, usually in their 50's or older, are divorcing.

Wife's Increased Income Reduces Husband's Alimony Obligations  (2017-04-17 14:06:32)
Blog post about a post-divorce case where an ex-husband's alimony payments were reduced because of the increase in income of the ex-wife.

Reducing Your Alimony Obligations: An Overview  (2017-04-17 14:08:17)
Blog post describing the necessary factors you have to prove in order to reduce your alimony payments.

Husband Seeks Alimony Reduction After Voluntary Move to Oregan  (2017-04-17 14:19:49)
Blog post about a man seeking to reduce his alimony payments after moving to Oregon.

What Are Connecticut's Laws on Alimony?  (2017-04-17 14:21:36)
Blog post explaining Connecticut's laws regarding alimony and how spousal support payments work.

Court Reverses Alimony Judgment Against Alcoholic Wife  (2017-04-17 14:27:33)
Blog post on a case where a woman who was a recovering alcoholic sought to have her ex-husband's alimony payments.

Court Unconvinced By Country Club Wife's Emotional Distress Claim  (2017-04-17 14:32:49)
Blog post about a woman who filed a claim for negligent infliction of emotional distress when she was denied membership to a country club from which her husband had his membership cancelled.

Employee's Claim For "Unreasonable" Drug Test Survives Summary Judgment  (2017-04-17 14:45:35)
Blog post about a case where an employee challenged the employer's drug test as being unreasonable.

The Legality of Employee Drug Testing  (2017-04-17 14:53:10)
Blog post discussing the legality of employers drug testing employees.

Court Finds Pension Payments Skewed by Sexism  (2017-04-17 14:56:47)
Blog post about a case involving female teachers receiving lower pension payments based on their gender.

Claim Against University Fails to Exhaust Administrative Remedy  (2017-04-17 14:59:08)
Blog post on an employment discrimination case against the University of New Haven.

Employer and President Not Collaterally Liable in Employment Lawsuit  (2017-04-17 15:01:42)
Blog post about the legal liability of employers and company officers in employment lawsuits.

How To File a Workplace Discrimination Claim  (2017-04-17 15:04:09)
Blog post on how to file a discrimination claim against your employer.

Department of Education Implements New Bullying Policies  (2017-04-17 15:08:05)
Blog post about new federal policies on bullying and cyberbullying ion schools.

Cyberbullying: What Students and Parents Need to Know  (2017-04-17 15:13:11)
Blog post on what cyberbullying is and what all parents should know about it.

Parents Held Liable for Consequences of Son's Bullying  (2017-04-17 15:16:10)
Blog post on a case where the parents of a bully were found to be legally liable for their son's actions.

Student Threats Prompt Connecticut School Lockdown  (2017-04-17 15:18:09)
Blog post about a school that went into lockdown for over three hours due to threats made online of a student with a gun.

Bill Seeks New Approach Toward Assisting Troubled Students  (2017-04-17 15:21:10)
Blog post about a new bill aimed at assisting at-risk students in Connecticut.

Education: A Necessity for Equality and Civil Rights  (2017-04-17 15:23:36)
Blog post about the civil rights of students in public schools.

Principal Awarded $500K in Claim Against School District  (2017-04-17 15:32:54)
Blog post about a school principal who was able to recover damages against the Bridgeport school district because of retaliation for her reporting of assaults on students by teachers.

Connecticut Expulsion Laws Bear Unforeseen Consequences  (2017-04-17 15:35:25)
Blog post on the constitutionality of school expulsion laws in Connecticut.

Lawsuit Exposes Gross Ignorance In Ivy League Sexual Assault  (2017-04-17 15:39:12)
Blog post about sexual assault on college campuses.

Student Too Late for Claims Against University  (2017-04-17 15:43:02)
Blog post about a case against the University of New Haven for negligent infliction of emotional distress and negligent supervision of employees that was dismissed because the conduct failed to meet the standards set forth by the law.

Quinnipiac Student Receives 17,000 for Mental Distress  (2017-04-19 14:59:53)
Blog post about a student who filed a claim for emotional distress against Quinnipiac University.

Quinnipiac Student's Hazing Suspension Affirmed by State Court  (2017-04-19 15:04:05)
Blog post about a case brought against Quinnipiac University for suspending a student involved in fraternity hazing.

Parents Sue School For Former Teacher's Sexual Abuse  (2017-04-19 15:13:24)
Blog post about a school in Wilton involved in a lawsuit because of a former teacher's sexual misconduct.

Columbia Business Professor Sexually Harassed By University  (2017-04-19 15:16:33)
Blog post about an allegation of sexual harassment at Columbia University.

13-year-old Students Receives Sexual Text Message From School Admins  (2017-04-19 15:24:26)
Blog post about an administrator for New Haven schools sending inappropriate text messages to a 13 year old girl.

Triathlete Contributes to Counselling Agency in Support of Bullied Students  (2017-04-19 15:26:52)
Blog post about a Fairfield County organization that seeks to help bullied students.

Bus Driver's Harassment of Special Ed. Student "Undisputed," Says Court  (2017-04-19 15:36:00)
Blog post about a bus driver who harassed a special education student filing a claim for wrongful termination.

CT Lawmaker's Implement New Approach in Battle Against Bullying  (2017-04-19 15:39:56)
Blog post about new legislative efforts in Connecticut to combat school bullying.

Court Holds School Bullies Liable for Student's Emotional Distress Claim  (2017-04-19 15:42:50)
Blog post about a court finding legal liability against a school for the actions of a bully.

How to Tell If Your Child Is Being Bullied at School  (2017-04-19 15:45:12)
Blog post outlining things to look for to determine if your child is being bullied at school or is a bully.

School Takes Action: Students Held Accountable for Online Cyberbullying  (2017-04-19 15:49:26)
Blog post about cyber-bullying in Connecticut and the steps schools should be taking to combat it.

The Fundamental Elements of State Anti-Bullying Laws  (2017-04-19 15:51:53)
Blog post about state laws designed to prevent bullying.

Lacrosse Coach Liable For Student's Head Injury  (2017-04-19 15:53:55)
Blog post about a lacrosse coach found liable for a student's injury when another player on the team threw a lacrosse ball at his head right before a team practice.

Abused Special Education Student Sues School Board and City  (2017-04-19 16:02:09)
Blog post about a special education student suing Stamford on a claim of negligence.

Governmental Immunity & The School's (Limited) Liability to Students  (2017-04-19 16:03:52)
Blog post on the topic of the governmental immunity of schools and when they can be sued.

Mother Owes Student $15,000 For Emotional Distress  (2017-04-19 16:13:24)
Blog post about a case where a student was able to recover $15,000 from the mother of a fellow student for libelous statements made by the mother.

Immunity Preempts Abused Student's Claim for Negligence  (2017-04-19 16:17:04)
Blog post about a student that was unable to sue the school board because they were protected by governmental immunity.

The Effects and Consequences of Bullying: An Overview  (2017-04-19 16:20:26)
Blog post giving an overview on the topic of bullying. Topics include what actions constitute bullying and some of the possible effects on your child.

Connecticut Employers Face New Overtime Rules  (2017-04-19 16:27:54)
Blog post about the potential effect of anew overtime rule passed by the Department of Labor.

Electronic Monitoring in the Workplace: What You Should Know  (2017-04-19 16:30:38)
Blog post on the rights of employees concerning the use of electronic surveillance in the workplace.

Employee's Appeal Seeks Double Damages for $152,323.55 Award  (2017-04-19 16:37:59)
Blog post about an employment case where an employee seeks to double a large award of damages.

Starbucks and JPMorgan Raise Employee Wages  (2017-04-19 16:43:25)
Blog post about a recent decision by large companies like Starbucks and JPMorgan to raise the wages of their employees.

An Explanation of the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act  (2017-04-19 16:47:48)
Blog post about how the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act works and what its effects are.

An Interview With Justice Ginsburg  (2017-04-19 16:51:19)
Interview with Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on a variety of topics including recent decisions and the death of Justice Antonin Scalia.

Employee Awarded $100,000 In Wrongful Discharge Claim  (2017-04-19 16:54:40)
Blog post about a case where a former employee won a decision against the former employer on a claim of wrongful termination.

Race and Religious Discrimination in the Modern World: An Overview  (2017-04-21 13:22:39)
Blog post giving an overview of discrimination based in race and religion in the workplace.

Former Mobil Employee Sues for Wrongful Termination and Defamation  (2017-04-21 14:11:31)
Blog post about a former employee of Mobil Chemical Company suing them for wrongful termination and defamation of character.

Former Prison Guard Sues Dept. of Corrections for Sexual Harassment  (2017-04-21 14:16:25)
Blog post about about a case where a former prison guard sued her former employer for sexual harassment and discrimination.

Fair Employement Practices Act Bars Pregnant Woman's Discrimination Claim  (2017-04-21 14:19:42)
Blog post about a woman whose claim of employment discrimination was not allowed due to the Fair Employment Practices Act.

Professor Claims Sex Discrimination in Tenure Denial  (2017-04-21 14:23:12)
Article about a professor who claims sex discrimination is the reason she was denied tenure.

Deaf Truck Driver Sues ESPN for Disability Discrimination  (2017-04-21 15:24:07)
Blog post about a teacher whose employment was terminated and because she had tenure she sought to be reinstated.

Supreme Court Sets New Standard in Age Discrimination Decision  (2017-04-21 15:25:44)
Blog post on a recent Supreme Court decision that has set a new standard in age discrimination cases.

Teacher Argues Tenure Denial Was Result of Age Discrimination  (2017-04-21 15:29:57)
Blog post about a teacher who brought a case against the board of trustees for the Connecticut state university system alleging she was denied tenure because of her age.

Legal Meaning of "Teacher" Disputed in Superintendent's Termination  (2017-04-21 15:32:30)
Blog post about a former assistant superintendent suing Hartford Public Schools for wrongful termination by claiming she was a teacher with tenure who was not given the proper hearing before being fired.

CT's Courts Take Active Role in School Bullying Problem  (2017-04-21 15:34:08)
Blog post about Connecticut courts taking steps to address the issue of bullying in schools.

School Board Held Liable In Bullied Student's Suicide  (2017-04-21 16:23:35)
Blog post about a school board having legal liability for a bullied student's suicide.

CT Bullying Law Focuses on Overall School Climate  (2017-04-21 16:26:35)
Blog post discussing the new Connecticut law seeking to reduce instances of bullying in schools.

New CT Law Helps Identify School's Obligation to Bullied Students  (2017-04-21 16:28:54)
Blog post explaining a new Connecticut law that is helping to make it more clear to schools what their obligations are to students who are being bullied.

School Board Sued For Failure to Adhere to CT Bullying Policy  (2017-04-21 16:33:37)
Blog post about the school board of Thomaston that was sued for its alleged failure to adhere to Connecticut's laws on bullying.

Town Immunity Falters After Student's Prolonged Bullying  (2017-04-21 16:40:04)
Blog post about a claim against the New Milford Board of Education was allowed despite governmental immunity because of the prolonged instances of bullying against the plaintiff.

Board of Education Liable to Bullied Student Despite Immunity  (2017-04-21 16:45:23)
Blog post about the town of Fairfield's board of education being found liable for bullying after a series of instances occurred that the school was aware of for several months.

Legal Fallout From Intense School Bullying Draws Attention  (2017-04-21 16:47:47)
Blog post on the topic of bullying in schools and when schools can be found liable in court if the bullying is not properly addressed.

Camp Counselor Lacks Necessary Duty in Camper's Negligence Claim  (2017-04-21 16:50:41)
Blog post about a camp that was sued because of a child injured there and the reasons why the camp counselor did not have the legal duty that would have allowed the claim to proceed in court.

Supreme Court Denies Judicial Review in Former Teacher's Feud With School  (2017-04-21 16:52:28)
Blog post about a teacher who challenged her firing by claiming she did not receive a proper hearing.

Drunk Driver's Sloppy Parking Results in DUI Conviction  (2017-04-21 16:54:20)
Blog post a drunk driver who was given a DUI after illegally parking while under the influence of alcohol.

Driver Claims Casino Tribal Jurisdiction Voids DUI Charge  (2017-04-24 13:13:38)
Blog post on the issue of whether Connecticut police officers have jurisdiction to charge someone with a DUI on highway on Native American land leading to a casino.

Man Convicted of Burglary for One Bottle of Vodka  (2017-04-24 13:19:50)
Blog post about what it takes for a breaking and entering to become a burglary.

State Uses Drunk Driver's Refusal of BAC Test Against Her  (2017-04-24 13:23:38)
Blog post about a woman's refusal to perform a BAC test when police stopped her and how this was used in court against her.

Drunk Driver's Testimony "Opens Door" To Self-Incrimination  (2017-04-24 13:29:27)
Blog post about the ability of courts to hear evidence of a person's refusal to answer questions after being stopped and arrested for DUI.

Drunk Driver's Refusal of Sobriety Test Does Little To Curb Conviction  (2017-04-24 13:32:49)
Blog post on the admissibility of statements made by people who have been arrested for a DUI and the Constitutional ramifications of allowing the evidence.

Drug Evidence "Harmless" in Light of Multiple DUI Tests  (2017-04-24 13:36:43)
Blog post about the admissibility of different types of evidence in DUI cases.

Student Claims Court Lacks Jurisdiction in Juvenile Delinquency Case  (2017-04-24 13:43:13)
Blog post on the jurisdiction of juvenile delinquency claims involving students covered by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

School's Immunity Defense Falls Short in Student's After School Incident  (2017-04-24 13:46:16)
Blog post about the liability of schools when students are injured while on school grounds.

Former Teacher Claims School Ordered Him to Falsify Records  (2017-04-24 13:49:20)
Blog post about a teacher suing his former employer for firing him after he allegedly was ordered to falsify student records and he refused.

Court Awards $2 Million to Unarmed Man Shot by Police  (2017-04-24 13:53:13)
Blog post about an award of damages given to an unarmed man who was shot by a police officer and suffered severe injuries.

Woman Hit By School Bus Receives $3.25 Million Settlement  (2017-04-24 13:56:55)
Blog post about a woman who was hit by a bus and suffered severe brain and body damage who settled her case for over $3 million.

Child Sexually Abused On School Bus, School Held Liable  (2017-04-24 14:08:20)
Blog post about a school's liability for a child who was sexually abused on the bus.

School Board Refuses to Negotiate With Teachers Union  (2017-04-24 14:13:16)
Blog post about a conflict in Connecticut about negotiations over teachers' contracts.

Teaching Assitant Sues for Assault in 'Piggyback' Catastrophe  (2017-04-24 14:17:14)
Blog post about a teaching assistant who was injured when a student jumped on his back.

Teacher's Personnel File Disclosed Under The Freedom of Information Act  (2017-04-24 14:21:19)
Blog post about the types of files that must or can be disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act.

Coach Complicit in Football Team's Assault of Special Education Student  (2017-04-24 14:26:28)
Blog post about the liability of the school and coaches of a football team that assaulted a special education student on the team.

Bullied Special Education Student Sues School Board for Recklessness  (2017-04-24 14:34:02)
Blog post about a special education student whose parents sued his school for recklessness due to harassment both on the bus and at school.

Local CT Insurance Unstable After Fed Tax of $13.4 Million  (2017-04-24 14:37:17)
Blog post about an insurance company that owes the federal government over $13 million.

School Claims Student "Fell Through the Cracks" to Justify Expulsion  (2017-04-24 14:44:48)
Blog post about a student who was expelled for threatening another with a knife and his subsequent appeal to have it expunged from his record.

Teachers Union Sues School Board for Change in Conditions  (2017-04-24 14:49:18)
Blog post about a case by the state teachers union against the school board for Beacon Falls and Prospect over a change in work conditions.

School Immune to Own Bullying Policy, Denies Student Relief  (2017-04-24 14:55:36)
Blog post on the topic of governmental immunity for schools when students have been injured on school grounds.

Teacher's Lack of Action in Tenure Hearing Undermines Appeal  (2017-04-24 14:59:09)
Blog post on a a case where a teacher challenged a suspension.

State Sues Unlicensed Law School, Irony Ensues  (2017-04-24 15:13:29)
Blog post about the state suing an unlicensed law school but were unable to prove that it was operating as an institution of higher education.

$5,932.62 Awarded to Student for School's Breach of Contract  (2017-04-24 15:18:57)
Blog post about a case where a student sued a school for dropping certain programs that it promised would be available.

Speed Bump Fiasco Yields $1.4 Million to Injured Cyclist  (2017-04-24 15:22:37)
Blog post about a cyclist who was seriously injured when thrown from her bike while riding over an allegedly defective speed bump.

Wife Awarded $2.43 Million For Husband's Misdiagnosed Heart Attack  (2017-04-24 15:26:04)
Blog post about a woman who was awarded $2.43 million after her husband died of a heart attack because it was misdiagnosed by doctors.

Dismissal of Yale Art Student Results in Legal Drama  (2017-04-24 15:30:01)
Blog post about a student who was dismissed from the Yale University School of Drama and then brought suit against the school.

University Rejects Order to Disclose Student Employee Records  (2017-04-24 15:35:10)
Blog post on the privacy afforded to students employed by the university they attend regarding the Freedom of Information Act.

Misdiagnosis of Heart Condition Yields $3 Million to Decedent's Family  (2017-04-24 15:37:29)
Blog post about a misdiagnosed heart condition that led to an award of $3 million when it caused decedent's death.

Jury Awards Mother $4.25 Million for "Botched Epidural"  (2017-04-24 15:40:33)
Blog post on a large award given to a woman for a botched epidural shot she received going into childbirth.

Patient Awarded $4.5 Million in CT's Biggest Dental Malpractice Verdict  (2017-04-24 15:45:47)
Blog post about a large award given for a root canal that performed incorrectly.

Family Awarded $6 Million For Loss of Life in Medical Malpractice Suit  (2017-04-24 15:48:42)
Blog post about a case where a man died due to medical malpractice and his family was awarded $6 million in damages.

Quinnipiac Student Sues For "Severe Beating" Sustained on Campus  (2017-04-24 15:52:47)
Blog post about a school's liability for a student being assaulted on campus by a non-student guest.

Former Residents Sue School Board for Public Education  (2017-04-24 15:55:13)
Blog post about two parents' lawsuit against a school board for the right to keep their children in the town's schools after moving out of town.

Court Rejects Student's Claim that University "Wasn't Good Enough"  (2017-04-24 16:12:03)
Blog post on a case where a student sued his school claiming that the education he received was inadequate.

Former Yale Wrestling Team Sues University for Breach of Contract  (2017-04-24 16:14:19)
Blog post about the former Yale University wrestling team suing the school for breach of contract to stop them from terminating the team.

Parents Reclaim $6,077 In Tuition Costs From Private Pre-School  (2017-04-24 16:16:22)
Blog post about parents that were able to recover tuition from a private pre-school after withdrawing their child.

Daughter Awarded $14,365.19 For Tuition Expenses  (2017-04-24 16:21:32)
Blog post about a daughter suing her father for breach of contract after he failed to pay for her school tuition and car insurance that they had contracted for him to do.

Freedom of Information Act Forces Private School to Disclose Financial Info  (2017-04-24 16:23:33)
Blog post discussing the effects of the Freedom of Information Act on private schools.

Private School Denies Transfer Student's Request to Participate in Athletics  (2017-04-24 16:31:14)
Blog post about a transfer student who sued his new private school when he was denied an exception to their rule not allowing transfer students to participate in sports programs for a full year.

Eligible Student Denied Tuition Assistance For Past Expenses  (2017-04-24 16:33:54)
Blog post about a student who sued to have the department of social services provide her with tuition assistance.

Private Academy Sues Parents For Unpaid Tuition  (2017-04-24 16:36:52)
Blog post about a private school that sued parents seeking unpaid tuition payments that were not made after the student was withdrawn.

Parent's Special Education Claim Fails By Ignoring Administrative Remedies  (2017-04-24 16:41:47)
Blog post about parents who unsuccessfully sued the school board of their town after they failed to use the proper administrative remedies.

Termination of Autism Paraprofessionals Violates Public Policy, Says Court  (2017-04-24 16:52:44)
Blog post about a termination of autism paraprofessionals that was found to have been a violation of public policy.

School District For Student's Special Education Falls Outside Jurisdiction  (2017-04-24 16:55:02)
Blog post about the laws regarding accommodations that must be met by the state to make sure that special education students receive a proper education.

Mother Sues School for Emotional Distress In Special Education Injury  (2017-04-24 16:58:04)
Blog post about a mother who sued her child's school for forcibly restraining him with excessive force that caused him to receive a blow to the head that caused a serious injury.

New Haven's Budgetary Decisions Negate Claim to State Funding  (2017-04-26 13:09:56)
Blog post about the laws regarding funding of public education in Connecticut.

State Sues Parent for Special Education Costs  (2017-04-26 13:14:41)
Blog post about a case where a school district tried to have the parents of a special education student bear the cost of educating the student.

Citizen Group Challenges State Funding for Education  (2017-04-26 13:17:06)
Blog post about the issue of how public education should be funded in Connecticut.

Gifted Student's Needs Not Entitled to Special Education  (2017-04-26 13:23:22)
Blog posts about the rights of gifted students to special education in Connecticut.

21 Year Old Convict Entitled to Special Education, Says Court  (2017-04-26 13:29:16)
Blog post about an incarcerated student who was determined to be eligible for special education services.

Economic Redistricting Results in 'De Facto' School Segregation  (2017-04-26 13:39:29)
Blog post about how a court has found that some districts in Connecticut have led to de facto school segregation.

Vice Principal's Flawless Career Ends For Strip-Searching Students  (2017-04-26 13:43:15)
Blog post about a veteran vice principal who was fired for ordering female students to be strip searched.

School Fails to Disprove Young Student's Immunity Exception  (2017-04-26 13:46:01)
Blog post about a school's liability when there is an exception to the doctrine of governmental immunity.

Yale Medical Student Claims Breach of Contract After Failing Exam  (2017-04-26 13:48:53)
Blog about a former student of Yale Medical School who was dismissed for failing a required exam and then sued the school for breach of contract.

University Waiver Null in Injured Cheerleader's Paralysis  (2017-04-26 13:51:12)
Blog post explaining the liability of a university when a cheerleader was paralyzed due to an injury sustained while at cheer practice.

School Board "Obligated" to Utilize Drug-Sniffing Dogs, Says Court  (2017-04-26 13:52:50)
Blog post about the use of drug sniffing dogs in public schools.

DCF Claims Parents Unfit for Lack of Educational Care and Attention  (2017-04-26 14:13:25)
Blog post about the Constitutional right of parents to provide for their children and the fact that the Department of Children and Families can make a determination that some parents are legally unfit to care for their children.

Injured Student Holds School Accountable Despite Immunity  (2017-04-26 14:16:40)
Blog post on when a school will have liability for harm that students suffer even though they are normally protected by the doctrine of governmental immunity.

Monitoring Company Fails to Intervene in Special Ed. Student's Assault  (2017-04-26 14:22:09)
Blog post about the liability of a monitoring company that failed to prevent a student's sexual assault.

Courts Makes Exception in Parent's Educational Malpractice Claim  (2017-04-26 14:25:05)
Blog post about a lawsuit brought by the parents of a private school student against the school for educational malpractice.

Expelled Students Sues Private School for Emotional Distress  (2017-04-26 14:27:47)
Blog post about a student who was expelled from a private school bringing suit for emotional distress.

High School Class Challenges New Attendance Policy  (2017-04-26 14:29:40)
Blog post about a group of high school students who brought a lawsuit against their school for its implemented policies regarding non-attendance penalties.

Mother Challenges IEP for Lack of Emotional Support  (2017-04-26 14:38:52)
Blog post about a mother who challenged her child's IEP on the basis that it did not provide for adequate emotional support.

Student's Explicit Language Justifies Expulsion, Says Court  (2017-04-26 14:41:46)
Blog post about a student who was expelled for using explicit language who then sued for re-enrollment.

Student Expelled For Explosive Misconduct With M80s  (2017-04-26 14:44:16)
Blog post about a student who was expelled for setting off multiple M80s at school.

Expelled Student Lacks Specifics in Breach of Contract Claim  (2017-04-26 14:48:11)
Blog post about a student who tried to sue his school using a theory of breach of contract after he was expelled for possessing a knife on school grounds.

IKEA Issues Massive Furniture Recall After Death of 6 Children  (2017-04-26 14:53:46)
Blog post about the recall of IKEA furniture after six children were killed in separate incidents.

Ex-Teacher's Claims Against Board of Education Undermined By Contract  (2017-04-26 15:09:19)
Blog post on the topic of teacher employment contracts in Connecticut.

Court Reverses Judgment in Favor of Teacher's Invasion of Privacy  (2017-04-26 15:13:51)
Blog post about a teacher's right to privacy in Connecticut.

Court Declines Interfering in Yale University's Tenure Process  (2017-04-26 15:27:28)
Blog post about Connecticut court declining to get involved in the process of awarding instructors tenure at Yale University.

Yale University Police Officer Had Power to Make DUI Arrest, Says Court  (2017-04-26 15:29:55)
Blog post on the authority of University police to make a DUI arrest.

Teacher Denied Injunction Despite Tenured Teacher Act  (2017-04-26 15:31:18)
Blog post on teacher employment contracts and the role of tenure.

Retirement Credits Denied For Teacher In Suspension for Sticky Fingers  (2017-04-26 15:33:10)
Blog post about a teacher who was denied retirement credits due to a suspension for theft.

Student's Hairstyle Prevails Over School Board  (2017-04-26 15:34:37)
Blog post about the rights of students in schools.

Teacher's Association Granted Union Status, Denied Right to Strike  (2017-04-26 15:37:13)
Blog post about teacher's association being granted union status but not a right to strike.

Athletic Director's Claim for Wrongful Discharge Undermined by At-Will Employment  (2017-04-26 15:39:28)
Blog post about a school athletic director who was unable to sue for wrongful termination because of his status as an "at-will" employee.

Court Lacks Jurisdiction in First Year Teacher's Termination  (2017-04-26 15:41:57)
Blog post about a first year teacher who was fired and brought suit seeking to appeal the firing.

Custodian's Threat Too Severe to Justify Reinstatement, Says Court  (2017-04-26 15:44:15)
Blog post about a former custodian who seeks to appeal his firing for sending threatening letters to city officials.

Day Care's License Revoked For Overcapacity and Disorderly Conduct  (2017-04-26 15:48:12)
Blog post about a day care that was shut down by the state due to overcrowding.

Court Rejects Student's Claims of Selective Prosecution  (2017-04-26 16:24:36)
Blog post about a student who claimed she was improperly expelled and selectively prosecuted.

Tenured Teacher Terminated After Calling Student an "Animal"  (2017-04-26 16:26:32)
Blog post about a tenured teacher fired for calling a student an "animal."

Teacher Terminated After Locking Student in Small Room  (2017-04-26 16:27:57)
Blog post about a teacher who was fired for locking a student in a small room.

School and Town Claim Immunity After Wife's Frozen Fall  (2017-04-26 16:30:36)
Blog post about a woman who unsuccessfully tried suing the town of Westport and the board of education after she fell on ice in the parking lot because of governmental immunity.

Student Sues School for Alleged Racial Discrimination  (2017-04-26 16:37:38)
Blog post about a student who sued her school and district on grounds of racial discrimination.

Expulsion Based on Student's Arrest Unconstitutional, Says Court  (2017-04-26 16:42:41)
Blog post on the constitutionality of expelling a student for being arrested off of school grounds.

Mother Claims Responsive Classroom Model Inflicted Distress on Children  (2017-04-26 16:46:26)
Blog post about a mother suing the school of her minor children for emotional distress due to new school policies on classroom management.

Court Reversed Expulsion of Student, Finds Knife Allegations Unreliable  (2017-04-26 16:50:31)
Blog post about a student whose expulsion was overturned because allegations of finding a knife that he used to threaten another student were unreliable.

Town Granted Immunity in Cheerleading Fiasco  (2017-04-26 16:52:52)
Blog post about a case where the doctrine of governmental immunity applied to protect a town from liability when a cheerleader was injured during practice.

Board of Education Expels Student For Sale of Prescription Drugs  (2017-04-26 16:55:29)
Blog post about a student who was expelled for selling prescription drugs to classmates and was unable to sue to have the expulsion overturned.

Court Holds Town Accountable for Injury Caused By Student Bullying  (2017-04-28 13:43:29)
Blog post about a case where a town was held liable for the actions of a school bully because the doctrine of governmental immunity was not applicable.

Board of Ed. Terminates Tenured Teacher For Sexual Misconduct  (2017-04-28 13:46:04)
Blog post about a tenured teacher who appealed his firing for sexual harassment of students.

College Proper in Suspension for Student's Altercation, Says Court  (2017-04-28 13:49:32)
Blog post about a student claiming his due process rights were violated by his university when he was suspended following an altercation.

No 'Breach of Contract' In University's Suspension of Cheating Student  (2017-04-28 13:53:28)
Blog post about a student who sued Yale University for breach of contract after she was suspended due to allegations of cheating.

School Suspends Student For Off Campus Drug Possession  (2017-04-28 13:57:40)
Blog post about a student who was suspended from school after being arrested for possession of marijuana off-campus.

Connecticut Law on Marijuana: What You Should Know  (2017-04-28 14:02:11)
Blog post on the penalties in Connecticut for possession of marijuana.

Court Unconvinced by Students' Constitutional Right to Violate Dress Code  (2017-04-28 14:11:11)
Blog post about the constitutional right of a public school to impose and enforce a dress code on students.

Connecticut's Accelerated Rehabilitation Program: An Overview  (2017-04-28 14:15:29)
Blog post giving an overview of Connecticut's accelerated rehabilitation program.

Court Upholds UCONN Suspension of Male Student for Harassment  (2017-04-28 14:18:04)
Blog post about a student at the University of Connecticut who appealed his suspension for sexual harassment.

Town Not Liable for Child's Soccer Field Injuries  (2017-04-28 14:20:54)
Blog post about a parent unsuccessfully suing the town of Greenwich over injuries sustained by her son while playing soccer at a public park.

Connecticut Ignition Interlock Device Program and Driver’s License Reinstatement  (2017-04-28 14:27:12)
Blog post explaining Connecticut laws on ignition lock devices and license reinstatement after you have received a DUI.

Student Claims Athletic Director Was Reckless in Pitching Mishap  (2017-04-28 14:33:33)
Blog post discussing the liability of a university when a student athlete is injured while at a practice.

Freshman's Emotional Distress Claim Undermined by Flag Football Game  (2017-04-28 14:37:20)
Blog post about a college student who sued another student for emotional distress for an injury sustained playing flag football.

Immunity Protects Town in Stepmother's Suit for Football Field Injury  (2017-04-28 14:41:00)
Blog post about a woman who unsuccessfully sued the town of Tolland for an injury she sustained at the field while watching her child's football practice.

Parent's Product Liability & CUTPA Claims Upheld in Toxic Furniture Lawsuit  (2017-04-28 14:45:00)
Blog post about a case involving products liability claim caused by a piece of toxic furniture.

Woman's Emotional Distress Not Barred By Sexual Harassment Claim  (2017-04-28 15:03:31)
Blog post about a woman who brought suit against her employer for claims of sexual harassment and emotional distress.

Worker's Compensation Not Undermined by Employee's Contract  (2017-04-28 15:08:05)
Blog post about a case involving a claim for worker's compensation and the rights of employees in employment contracts.

Defective Electric Lift Injures Elderly Woman  (2017-04-28 15:09:57)
Blog post about a defective electric scooter that caused an injury to an elderly woman.

Court Upholds Mobile Home Resident's Private Nuisance Claim  (2017-04-28 15:17:47)
Blog post about a resident of a mobile home suing the park owner for negligence and private nuisance after being injured in a fall caused by cracked pavement.

Neon Manufacturer Liable For Insurance Co.'s Loss  (2017-04-28 15:20:47)
Blog post about an insurance company suing a neon sign manufacturer for products liability.

Indoor Soccer Arena Not Responsible for 'Dangerous Carpet'  (2017-04-28 15:28:07)
Blog post about a lawsuit brought against an indoor soccer arena for the injury of a child who was playing there.

Court Unconvinced by Medical Testimony, Reduces $270k Award  (2017-04-28 15:33:55)
Blog post about a case where a plaintiff's award of damages was reduced because of unconvincing testimony given by his doctor.

Pedestrian Awarded $15,000 for Sidewalk Slip-and-Fall  (2017-04-28 15:46:26)
Blog post about a pedestrian who was awarded $15,000 in damages for a sidewalk fall caused by an uneven sidewalk in need of repair.

Mother Not Entitled To Emotional Damages from Playground Mishap  (2017-04-28 15:48:09)
Blog about a mother who was not able to collect damages for emotional distress after her child was injured on a playground.

Woman Awarded $2 Million For Ex-Boyfriend's Unrequited Surveillance  (2017-04-28 15:51:04)
Blog about a woman who was able to recover damages from a former boyfriend after it was discovered he had planted surveillance cameras and other equipment in and around her home.

Police Chief Not Responsible for Officers' Feud  (2017-04-28 15:54:35)
Blog about a police chief that was not held responsible for the injuries of an officer under his command sustained in an altercation with another officer.

Woman’s Anxiety Yields $15,000 Award in Dog Bite Lawsuit  (2017-04-28 15:56:32)
Blog about a woman recovering $15,000 in damages after suffering a dog bite.

Loss of Consortium Improperly Applied in Amusement Park Claim  (2017-04-28 16:00:03)
Blog about Connecticut's refusal to extend the "loss of consortium" claim to wrongfully killed children.

Parent’s Not Responsible for Son’s Amusement Park Altercation  (2017-05-01 13:15:08)
Blog about the liability of parents for an assault committed by their child.

Amusement Park Possibly Reckless in Child's Water Slide Death  (2017-05-01 13:16:50)
Blog post about the liability of a water park in the wrongful death lawsuit brought by the parents of the deceased boy.

Express Waiver Insulates Roller Rink from Negligence Claim  (2017-05-01 13:18:16)
Blog about the liability of a roller rink regarding a negligence claim and the effectiveness of express waivers of liability.

Court Dismisses Negligence Claim for Physical Education Debacle  (2017-05-01 13:20:06)
Blog post about a negligence claim against a school being dismissed due to improper pleadings.

Arena's Waiver Fails for Lack of Details and Specificity  (2017-05-01 13:21:24)
Blog about how an express waiver of liability failed in court due to a lack of details and specificity.

Ski Instructor's Expertise Outweighs Plaintiff's Assumption of Risk  (2017-05-01 13:31:48)
Blog post about the liability of a ski resort when an instructor collided with a customer.

Waiver Precludes Hockey Player's Action for Amputated Leg  (2017-05-01 13:34:27)
Blog post about a hockey player who was unable to sue the owners of an ice rink where he sustained serious injury because of the waiver he signed releasing them of liability.

College Responsible Party in Camper's Personal Injury  (2017-05-01 13:36:49)
Blog post about the liability of a university for the injury of a camper who was injured on the school's campus.

Court Reverses $292,000 Award for Nightclub Slip and Fall  (2017-05-01 13:38:44)
Blog about a court reversing an award of damages for a plaintiff in a slip and fall case.

Court Denies State Indemnity in Campers' Wrongful Death Action  (2017-05-01 13:41:15)
Blog post about the liability of the state and a church in a case where two girls on a church-sponsored camping event were killed in an accident.

Responsiblity of Camp Director Disputed in Camper's Death  (2017-05-01 13:43:18)
Blog post about the liability of a camp director when a camper was killed in a mountain biking accident while at camp.

Tenant's Daughter Sustains Head Injury From Falling Concrete  (2017-05-01 13:45:32)
Blog post about the liability of a landlord when one tenant's minor child accidentally injures another tenant's minor child.

Failure to Allege Willful Recklessness Undermines Claim for Exemplary Damages  (2017-05-01 14:01:53)
Blog post about a case where a failure by the plaintiff to allege willful recklessness undermined the claim for exemplary damages.

Plaintiff's Medical Bills Exceed Jury's Award for Economic Damages  (2017-05-01 14:08:06)
Blog about a case where the amount of damages awarded to the plaintiff was insufficient to cover medical expenses due to a dispute about the seriousness of the plaintiff's injuries.

$70,000 Award Inadequate; Jury Fails to Consider Plaintiff's Anxiety  (2017-05-01 14:13:11)
Blog post about a jury award that was determined to be inadequate because it failed to take plaintiff's anxiety suffered as a result of the collision.

Court Denies Noneconomic Additur for Plaintiff Driver's $3,827.26 Award  (2017-05-01 14:27:17)
Blog post about a case where the court did not allow an additur for plaintiff's non-economic damages.

Pregnant Mother Awarded $5000 for Fear and Anxiety  (2017-05-01 14:34:31)
Blog post about a pregnant woman involved in a car accident being awarded $5,000 for fear and anxiety.

No Fault Found in City Reservoir Drowning  (2017-05-01 14:36:54)
Blog post about municipal liability for citizens who drown in city reservoir.

CT Court Upholds Judgment for Lifeguards in Wrongful Death Action  (2017-05-01 14:39:39)
Blog post about the liability of lifeguards sued for wrongful death of claimant's daughter.

After Hours Access to Municipal Swimming Pool Preempts Immunity  (2017-05-01 14:41:54)
Blog about a case where governmental immunity protection was denied for a town after a minor died in a municipal swimming pool after hours.

Police Immunity Insufficient in Suit for Decedent's Drowning Death  (2017-05-01 14:43:21)
Blog post about a police officer who could not claim governmental immunity protection in a drowning death case.

Municipality Found Liable in Summer Camp Drowning  (2017-05-01 14:44:46)
Blog about a municipality that was found liable for the death of a minor child who drowned on town property.

'Duty to Warn' Irrelevant for Negligence in Dog Attack  (2017-05-01 14:47:26)
Blog post about a determination that the rescue agency that transferred a dog to a family had no duty to warn them of the dog's propensity for aggression.

Bite Victim's Allegations of Recklessness Lack Substance, Says Court  (2017-05-01 14:49:45)
Blog post about the causes of action that can be brought in the event you are bit by someone's pet.

Tenant's Not Liable For Dog Attack In Own Backyard  (2017-05-01 15:03:10)
Blog post about a landlord who was found not liable for the attack of a child by a tenant's dog.

Pet Salon Reckless and Wanton in Violent Dog Attack  (2017-05-01 15:11:55)
Blog post about the liability of a pet salon for a violent dog attack.

Municipality Held Negligent in Dog Attack  (2017-05-01 15:13:34)
Blog post about a municipality that found to be liable in a case where there was a dog attack.

Girlfriend’s Helplessness Claim Fails Due to Voluntary Intoxication  (2017-05-01 15:16:35)
Blog post about a woman who was unable to sue her boyfriend for negligence because of her own voluntary intoxication.

Minor Responsible for Own Injuries After Consumption of Alcohol  (2017-05-01 15:20:40)
Blog post about the liability of a homeowner for the injuries of voluntarily intoxicated individuals on their property.

Connection Between Employer and Employee's Assault Too Tenuous  (2017-05-01 15:22:45)
Blog post about the liability of an employer if an employee is assaulted at work.

Cafe's Inattention to Drunk Patron Not Unreasonable, Says Court  (2017-05-01 15:25:04)
Blog post about a cafe that was not held liable when a patron drunkenly assaulted another customer.

Pregnant Social Worker Sues Former Employer For Abusive Termination  (2017-05-01 15:37:33)
Blog post about a pregnant woman sued her former employer for wrongful termination.

Hospital Not Responsible for Employee's Criminal Conduct  (2017-05-01 15:39:37)
Blog post about a hospital that was found to not be responsible for the criminal conduct of a former employee.

Lack of Consent in Hospital's Use of X-Ray Found Reckless  (2017-05-01 15:48:38)
Blog post about a plaintiff who sued a hospital for not getting consent to perform an x-ray on her and subsequently injuring her.

Plaintiff Struck In Face with Glass By Drunk Minor, Sues Bar  (2017-05-01 15:54:36)
Blog post about a person who was injured at a bar when a drunk minor struck him in the face with a glass and then subsequently sued the bar.

Nursing Home Held Liable for Patient's Sexual Assualt  (2017-05-01 15:59:51)
Blog post about a nursing home that was found liable for a patient being sexually assaulted.

Family Suit for Decedent's Asthma Attack Survives Motion to Dismiss  (2017-05-01 16:05:30)
Blog post about a family suing a company that provided emergency services to their child who died from an asthma attack under their care.

Restaurant Reckless in Patron's Drunken Assault of Customer  (2017-05-01 16:07:33)
Blog about a restaurant that was found liable for the drunken assault of a patron by another customer who was drunk.

Court Denies Double Damages Despite Defendant's Inconsistancy  (2017-05-01 16:13:00)
Blog post about a court denying an award of double damages.

State Park Not Liable in Decedent's Fall Off Cliff  (2017-05-01 16:15:19)
Blog post about a state park that was protected from a lawsuit by a decedent who died in a fall off of a cliff at the park.

Physician's Conduct Alone Establishes Wanton & Reckless Behavior  (2017-05-01 16:17:10)
Blog post about a physician whose conduct amounted to reckless behavior.

Police Response to Heart Attack Not Reckless or Negligent  (2017-05-01 16:20:44)
Blog post about police response to a heart attack not constituting negligence or recklessness.

Hospital and Nurse Not Responsible for Emotional Distress, Says Court  (2017-05-01 16:23:19)
Blog post about a hospital and nurse who were not responsible for a patient's emotional distress.

EMT’s Gross Negligence Not Protected by Good Samaritan Law  (2017-05-01 16:40:05)
Blog post about an EMT's gross negligence not being protected by the Good Samaritan Law.

Exculpatory Agreement Fails to Insulate Snowtube Co.’s Gross Negligence  (2017-05-01 16:42:36)
Blog post about how an exculpatory agreement failed to protect Snowtube Co. from legal liability.

Medical Expert Required in Malpractice Claim for Antibiotic Reaction  (2017-05-01 16:46:24)
Blog post about why a medical expert is required in a malpractice claim for adverse antibiotic reactions.

Doctor Liable for Malpractice In Depressed Patient's Suicide  (2017-05-01 16:49:21)
Blog about a doctor who was found liable for medical malpractice when a depressed patient committed suicide.

Evasion of Responsibility Requires Parties to Stop and Render Assistance  (2017-05-01 16:52:30)
Blog post about the evasion of responsibility requirement that makes it mandatory for someone to stay at the scene when they have been involved in a car accident.

Court Awards Additional $27 Million For Post-Accident Malpractice Injury  (2017-05-03 13:13:06)
Blog post about the liability of a hospital that negligently treated the victim of a car accident.

Mother Fails to State Adequate Legal Claim Against Son  (2017-05-03 13:16:37)
Blog post about a woman who unsuccessfully sued her son after falling while in his bathroom.

Real Estate Agent Not Responsible for Injury of Prospective Buyer  (2017-05-03 13:21:34)
Blog post about the liability of real estate agents and brokerages when a prospective buyer is injured in a home that is being shown.

Homeowners Negligent in Lawsuit for House Party Injury  (2017-05-03 13:23:36)
Blog post about the liability of a homeowner for an injury sustained by a guest at a house party.

No Constructive Notice Found in Produce Aisle Slip and Fall  (2017-05-03 13:28:49)
Blog about the requirement of notice in cases where someone is injured at a business.

Private and Public Nuisance Claim Dropped in Personal Injury Dispute  (2017-05-03 13:31:38)
Blog about a case involving a nuisance claim.

Business Not Liable For 'Faulty' Waiting Room Chair  (2017-05-03 14:10:16)
Blog post about the liability of a business for the injury of a customer that happened when a waiting room chair collapsed.

Employer Granted Motion to Dismiss in Toxic Tort Lawsuit  (2017-05-03 14:14:51)
Blog post about a case involving a wrongful death claim against an employer that was allegedly caused by toxic substances in the workplace.

Sovereign Immunity Fails in State Motorcycle Accident  (2017-05-03 14:18:45)
Blog post about the state's liability for a rider injured during a state-sponsored motorcycle training course.

Employee Injury Claim Fails Despite Motor Vehicle Provision  (2017-05-03 14:22:52)
Blog about an employee whose injury claim failed in a car accident case.

Doctrine of Parental Immunity Precludes Mother's Action Against Father  (2017-05-03 14:27:50)
Blog post about a woman who sued the father of her minor child for an injury the child sustained in his care and how the doctrine of parental immunity applied and protected him from the suit.

Driver's Injury By Falling Debris Meets Defective Highway Statute  (2017-05-03 14:30:44)
Blog about a driver who was hit by falling debris and the state's subsequent liability.

No Liability Established in Chemical Explosion  (2017-05-03 14:36:21)
Blog post about an employer's liability for a chemical explosion.

Plaintiff's Damages for Wrongful Death Precludes Malpractice Claim  (2017-05-03 14:39:43)
Blog post about why Connecticut does not allow one to bring a claim of medical malpractice and wrongful death under the theory of double recovery being bad for public policy.

Plaintiff's Injury Claim Undermined by Lack of Specificity  (2017-05-03 14:41:42)
Blog about an injury claim that failed because of a lack of specificity.

Court Awards $6,544 To Driver Injured In Street Sweeper Debacle  (2017-05-03 14:44:04)
Blog explaining the state's liability for a street-sweeper backing into a driver's car.

Defendant's Intoxication Lacks Substance In Apportionment Claim  (2017-05-03 14:56:45)
Blog about a plaintiff who was assaulted while drunk.

Veterinarian Not Negligent in Waiting Room Dog Attack  (2017-05-03 15:03:04)
Blog about a veterinarian who was not found liable for a dog that bit a client in the waiting room of the practice.

Scheduled Surgery Mitigates Plaintiff's Claim for Noneconomic Damages  (2017-05-03 15:06:04)
Blog about a woman who was injured in a car accident and tried to claim noneconomic damages as well.

Court Allows Malpractice Claim for Removal of Wrong Teeth  (2017-05-03 15:09:09)
Blog post about a case where medical malpractice was alleged against a dentist for removing the wrong teeth from the plaintiff.

Patient’s Severe Injury Claim Barred by Statute of Limitation  (2017-05-03 15:11:30)
Blog about a case where a plaintiff was barred from recovering for a severe injury due to the statute of limitations.

Plaintiff Awarded $3588.88 For Supermarket Slip and Fall  (2017-05-03 15:13:27)
Blog about a plaintiff who recovered over $3,000 from a supermarket in a slip and fall injury claim.

Company Not Liable for Actions of Drug-Induced Employee  (2017-05-03 15:15:24)
Blog post about a company's liability for an employee who caused significant damage while driving the company's truck under the influence of drugs.

Husband's Claim for Emotional Distress Dismissed by Statute  (2017-05-03 15:18:22)
Blog post about about a claim for emotional distress that was barred by the statute protecting "good samaritans" such as first responders.

Patient's Injury Claim Preempted by "Good Samaritan" Law and Policy  (2017-05-03 15:21:00)
Blog post about a plaintiff who tried to bring suit against the first responders that attempted to provide support but was prevented from doing so by a "good samaritan" law.

Westport Coach Motion to Dismiss Denied in Neck Injury Suit  (2017-05-03 15:23:30)
Blog post about a student who was injured performing a dangerous cheerleading maneuver and the subsequent lawsuit against the coach for negligence.

Court Upholds $159,116.10 Verdict for Back Injuries  (2017-05-03 15:28:26)
Blog about a court that upheld a large award of damages given because of severe back injuries.

City of Bridgeport Lacks Standing for Product Liability Claim  (2017-05-03 15:31:39)
Blog post about how the city of Bridgeport was unable to sue several gun manufacturers because there was a lack of standing.

Court Denies Husband's Claim to Conveyed Property  (2017-05-03 15:33:39)
Blog post about a conveyance of real estate that was contested due to a divorce.

Federal Court Holds Mexican Separation Agreement Valid  (2017-05-03 15:36:26)
Blog post about the validity of a divorce agreement that was granted in Mexico.

Court Fails to Consider Wife's Nonmonetary Contributions  (2017-05-03 15:38:49)
Blog post about the laws in Connecticut regarding divorce, child support, and child custody.

Mother's Actions and Accusations Award Father Custody  (2017-05-03 15:41:59)
Blog about a father who was awarded custody of their minor child after the ex-wife made several wild and untruthful accusations about the ex-husband.

Father Awarded Joint Custody After Substantial Changes  (2017-05-03 15:51:12)
Blog about a father who was awarded shared legal custody of his three children after substantial changes occurred in his ex-wife's living situation.

Mother Regains Custody After Struggle With Mental Health  (2017-05-03 15:53:43)
Blog about a woman who was able to get custody of her children back after successfully completing her mental health program.

Sufficient Effort Not Made to Reunify Father and Fragile Infant  (2017-05-03 15:55:48)
Blog about a father from Nigeria and his court battle to receive access to his child.

Non-Profit Entitled to Attorney's Fees, Says Court  (2017-05-03 15:58:26)
Blog about a non-profit organization being entitled to attorney's fees for representing a mother in a child custody case.

Alimony Sustained Despite Defendant's Cohabitation with Distant Relative  (2017-05-03 16:13:18)
Blog post about a case where the alimony was disputed by the ex-husband when the ex-wife began co-habitating with another.

Father Removed as Guardian After Death of Mother  (2017-05-03 16:14:59)
Blog about a father who lost custody of his children because he neglected to provide for them emotionally or financially.

Husband Lacks Standing In Action Against Biological Father  (2017-05-03 16:22:16)
Blog post about a husband who was unable to bring an action against the biological father of his wife's children for child support payments because he lacked standing.

CT Court Lacks Jurisdiction in Child Support Claim  (2017-05-03 16:24:04)
Blog about a Connecticut court that lacked jurisdiction to hear a claim based on Tennessee residency.

Husband Gives Child Check For Child Support  (2017-05-03 16:26:32)
Blog post about a husband who violated a court order by making his child support payments directly to his child.

Court Finds Mother's Allegations Toward Father Malcious  (2017-05-03 16:35:13)
Blog about a mother who made malicious and false accusations about the father of their child in a failed attempt to prevent him from seeing the child.

Father's Visitation Revoked for Lack of Maturity and Compassion  (2017-05-03 16:40:41)
Blog about a man whose visitation rights were revoked because he could not meet the standards set by the state of patience, maturity, and compassion to properly parent a child.

Son's Residence with Father Insufficient for Support Credit  (2017-05-03 16:42:30)
Blog about a father applying for child support from his son's mother as credit for time he already spent caring for the boy.

Husband Allowed to Seek Reimbursement from Biological Father  (2017-05-03 16:45:15)
Blog post about a man seeking payment for child support from the biological father of his wife's child.

Court Terminates Parental Rights For Failure To Rehabilitate  (2017-05-03 16:51:51)
Blog post about a court terminating a mother's parental rights due to significant untreated mental health issues.

Nonbiological Father Estopped from Modifying Support  (2017-05-03 16:56:26)
Blog post about a man who was unable to deny paternity even though he was not the biological father of his wife's daughter because they relied on his statements that he would always be there to support the child.

Putative Father Granted Standing to Determine Paternity  (2017-05-05 13:11:59)
Blog post about a man attempting to get visitation rights to see his son after he was prevented from doing so because the son was born while the mother was married to another man.

Court Overlooks Fault; Returns Engagement Ring to Owner  (2017-05-05 13:16:20)
Blog post about a man who was able to recover the engagement ring he gave to his fiancee after he broke off the engagement.

Pending Employment Prevents Support Modification  (2017-05-05 13:18:43)
Blog post about a divorce and separation agreement that allowed for modification of child support payments once the father of the children obtained employment.

Wife Awarded $500 Month For Contribution to Business  (2017-05-05 13:34:06)
Blog post about a divorce where the wife was awarded $500 per month from her ex-husband for her contributions to the ex-husband's business.

Post-Majority Education Support Claim Exceeds Statutory Limits  (2017-05-05 13:37:21)
Blog post about the obligations of divorced parents to pay for a child's college expenses.

Court Error Found Harmless in Support Appeal  (2017-05-05 13:43:34)
Blog post about a modification of child support payments.

The Difficulties in Calculating Alimony For Corporate Income  (2017-05-05 13:48:33)
Blog post about the difficulty of calculating alimony payments when the main source of income of the payor comes from the assets of his closely held corporation.

Incarcerated Parent’s Tort Action Subject to Child Support  (2017-05-05 13:53:01)
Blog post explaining how an incarcerated parent's tort claim was considered an asset for the purpose of paying child support.

Student’s Child Support Denied For Withholding School Records  (2017-05-05 13:56:03)
Blog post about a father who was not required to make a child support payment for his daughter's college tuition when she refused to provide her financial and academic records to him.

SSDI Direct Benefits Non-Deductible for Support Payments, Says Court  (2017-05-05 13:57:57)
Blog post about the use of money from Social Security disability income for child support payments.

Attorney for Divorced Couples’ Child Granted Judicial Immunity  (2017-05-05 14:00:05)
Blog post about the legal protection for the attorneys of minor children of divorced parents.

Alimony Award of Intellectual Property Shares Ruled Improper Double Dipping  (2017-05-05 14:08:38)
Blog post about a court that mistakenly awarded a woman a large share of her ex-husband's intellectual property and value from his unsold books.

Post-Dissolution Judgment Reversed Despite Misconduct  (2017-05-05 14:20:11)
Blog post about a post-dissolution judgment regarding the former couple's finances after misconduct was discovered.

CT Courts Limit Considerations for Prior Support Modification  (2017-05-05 14:23:00)
Blog post about a case that involved a question of whether an ex-husband's increased income could be considered in a request to modify alimony.

Notice by Publication Adequate for NY Divorce Judgment  (2017-05-05 14:27:09)
Blog post about what constitutes reasonable "notice" in serving divorce papers to a spouse.

Court May Consider Property Depreciation For Alimony Award  (2017-05-05 14:28:40)
Blog post about how courts may consider the depreciation in value of property when granting an award of alimony.

Prior Separation Agreement Subject to Court Review  (2017-05-05 14:40:32)
Blog post about how a separation agreement is subject to court review before a binding judgement for legal separation will be granted.

Failure to Seek New Employment Undermines Modification Argument  (2017-05-05 14:44:55)
Blog post about a woman who lost her job and sought to modify her child support payments because she lost her job.

Wife’s Leukemia Fails to Modify Alimony  (2017-05-05 14:47:00)
Blog post about a woman who failed to have her alimony payments modified after she was diagnosed with Leukemia.

Chronic Health Conditions Found Sufficient for Alimony Modification  (2017-05-05 14:53:08)
Blog post about a case where a woman's chronic health issues that arose after her initial award of alimony were considered a substantial change in circumstances which was sufficient to increase the amount of her award.

Determining Who Pays College Tuition: Factors to Consider  (2017-05-05 14:55:38)
Blog post breaking down the factors to consider when determining how to pay for your child's college tuition after you have been divorced.

Court Rejects Husband's Request for Wife to Pay College Expenses  (2017-05-05 14:57:03)
Blog post about the legal requirement of a parent to pay for the college expenses of an adult child.

Mother Hopes to Reunify After Father Gains Custody of Minor Child  (2017-05-05 15:14:54)
Blog post about child custody case in Connecticut.

Modification Appeal Lacks Sufficient Medical Documentation  (2017-05-05 15:17:54)
Blog post about a modification appeal that was denied due to a lack of medical documentation.

Husband's Transfer of Property to Children Found Fraudulent  (2017-05-05 15:21:25)
Blog post about a finding by the court that a man had fraudulently transferred property to his kids because he knew he would be filing for divorce from his wife soon and he wanted to minimize alimony and support payments.

Husband's Plan Fails to Establish Domicile for Foreign Divorce  (2017-05-05 15:48:05)
Blog post about a man who failed to establish domicile to satisfy subject matter jurisdiction for a US court to hear his claim for divorce when one had already been adjudicated in Kenya.

Husband Alleges Cohabitation as Reason for Failed Alimony Payments  (2017-05-05 15:57:04)
Blog post about a man who stopped making alimony payments because he believed his ex-wife was co-habitating with someone else.

CT Sets Child Support Duration in Accordance to Florida Law  (2017-05-05 15:58:57)
Blog post about a case where a Connecticut court heard a post-divorce support modification case and upheld the judgment of the Florida case where the divorce occurred.

Increased Salary Fails to Deem Prenuptial Agreement Inequitable  (2017-05-05 16:04:50)
Blog post about a prenuptial agreement that was upheld despite the ex-husband's increase in personal wealth.

Divorce Action by Conservator Permissible Under Fiduciary Duty  (2017-05-05 16:06:41)
Blog post about how a divorce action by a conservator is allowable in Connecticut.

Considerations of Prior Marriage Improper for Alimony Award  (2017-05-05 16:09:29)
Blog post about how a parties' divorce and alimony agreement should not take into consideration that the parties had been married to each other once before.

Court Denies Comity for Foreign Divorce in Motion to Dismiss  (2017-05-05 16:20:30)
Blog post about a divorce in Lebanon that was not upheld in Connecticut because the parties were domiciled in Connecticut.

Court Finds Postnuptial Agreement Unconscionable  (2017-05-05 16:22:20)
Blog post about a post-nuptial agreement that was determined to be unconscionable and therefore unenforceable.

Court Denies Due Process Claim for Child Custody Evaluation  (2017-05-05 16:24:39)
Blog post about a case where the court found that a father had no constitutional right of due process to have his attorney participate in the child custody evaluation process.

Court Upholds Premarital Agreement & Waiver of Alimony  (2017-05-05 16:26:07)
Blog post about a court upholding a pre-nuptial agreement and waiver of alimony.

Use of Liquid Assets in Pendente Lite Improper, Says Court  (2017-05-05 16:33:37)
Blog post on the topic of alimony and how the use of liquid assets is improper in determining the amount owed.

Reference to CT Statute Fails to Incorporate Judicial Authority  (2017-05-05 16:37:50)
Blog post about alimony awards and how courts determine them.

CT Court Rules on Multi-Jurisdiction Alimony Modification  (2017-05-05 16:39:36)
Blog post about a Connecticut court ruling on an alimony modification that involved multiple jurisdictions.

Court Drops Motion for Contempt Despite Failed Alimony Payments  (2017-05-05 16:41:29)
Blog post about a divorce case in Connecticut where the court dropped a contempt motion despite a failure by the defendant to make timely alimony payments.

Court Finds Dissolution Agreement Ambiguous on Child Support  (2017-05-05 16:42:54)
Blog post about the consequences of a dissolution agreement being ambiguous regarding child support payments.

Increased Salary Justifies Child Support Modification  (2017-06-01 14:38:30)
Blog post about the result of a Connecticut Supreme Court case, in which the defendants increased salary is ruled as justification for a child support modification.

CT Court Upholds Retroactive Modifications Of Spousal Support  (2017-06-01 14:53:55)
Blog post about Connecticut Court decision to uphold retroactive modifications of spousal support due to change of sole physical custody of the parties' three minor children.

Increase In Salary Alone Fails To Justify Modifying Alimony  (2017-06-01 15:03:40)
Blog post about motion to modify alimony on basis of an increase of income resulting in courts decision that increase in salary alone does not justify a modification in alimony.

Plaintiffs Lack Standing For Claims Against Future Alimony  (2017-06-01 16:25:19)
A blog post about, four men suing Gov. Dannel P. Malloy on how Connecticut awards alimony in divorce actions, resulting in Gov. Malloy moving to dismiss on lack of standing.

Estates Claim Residence Owner Did Not Provide Adequate Security  (2017-06-01 16:57:46)
Blog post about allegations from plaintiff which state a dangerous individual resided at or visited the landlords property at the same time that plaintiffs' decedents resided at or visited the property prove insufficent to CT court.

Insurance Adjusting Techniques: What You Need To Know  (2017-06-05 08:56:34)
A blog post about personal injury and insurance adjusting techniques you must know.

Auto Insurance Coverage Cost Rising At Fastest Rate In 13 Years  (2017-06-05 09:06:35)
Blog post about increasing car accidents and subsequent automobile insurance coverage costs increasing rapidly within a thirteen year time frame.

The Impact Of A Personal Injury Claim On Your Insurance Premium  (2017-06-05 09:12:26)
Blog post about how a personal injury claim can potentially result in an increase in the cost of your automobile insurance premium depending on if you were at fault for the accident or not.

Third-Party Car Insurance Claims: An Overview  (2017-06-05 09:17:08)
A blog post about what a third-party insurance claim is and how to make one depending on if you are in a "fault" or "no fault" state.

Negotiation Tips For Settling Personal Injury Claims  (2017-06-05 09:22:00)
A blog post about the art of negotiation and how to properly execute negotiation during the personal injury claim process.

Effectively Handling Your Insurance Claim: What To Know  (2017-06-05 09:32:44)
Blog post about the methods insurances companies use to determine your compensation for a personal injury as well as how you should effectively handle your insurance claim.

Failure To Warn: An Overview  (2017-06-05 09:42:25)
Blog post which classifies what failure to warn is, as well as how a manufacturer is able to defend themselves in a failure to warn lawsuit.

Who Do I Sue If I Get Injured On Public Transportation?  (2017-06-05 09:47:57)
Blog post about who is responsible for a personal injury which occurs on public transport.

The Distinctions Of Worker’s Compensation And Personal Injury  (2017-06-05 09:53:11)
A blog post which outlines the characteristics of worker's compensation as well as personal injury and when to file a personal injury lawsuit instead of a worker's compensation claim.

Time Limits For Filing A Defective Product Claim  (2017-06-05 10:04:16)
A blog post about the "statute of limitations" or time which you have to file a defective product liability claim.

Medical Malpractice vs. Medical Negligence: An Overview  (2017-06-05 10:08:08)
Blog post about the differing characteristics between a medical malpratice case and a medical negligence case

Can I Bring A Claim If I Get Food Poisoning?  (2017-06-05 10:18:19)
How to prove a claim of food poisoning and how to determine who is liable for such a claim.

Complaint Against Hospital Ruled Ordinary Negligence  (2017-06-05 10:26:52)
Blog post about plaintiffs motion being denied by court due to lack of written opinion from a similar healthcare provider in a complaint against a hospital for negligent supervision.

Does A No-Fault Claim Guarantee A Settlement?  (2017-06-05 10:42:54)
A blog post about what "no fault" insurance is as well as how to settle a "no fault " insurance claim.

Passengar Injury Claims And No Fault Insurance: An Overview  (2017-06-05 10:49:28)
A blog post about how a passenger should file a injury claim after a car accident in a no-fault car insurance state in comparison to in a traditional fault state.

Companies Agree To Stop Selling Potentially Faulty Concrete In CT  (2017-06-05 10:56:11)
A blog post about an agreement which halts selling concrete aggregate as it results in cracking of concrete and aggregate produces faulty concrete.

Car Accident Settlements: What You Need To Know  (2017-06-05 11:03:17)
A blog post which describes the Connecticut car accident laws and insurance requirements and rules.

Judge Rejects Spoiled Turkey Claim In Products Liability Suit  (2017-06-05 11:08:35)
Plaintiff lost a defective products liability case due to inability to provide sufficient evidence as concluded by a judge.

Jury’s 150K Award To Police Officer Failed To Shock Court  (2017-06-05 11:17:26)
A blog post about jury's decision to award 150,886 to a police officer who retired early as a result of injuries sustained in a motor-vehicle accident.

CT Judge Bars Product Liability Action Against Fitness Club  (2017-06-05 11:22:13)
A blog post about a Superior Court judge ruling that a man who badly injured his leg on a stair climber exercise machine at a Planet Fitness cannot bring a product liability action against the chain exercise club.

Boiler Installer Denied That He Owed Duty Of Care To Homeowner  (2017-06-05 11:39:12)
A blog post about a lawsuit involving a tradesman who allegedly engaged in specialized work, failing to take necessary precautions and follow applicable law and regulations thus breaching his duty of care to the homeowner.

Children Owed Greater Duty Of Care On Property  (2017-06-05 11:44:34)
A blog post about a how property owners must delegate a higher duty of care when children instead of aults occupy their property including greater attention to common dangers on property that are exacerbated when children are involved include unprotected swimming pools and animal bites.

Nursing Home Liability For Over Medication  (2017-06-05 11:50:28)
A blog post about how nursing homes are liable for over medication of senior citizens, with descriptions of the differing characteristics between intentional and negligent over medication.

What Is Third-Party Liability?  (2017-06-05 11:56:40)
A blog post about what constitutes a third-party liability claim.

Asbestos Claims Pressure Yale to Revoke Honorary Degrees  (2017-06-05 15:26:36)
A blog post about pressures on Yale University to revoke honorary degrees from recipients who were later committed criminal acts.

When are Punitive Damages Awarded?  (2017-06-05 15:33:58)
A blog post about what punitive damages are and why and when they are necessary.

Accidents Caused by Truck Driver Fatigue: Overview  (2017-06-05 15:40:22)
A blog post about truck driving regulations and accidents caused by drivers breaking the rules regarding rest breaks.

Legal Recourse After a Hit and Run Accident  (2017-06-05 15:45:27)
A blog post about the legal steps one must make when injured in a hit and run accident.

Proving Negligence in a Head-On Collision  (2017-06-05 15:55:53)
A blog post about proving recklessness and/or negligence in cases involving head-on collision car accidents. The post also goes into possible damages.

Failure to Yield Accidents: An Overview  (2017-06-05 16:16:08)
A blog post about steps that need to be taken if you believe the car accident you were in was caused by the other driver's failure to yield the right of way.

What Claims Can I Bring After an Airplane Crash?  (2017-06-05 16:21:02)
A blog post about legal options for families of victims and survivors of plane crashes.

Personal Injury and Child Injuries  (2017-06-05 16:32:47)
A blog post about different options clients have after the death or serious injury of a child. The post also covers information on recovering medical expense damages and emotional distress damages for parents contemporaneously witnessing child's injury or death.

An Overview of Dangerous Products Litigation  (2017-06-05 16:37:38)
A blog post about class action lawsuits that arise against large corporations that have produced a dangerous product.

Liability for Personal Injury on Private Property  (2017-06-05 16:44:37)
A blog post about private property owner liability and differentiation between liability to guests, trespassers, and others.

Proving Actual Harm in a Defamation of Character Suit  (2017-06-05 16:50:24)
A blog post about the different types of injury a person may suffer when their character has been defamed and what can be done to prove these injuries.

Nursing Home Liability for Medication Errors  (2017-06-05 16:54:31)
A blog post about mistakes sometimes made in nursing homes that result in the patient's injury or death. The post also discusses how to hold the institution accountable for their mistake.

Can I Sue a Generic Drug Manufacturer for Injuries?  (2017-06-05 17:00:51)
A blog post about injuries caused by generic drugs and the complications since the decision of Pliva v. Mensing that made generic drug companies no longer responsible for injuries to consumers.

Malicious Prosecution And Abuse Of Process: Similarities And Differences  (2017-06-07 10:38:31)
A blog post about the differences and essential elements of malicious prosecution and abuse of process.

Malicious Prosecution: An Overview  (2017-06-07 10:45:52)
A blog post containing a brief overview of what constitutes a successful instead of failed malicious prosecution and the essential elements of malicious prosecution.

What Is Tort Reform And How Could It Affect Me?  (2017-06-07 10:53:36)
A blog post which illustrates what Tort law is, how it can be reformed, and how it could affect those who go to court with personal injury cases.

Motorist Injuries Due To Negligent Road Construction  (2017-06-07 11:02:45)
A blog post about how mistakes in road construction can led to motorist injuries which often lead to lawsuits against construction companies and can result in significant liability for injuries.

What Evidence Do I Need For My Personal Injury Claim?  (2017-06-07 11:07:58)
A blog post describing the types of evidence needed for a personal injury claim.

I Was Attacked In A Bar; Is The Bar Liable For My Injuries?  (2017-06-07 11:20:45)
A blog post about how to be aware of a bar or nightclubs liability in your personal injury case.

Negligent Construction Lawsuits  (2017-06-07 11:35:07)
A blog post about how negligent construction can lead to many different types of lawsuits among a wide array of parties.

Liability For Sexually Transmitted Diseases  (2017-06-07 11:40:01)
A blog post describing the liability which a defendant faces when being sued for transmission of a sexually transmitted disease.

What Is The Burden Of Proof In Personal Injury Claims?  (2017-06-07 11:42:50)
A blog post about how much convincing the plaintiff (the injured person) must do in a personal injury case, and how and when that burden of proof is applied.

Employer Liability For Asbestos Exposure  (2017-06-07 11:50:00)
A blog post which describes the controversial and evolving issue of employer responsibility for asbestos exposure.

Liability For Lead Poisoning In The Home And Workplace  (2017-06-07 12:00:22)
A blog post about liabilities of landlords, sellers of homes, and employers when it comes to exposure to lead paint, and the legal options an injured person has to recover compensation.

Can I Bring a Lawsuit if I Find Toxic Mold in My Home?  (2017-06-07 12:54:01)
A blog post about the central elements of different types of toxic mold cases brought against home builders and contractors.

Personal Injury Due to Chemical Exposure  (2017-06-07 13:00:00)
A blog post about the legal area of toxic torts, such as who is responsible, how to make a claim, what is the statute of limitations, and how to prove your case.

Asbestos Exposure and Construction Workers  (2017-06-07 13:17:11)
A blog post about asbestos exposure and which claims can be brought and whom they may be brought against.

Landlord Liability for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning  (2017-06-07 13:25:21)
A blog post about landlord-tenant regulations pertaining to carbon monoxide.

Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) and Railroad Workers  (2017-06-07 13:34:40)
A blog post about the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) and its impact on railroad employees.

Coparative Fault in Connecticut  (2017-06-07 13:42:37)
A blog post about Connecticut's modified rules regarding comparative fault in personal injury cases.

3-D Printing Set to Disrupt Products Liability Law  (2017-06-07 13:53:56)
A blog post about the implications of new 3-D printing technology on law.

Common Defenses to Products Liability  (2017-06-07 14:01:27)
A blog post about elements and defenses in products liability cases.

Court Rules Misuse-of-Product Special Defense Insufficient  (2017-06-07 14:09:02)
A blog post about special defenses and their sufficiency in a products liability case out of Connecticut.

Elements of Product Liability: Establishing a Product as Defective  (2017-06-07 14:12:45)
A blog post about products liability, its elements, its theories, and what to look for when seeking a products liability attorney.

The Economic Loss Doctrine: An Overview  (2017-06-07 14:25:20)
A blog post about what economic loss is and when it is recoverable as damages.

Elements of Defamation: What You Need to Know  (2017-06-07 14:38:34)
A blog post about defamation, defenses to defamation, and when actual malice must be proven.

Court Upholds Termination of Waitress Attacked by Supervisor  (2017-06-07 14:47:26)
A blog post about a case involving a waitress being verbally and physically attacked by a supervisor, and then being terminated by the restaurant six days later.

Cigna Survey: U.S. Workers Unprepared and Underinsured  (2017-06-07 14:53:31)
A blog post about a survey conducted by Cigna investigating American workers' insurance coverage and plans for sustaining an income in the event of a disabling illness or injury.

Workplace Accidents and Injuries: What You Should Know  (2017-06-07 14:57:11)
A blog post about when workplace injuries are and are not covered by worker's compensation.

States Implement Mandate for Uninsured Motorist Coverage  (2017-06-07 15:01:38)
A blog post looking into what uninsured motorist coverage is, when it applies, and what it covers.

Uninsured and Underinsured Drivers: An Overview  (2017-06-07 15:10:43)
A blog post about obtaining uninsured motorist coverage and filing a claim.

The Dram Shop Act and Social Host Liability  (2017-06-07 15:19:29)
A blog post looking into Dram shop liability laws and how they influence alcohol related accident trends.

Legal Options When Injured by a Drunk Driver: An Overview  (2017-06-07 15:26:41)
A blog post about steps to take following an accident involving a drunk driver.

Passenger of Drunk Driver Wins $140,041 Under Dram Shop Act Case  (2017-06-07 15:32:54)
A blog post about a case involving a passenger recovering in a lawsuit against an establishment for serving alcohol to a visibly intoxicated individual which resulted in a single-car accident.

Personal Injury Liability for Drunk Driving: What You Should Know  (2017-06-07 15:38:39)
A blog post about civil suits for drunk driving, including recovering damages and wrongful death.

Driver Who Allegedly Made Illegal U-Turn Not Reckless  (2017-06-07 15:45:51)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut involving proving recklessness in traffic incidents.

Car Accident and Collision Injuries: An Overview  (2017-06-07 15:51:37)
A blog post about different common collision injuries.

Liability and Proving Fault in a Car Accident  (2017-06-07 15:59:05)
A blog post about making a police report following an accident and different types of accidents and their presumed liability.

High School Sports Injury Lawsuits Often Dismissed  (2017-06-07 16:07:46)
A blog post about protection given to schools in sports related lawsuits.

Football Player Gets $500K After Crash Breaks Foot  (2017-06-07 16:11:39)
A blog post about a case in which a promising athlete was able to recover damages for a broken foot suffered in a car accident.

Pharmaceutical Errors: An Overview  (2017-06-07 16:18:54)
A blog post giving an overview of pharmaceutical medical malpractice cases and when a plaintiff can recover.

Medical Malpractice: Birth Injury  (2017-06-07 16:26:41)
A blog post about birth injuries caused by medical malpractice, the elements, and what actions can be taken to recover.

Medical Malpractice: Surgical Errors  (2017-06-07 16:30:54)
A blog post about surgical errors and options plaintiffs have for suing under medical malpractice.

Medical Malpractice: Failure to Diagnose  (2017-06-07 16:33:25)
A blog post looking into diagnosis related malpractice resulting in the worsening of a patient's condition.

East Haven Court Decides Municipal Immunity Exception Does Not Apply to Playscape Injury  (2017-06-07 16:37:59)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut regarding liability in playground injuries suffered on public property.

Court Rejects Plaintiff's Claim of Physical Defect of Sidewalks  (2017-06-07 16:44:38)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut involving sidewalk maintenance and duty of care.

CT Court Awards $57K to Man Who Slipped and Fell in Parking Lot  (2017-06-07 16:49:12)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut awarding damages for medical expenses, loss of wages, and pain and suffering for an individual slipping and falling when taking his first step.

Motorcycle Helmet Laws and Recovery for Injuries  (2017-06-07 16:52:28)
A blog post about motorcycle helmet laws and how they affect a plaintiff's chances on recovering in a lawsuit.

The “Reasonable Person” Standard For Negligence  (2017-06-09 10:25:07)
A blog post which defines what being negligent is, as well as what the so-called reasonable person in the law of negligence is, and what the standards for care of children are.

The Pros And Cons Of A Structured Settlement Agreement  (2017-06-09 10:30:54)
A blog post which describes what a structured settlement agreement is as well as the positives and negatives of having a structured settlement agreement.

What Is Res Ipsa Loquitur?  (2017-06-09 10:34:28)
A blog post which describes the elements, background, and how to rebut a Res Ipsa Loquitur case.

Damages In Toxic Tort Cases  (2017-06-09 10:39:48)
A blog post about who to sue in toxic torts cases, and what compensatory damages may incur.

What Are Toxic Torts? An Overview  (2017-06-09 10:45:34)
A blog post about toxic torts, and claims and defenses used in toxic tort cases, as well as their reliance on scientific evidence.

Proving Damages In A Nursing Home Injury And Abuse Claim  (2017-06-09 10:52:30)
A blog post which describes types of damages and how to prove them in a nursing home injury and abuse claim.

Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect: What To Look For  (2017-06-09 10:58:42)
A blog post about what qualifies as nursing home abuse and neglect including the six types of maltreatment that occur among people age sixty and older.

When Can A Dog Owner Avoid Liability For A Dog Bite?  (2017-06-09 11:03:36)
The five ways in which a Dog Owner can avoid liability for a dog bite, in a personal injury case.

Owner Liability For Dog Bites  (2017-06-09 11:06:37)
A blog post which describes a dog owners potential liability when their dog bites an individual.

Car ‘Black Box’ Recorders Now Evidence In Personal Injury Suit  (2017-06-09 11:24:43)
A blog post about how the car's “black box” or event data recorder (EDR) could potentially become and asset to attorneys' in personal injury cases involving car accidents.

Truck Accidents And Personal Injury Suits: An Overview  (2017-06-09 11:30:52)
A blog post about the unique danger of commercial truck accidents, how to prove your case as the plaintiff in an accident, and special considerations in truck accident cases.

Pedestrian Accidents And Liability On Interstate Highways  (2017-06-09 11:36:06)
A blog post about liabilities other drivers face in accidents with pedestrians specifically on interstate highways.

Lack Of Notice Dismisses Unsafe Bridgeport Pedestrian Suit  (2017-06-09 11:48:13)
A blog post about a plaintiffs inability to provide notice of the time, place and cause of the accident within 90 days to the Connecticut Department of Transportation was dismissed in an unsafe Bridgeport Pedestrian lawsuit.

“Snapchat” App In Legal Cross-Hairs For Car Accident Causation  (2017-06-09 11:54:30)
A blog post about an increase in Snapchat related car accidents, and the legal repercussions associated with the accidents.

Car Safety Recalls: What You Should Know  (2017-06-09 12:01:10)
A blog post about the essentials of car safety recalls.

What is an Assumption of Risk?  (2017-06-09 12:55:12)
A blog post about the affirmative defense of assumption of risk in torts law.

LASIK Eye Surgery: Risks and Precautions  (2017-06-09 13:04:29)
A blog post giving an overview of the dangers of LASIK eye surgery and what legal steps to take in the event of an injury.

Manufacturer Liabilty and Breach of Warranty  (2017-06-09 13:19:52)
A blog post about about implied warranties and manufacturer liability.

Social Host Liability: An Overview  (2017-06-09 13:26:05)
A blog post about liability as a social host regarding accidents on the property or accidents following the social event in which alcohol was over-served.

Product Recalls: What You Should Know  (2017-06-09 13:29:36)
A blog post about product recalls and class action lawsuits regarding recalled products

Social Media and its Effect on Personal Injury Cases  (2017-06-09 13:33:13)
A blog post on social medias effect on the expectation of privacy in personal injury cases and what to avoid posting online when you are in the middle of seeking legal action for an incident.

Jury Finds GM Car ‘Unreasonably Dangerous’ Yet Awards $0  (2017-06-09 13:38:30)
A blog post about a case involving a defected car, but no damages were awarded due to the accident at issue was not caused by the faulty ignition switch and instead caused by icy road conditions.

Cigarette and Tobacco Injuries: An Overview  (2017-06-09 13:44:35)
A blog post about cigarette smoke related injuries and what you may be entitled to if you have suffered a smoke related injury.

R.J. Reynolds Faces $11.5M Verdict in Nurse's Death  (2017-06-09 13:49:41)
A blog post about a case involving a tobacco company being held partly liable for the death of a chain-smoking nurse.

Johnson & Johnson Talcum Case Creates Litigation Frenzy  (2017-06-09 14:13:44)
A blog post about a case involving a link between Johnson & Johnson Baby powder and ovarian cancer and the subsequent litigation.

FDA Admits Popular Antibiotics May Have Serious Side Effects  (2017-06-09 14:31:12)
A blog post about news coming out of the FDA alerting the public that there are some drugs that were approved by the agency despite having serious side effects that many outweigh the benefits.

Product Liability and Other Claims Involving Pharmaceutical Drugs  (2017-06-09 14:34:41)
A blog post about the different types of pharmaceutical drug related claims and the legal options one has when faced with a pharmaceutical defect or mistake.

Pliva v. Mensing: The Generic Drug Liability Question  (2017-06-09 14:57:42)
A blog post about a loophole created by Pliva v. Mensing that removed liability from generic drug manufacturers.

Pharmaceutical Drug Liability: An Overview  (2017-06-09 15:07:36)
A blog post that is an overview of products liability cases over pharmaceutical drugs, the dangers of unsafe products and the manufacturer's duty to warn.

Parental Responsibility Laws in Connecticut  (2017-06-09 15:11:39)
A blog post about the liability a parent or guardian has over intentional actions performed by a child.

Is the School District Liable if My Child is Injured at School?  (2017-06-09 15:21:35)
A blog post about when a school district is and is not responsible for a child's injury suffered while at school.

How Much is My Personal Injury Case Worth?  (2017-06-09 15:33:47)
A blog post about the different types of compensatory and punitive damages a person can recover in a personal injury case and how the damage award can be affected by the actions of the plaintiff.

Should I Mediate My Personal Injury Claim?  (2017-06-09 15:43:24)
A blog post about pros and cons of mediation for personal injury versus going to trial.

Is My Personal Injury Settlement Taxable?  (2017-06-09 15:46:36)
A blog post about the taxability of different compensation awards.

Suing an Uninsured Driver: What to Know  (2017-06-09 15:49:09)
A blog post outlining the financial pitfalls of suing an uninsured driver.

Judge Rejects “Sudden Emergency” Doctrine, Awards $75K to Plaintiffs  (2017-06-09 15:55:32)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut in which a judge rejected the sudden emergency doctrine because it had been ruled there were other more reasonable options for the driver to fix the mosquito emergency.

Connecticut Auto Insurance Laws  (2017-06-09 15:57:25)
A blog post outlining the laws in Connecticut on auto insurance.

Liability if You Slip and Fall on a Public Sidewalk  (2017-06-09 16:01:08)
A blog post outlining if anyone is liable in a slip and fall case on a public sidewalk, and if someone is liable, who is it and how to go about filing a claim.

Slip and Fall Statute of Limitations in Connecticut  (2017-06-09 16:07:44)
A blog post about how soon after a fall one must file a slip and fall claim in Connecticut.

Immigrants Do Not Need to Disclose Status in Personal Injury Claims  (2017-06-09 16:10:53)
A blog post about the rights of immigrants to sue for injuries in car accidents and other accidents

Wrongful Death Actions: An Overview  (2017-06-12 13:27:36)
A blog post overviewing wrongful death actions and typical damages.

What are Non-Economic Damages in a Personal Injury Case?  (2017-06-12 13:31:07)
A blog post about the different types of non-economic damages in personal injury and malpractice cases and how they are measured.

What are Economic Damages in a Personal Injury Case?  (2017-06-12 13:33:39)
A blog post about different economic damages one can suffer in a personal injury case and how it is measured.

Determining Fault and Liability in Car Accident Injury Cases  (2017-06-12 13:41:56)
A blog post about the various state rules surrounding the different types of fault in injury cases and how to determine the fault.

The Personal Injury Case Process  (2017-06-12 13:44:34)
A blog post about the steps one must take in a personal injury case from meeting with an attorney through settlement or trial.

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents  (2017-06-12 13:47:02)
A blog post listing the common causes of slip and fall accidents and the possible severe injuries that can result from an incident. The post also lists statistics regarding slip and fall accidents.

What to do After a Slip and Fall Accident  (2017-06-12 13:48:32)
A blog post about the necessary steps to take after suffering a slip and fall accident.

An Overview of the Legal Process in Defamation Cases  (2017-06-12 13:50:52)
A blog post about the steps to take if you believe you are suffering from possible defamation and slander against you.

Connecticut Jury Awards Worker $2.9M After Truck Crushes Foot  (2017-06-12 13:55:53)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut of a worker being awarded money after being injured at work and suing his employer under the exception to exclusivity under the Workers' Compensation Act.

Johnson & Johnson Loses $55 Million in Cancer Lawsuit  (2017-06-12 13:58:14)
A blog post about the results of a class action against the Johnson & Johnson company for a link between ovarian cancer and their talcum powder product.

Pharmaceutical Errors and Injuries: What You Should Know  (2017-06-12 14:00:46)
A blog post about how to identify pharmaceutical errors and whether there is an available legal recovery or not.

Possible Claims for Your Personal Injury Damages  (2017-06-12 14:22:43)
A blog post about how a recent Supreme Court decision has changed the way an insurance company can be reimbursed after an accident victim settles a claim.

Considering Brain and Head Injuries in Personal Injury Claims  (2017-06-12 14:27:01)
A blog post about the different types of brain and head injuries that are often suffered and result in personal injury claims

Common Carrier Liability: An Overview  (2017-06-12 14:58:39)
A blog post about recovering from public transportation companies.

Medicare Set Aside Accounts (MSA) and Personal Injury Claims  (2017-06-12 15:59:35)
A blog post discussing the history of Medicare Set Aside Accounts and legal arguments for and against establishing one.

Respondeat Superior Vicarious Liability: An Overview  (2017-06-12 16:10:53)
A blog post about the doctrine of respondeat superior, which is a type of vicarious liability in which an employer is liable for the negligence of an employee that occurs while performing duties for the employer.

Police Reports and Personal Injury Claims: An Overview  (2017-06-12 16:14:50)
A blog post about making a police report, how one can help you in a personal injury claim, and how to amend any changes or mistakes that may be made in the process.

Jury Awards Student $40K for Scissor Injury  (2017-06-12 16:23:45)
A blog post on a case out of New Haven, Connecticut about a student injured with scissors dropped by a teacher while at school.

Considering Doctor-Patient Relations and Malpractice Tension  (2017-06-12 16:31:48)
A blog post about how medical malpractice claims may help improve doctor-patient relationships.

Connecticut Malpractice Case Results in $1.8 Million Award  (2017-06-12 16:38:07)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut in which a woman was rendered infertile after the doctor cut the wrong fallopian tube during surgery.

US Supreme Court Denies Lawsuits for Vaccine Injuries  (2017-06-12 16:41:20)
A blog post about a Supreme Court decision that protects vaccine manufacturers from some design defect claims.

Connecticut Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice  (2017-06-12 16:45:09)
A blog post about how long one can wait before they can no longer file a medical malpractice claim for injuries.

Jury Awards $44 Million for Failure to Treat  (2017-06-12 16:52:19)
A blog post detailing a medical malpractice case out of Pennsylvania.

The Federal Torts Claims Act (FTCA) and Medical Malpractice  (2017-06-12 16:55:04)
A blog post about FTCA, which allows the U.S. government to be sued in court and how it affects some medical malpractice claims.

Government Sovereign Immunity and its Effect on Liability  (2017-06-14 13:17:40)
A blog post about when the government is immune to being sued and found liable in a lawsuit and when it is not.

Connecticut Court Bars Immigration Questions in Personal Injury Deposition  (2017-06-14 13:25:06)
A blog post detailing a case in which a deposition for a motor vehicle accident became an interrogation over immigration status.

Considering Business Liability for Personal Injury  (2017-06-14 16:37:09)
A blog post about when a business owes a customer a duty of care and when that duty is breached and causes harm to the customer.

Vicarious Liability and Negligence: What You Should Know  (2017-06-14 16:41:38)
A blog post about the legal theory of vicarious liability, being held responsible for the action and/or negligence of another.

Tribal Employee Granted Immunity in Connecticut Personal Injury Case  (2017-06-14 16:44:57)
A blog post about a Connecticut Court ruling the doctrine of tribal sovereign immunity extends to both the tribe as a whole and its employees as individuals.

Common Considerations for a Neck Injury Settlement  (2017-06-14 16:47:18)
A blog post outlining tips and considerations for individuals filing a claim for neck injuries.

When Can I Be Held Responsible for Someone Else's Poor Driving?  (2017-06-14 16:52:17)
A blog post about the legal theory of vicarious liability.

Should I Hire a Lawyer to Help with My Car Accident Claim?  (2017-06-14 16:55:04)
A blog post about car accident claims and steps to take including whether to hire a lawyer to help.

Questions from an Employer to Avoid in an Interview  (2017-06-19 15:56:28)
A blog post recommending questions employers should avoid asking when interviewing prospective employees.

Employer Justification of Inconsistent Treatment of Employees  (2017-06-19 15:58:20)
A blog post about when an employer is justified in treating certain employees differently from past policies.

Employer Handling of Employee Discrimination Complaint  (2017-06-19 16:00:12)
A blog post about how employers should properly handle filed complaints.

Employer Discrimination Training for Management  (2017-06-19 16:01:51)
A blog post about management and supervisor training techniques for anti-discrimination policies.

Employer Creation of an Anti-Discrimination Policy  (2017-06-19 16:05:59)
A blog post about how employers can create their own anti-discrimination policies for their business.

What Is Considered Sexual Harassment?  (2017-06-19 16:08:10)
A blog post about the problems of sexual favoritism and when sexual favoritism does and does not violate Title VII.

Title VII Coverage of Employment Agencies  (2017-06-19 16:10:09)
A blog post about what is covered under Title VII.

The EEOC Employer Record Keeping Regulations  (2017-06-19 16:11:57)
A blog post about the record keeping regulations relating to anti-discrimination statutes.

Religious Accommodation and Dress and Grooming Policies  (2017-06-19 16:14:45)
A blog post about the creation of reasonable religious accommodations and why they are needed.

Race and Color Discrimination  (2017-06-19 16:21:26)
A blog post about the difference between racial discrimination and color discrimination and what qualifies as racial or color discrimination.

Employment Tests and Discriminatory Contests  (2017-06-19 16:26:02)
A blog post about how certain employment tests may be in violation of anti-discrimination laws.

Employer Reliance on Customer Preference Is Possible National Origin Discrimination  (2017-06-19 16:28:42)
A blog post about how an employer may be discriminating based on national origin if he or she makes a decision based on what a customer may like to see when doing business with the company.

Employer Discrimination on the Basis of Abortion  (2017-06-19 16:31:03)
A blog post about Title VII protection against discrimination against pregnancy and how discrimination based on abortion falls under it.

Employer Accent Discrimination  (2017-06-19 16:33:20)
A blog post about the problems with making employment decisions based on an employee or a prospective employee's accent.

EEOC Guidance on Criminal Records and Disproportionate Treatment  (2017-06-21 14:38:38)
A blog post about how employers can avoid violating ant-discrimination statutes when evaluating prospective employees who have criminal records.

Continuation of Medical Benefits Under the ADA and FMLA  (2017-06-21 14:45:09)
A blog post about whether an employee is obligated to maintain medical coverage while the employee is out on leave.

The Sex Discrimination Case That Won't Die  (2017-06-21 14:48:09)
A blog post about a sex discrimination case out of Washington D.C. that has been pending for 27 years and counting.

Scorned Columbia Law Professor Sues for Age Discrimination  (2017-06-21 14:52:05)
A blog post about an age discrimination case out of New York where a law professor was pressured by Columbia to retire by favoring younger faculty members and making it difficult for him to meet his teaching quota.

My Child Is Eligible for Special Ed: Now What?  (2017-06-21 15:04:26)
A blog post about the beginning steps parents should expect when meeting with an IEP team for the first time.

First Labor Policy Shift Under Trump Is Underway  (2017-06-21 15:12:06)
A blog post about changes being made under President Trump on the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Family Medical Leave Act to Care for Adult Children  (2017-06-21 15:19:33)
A blog post about changes to the FMLA that allow employees with adult children that are disabled or incapable of self-care due to physical or mental disability to care for them.

Employer Same-Sex Marriage Family Medical Leave Coverage  (2017-06-21 15:24:36)
A blog post about changes to the definition of the word "spouse" in the Family Medical Leave Act that now allows same-sex couples to take protected leave to care for spouses.

Employer Responsibilities Under the Employee Polygraph Protection Act  (2017-06-21 15:37:41)
A blog post about the allowances under the Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

Employer Responsibilities for Record Keeping Under the Employee Polygraph Protection Act  (2017-06-21 15:44:48)
A blog post about record keeping rules and responsibilities for employers who do utilize the use of polygraph examinations on their employees.

Employer Requirements Under the Fair Labor Standards Act  (2017-06-21 16:08:40)
A blog post further explaining requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act

Employer Request for Documentation Under the FMLA, and the “Final Rule,” to Determine Family Relationships  (2017-06-21 16:13:36)
A blog post explaining the definition update in the FMLA and how it affects same-sex families.

Employer Penalties for Violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act  (2017-06-21 16:18:24)
A blog post about appropriate penalties for different violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employer Information Regarding Employee Garnishments  (2017-06-21 16:30:35)
A blog post about garnishment compliance with the Consumer Credit Protection Act.

Employer and Employee Coverage Under the Fair Labor Standards Act  (2017-06-21 16:35:07)
A blog post about the requirements for coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Civil Unions Not Covered Under the Family Medical Leave Act  (2017-06-21 16:41:34)
A blog post on why civil unions are not considered a marriage under the definitions for the Family Medical Leave Act.

An Overview of Connecticut's Personal Injury Laws  (2017-06-21 16:46:50)
A blog post reviewing the basic information regarding the law a person should know going into a personal injury claim in Connecticut.

Dram Shop Laws and Social Host Responsibility in Connecticut  (2017-06-21 16:48:57)
A blog post about laws regarding the responsibilities of a person hosting a social function at which alcohol is served.

Connecticut Jury Awards $2M to Man Who Fell Down Stairs, Fractured Skull  (2017-06-21 16:52:40)
A blog post about a case out of Stamford, CT in which a man who was renting rooms from the defendant and was severely injured in a fall down a flight of stairs.

When Is the Government Liable for a Bike Accident?  (2017-06-21 16:54:39)
A blog post overviewing the possible dangers on the road a government can be liable for if they cause a bike accident.

Proving Fault in a Slip and Fall Case  (2017-06-23 13:19:45)
A blog post about the legal process of proving who is at fault when you slip and fall and what can ruin your chances of recovering damages fully.

What Is the “Duty of Care”?  (2017-06-23 13:23:14)
A blog post about the legal theory of the duty of care and how it influences the recovery of negligence cases.

Dealing with the Family Home During Divorce: The Sale Option  (2017-06-23 14:36:15)
A blog post about how to handle selling a house with your spouse during divorce proceedings.

Dealing with the Family Home During Divorce: The Co-Ownership Option  (2017-06-23 14:43:57)
A blog post about how to properly split ownership of a house during and after a divorce is final in cases where a family does not want to uproot the children from a home just yet.

Dealing with the Family Home During Divorce: The Buyout Option  (2017-06-23 14:47:52)
A blog post about the pros and cons and legal process to performing a buyout of the family home during divorce.

Legal Separation and Separate Maintenance  (2017-06-23 14:59:25)
A blog post about the differences between a divorce and a legal separation and how a spouse can still receive financial support from a higher earning spouse.

What to Do if Your Spouse Fails to Make Alimony Payments  (2017-06-23 15:01:59)
A blog post about options available when a spouse fails to make or refuses to pay alimony.

Bankruptcy and Alimony: What You Should Know  (2017-06-23 15:52:31)
A blog post about dealing with alimony during times of bankruptcy.

What Is Palimony? An Overview  (2017-06-23 15:54:45)
A blog post about how unmarried couples who cohabited for a number of years can provide support for each other after separation.

Challenges Faced During Same-Sex Divorce  (2017-06-23 15:57:09)
A blog post about the divorce process and how same-sex couples may face extra challenges when filing.

Health Insurance and Divorce: What You Should Know  (2017-06-23 15:59:53)
A blog post about what a family can do about health insurance during divorce, such as how to include it in the settlement and how to secure temporary coverage for a former spouse or children.

Connecticut Court Denies Motion to Relocate for Work in Film Industry  (2017-06-23 16:10:43)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut in which an unmarried father with full custody was denied a motion to relocate due to the high cost of living in the new destination.

An Attorney's Ethical Duties and Limitations in Divorce Discovery  (2017-06-23 17:04:43)
A blog post about what a lawyer can and can't ethically do for a client during a divorce claim.

Common Tax Considerations in Divorce  (2017-06-26 13:12:09)
A blog post about what fees and payments are tax deductible during divorce.

High Conflict Divorce and Child Custody  (2017-06-26 13:15:02)
A blog post about the problems and challenges that come with volatile divorces in which child custody is also an issue.

Connecticut Policy on the Removal of Guardianship  (2017-06-26 13:16:53)
A blog post about the current policy in Connecticut regarding guardianship and when it is fit to be removed.

Life Insurance and Divorce Division of Property  (2017-06-26 13:21:03)
A blog post about how couples can ensure the life insurance policy they purchased is properly included into the settlement agreement and is doing what the parties intended it to do.

Sale of Beachfront Home After Sandy Meets Impossibility of Performance  (2017-06-26 13:28:03)
A blog post about a divorcing couple who could not sell their home at the agreed price due to damage by Hurricane Sandy.

Connecicut High Stakes Divorce Implements New Rules  (2017-06-26 13:34:32)
A blog post about the details and implications of a particular high stakes divorce out of Connecticut.

Connecticut Lawyer Publishes Divorce Book for National Project  (2017-06-26 13:37:42)
A blog post about an upcoming self-help book about divorce being written by a Connecticut attorney to help those going through the difficult process of a break-up.

Default Divorce Pros and Cons: An Overview  (2017-06-26 13:42:26)
A blog post about how default divorces can be helpful to certain couples and how they can be damaging to some defendants in default divorce.

The Implications of Divorce and HIPAA Violations  (2017-06-26 13:47:34)
A blog post about a recent case involving a divorce that caused a violation of HIPAA when an employee of a healthcare provider left behind classified patient information after a divorce.

Connecticut Court Rules Child Support Can Increase with Ex's Income  (2017-06-26 13:52:31)
A blog post about a ruling out of Connecticut that confirms child support payments can increase when an ex's income increases.

The Potential Benefits of Divorce Mediation  (2017-06-26 13:54:43)
A blog post about reasons why a couple may opt for mediation over trial during divorce.

High Profile Stephenson Divorce and CTCA Assets Back in Court  (2017-06-26 14:02:57)
A blog post about a divorce involving the founder of the Cancer Treatment Centers of America.

Important Considerations After Service of Petition for Divorce  (2017-06-26 14:05:06)
A blog post about recommendations of steps to take after you file for divorce.

Connecticut's Legal Grounds for Annulment  (2017-06-26 14:07:18)
A blog post about when a couple could have grounds to proceed with an annulment instead of a divorce or legal separation.

Important Considerations for a Gray Divorce  (2017-06-26 14:08:44)
A blog post about divorce past the age of 50.

Judge Annuls US Lawmaker's Marriage Making Asset Division Null  (2017-06-26 14:12:47)
A blog post about a lawmaker whose annulment means the marriage never existed so the lawmaker does not need to worry about dividing the assets evenly.

Divorce, Child Support & the Child Tax Credit  (2017-06-26 14:14:38)
A blog post about how to claim child support and the child tax credit.

Court Suspends Child Support for Teen Who Refuses to Visit Dad  (2017-06-26 14:17:11)
A blog post about a case in which a court suspends child support payments because the child refuses to visit the father that is making the payments of support.

Finding Hidden Assets in Divorce Discovery and Litigation  (2017-06-26 14:19:47)
A blog post about how you and an attorney can find additional assets during discovery and litigation for divorce.

Connecticut Law and Property Distribution: An Overview  (2017-06-26 14:21:58)
A blog post about the Connecticut laws and factors affecting the division of property in a divorce.

Court Upholds Motion for Contempt on Failure to Divide Property  (2017-06-26 14:25:14)
A blog post detailing a case out of Connecticut in which a court ruled that failing to divide property during a divorce is grounds for contempt.

New York Court Allows Parents to Record Child's 3rd Party Interaction  (2017-06-26 14:29:01)
A blog post about a case in which a court ruled that only one party needs to consent a recording in the best interest of a child.

The Rise of Post-Nuptial Agreements  (2017-06-26 14:32:54)
A blog post about how post-nups work and why they are rising in popularity with wealthy couples.

How Does a Motion for Contempt Work in Divorce Law?  (2017-06-26 14:35:07)
A blog post about how a motion for contempt can be used against a spouse when he or she does not comply with the court orders of the divorce.

The Validity of Living Together Contracts  (2017-06-26 14:37:56)
A blog post about how couples can cohabitate and still have similar benefits and protections of a married couple.

New York Backs Faster Contempt Findings Over Child Support  (2017-06-26 14:40:25)
A blog post about New York making it easier for courts to find contempt over child support issues.

Non-Marital Agreements & Living Together Contracts: An Overview  (2017-06-26 14:42:43)
A blog post overviewing pros and cons of living contracts over marriage.

Remarriage and Child Support Obligations in Connecticut  (2017-06-26 14:45:18)
A blog post about child support between divorced parents and what a parent can do when the other party remarries or has additional children in a new marriage.

Debt Division in Divorce Proceedings  (2017-06-26 14:46:59)
A blog post about how a couple should go about dividing the shared debt during a divorce.

Divorce Proceedings with a Missing Spouse  (2017-06-26 14:49:03)
A blog post about how to proceed with a divorce in the event the filing party does not know the current whereabouts of the spouse.

The Basics of Default Divorce  (2017-06-26 14:51:09)
A blog post about what a default divorce is, how much one costs, how long it takes, and how to perform one.

Is Divorce Mediation Right for Me?  (2017-06-26 14:53:19)
A blog post outlining why mediation may be a better option for some couples seeking divorce.

Pendente Lite: Temporary Orders in a Divorce Action  (2017-06-26 14:57:31)
A blog post about immediate restrictions that are put into place when a couple enters divorce proceedings.

Late-Life Divorce: An Overview  (2017-06-26 14:59:20)
A blog post about divorcing after the age of 50 and how it affects estate planning and other late-life aspects.

Man's Claim of Valid Marriage Can Proceed, New York Court Says  (2017-06-26 15:02:10)
A blog post about a couple in the midst of a divorce claiming that their marriage is in fact valid despite not obtaining a marriage license.

Court Possessed Jurisdiction over a Motion to Return Child  (2017-06-26 15:06:20)
A blog post about a case out of Connecticut in which the children of a divorced couple were being kept by the mother in Florida despite being students of the Connecticut school system where the father resides.

Husband Protested Renewed Order to Pay Wife $246,000  (2017-06-26 15:09:14)
A blog post about a case in which a husband protests high payment orders.

Connecticut Court Modifies Alimony, Child Support After Husband Lost Job  (2017-06-26 15:11:16)
A blog post about a case in which a court allowed a husband altered alimony and child support payments after he lost his job and had a lowered income.

The Collaborative Divorce Process: An Overview  (2017-06-26 15:13:26)
A blog post about how couples can collaborate during divorce proceeding to ease the process for each other.

Should I Choose Divorce Court or Mediation?  (2017-06-26 15:15:04)
A blog post about factors to consider when debating between divorce court and mediation.

Do I Need to Keep Records of Alimony Payments?  (2017-06-28 13:01:15)
A blog post about what type of records both former spouses should be keeping regarding alimony payments.

What to Look for if You Suspect Your Spouse Is Trying to Hide Assets  (2017-06-28 13:03:57)
A blog post about how to assure you are getting your fair share in assets during an asset division in divorce.

Maintaining Your Credit During a Divorce  (2017-06-28 13:06:07)
A blog post about how to get a divorce without affecting your credit score.

The Divorce Process and Child Custody Evaluations  (2017-06-28 13:08:31)
A blog post about what parents can expect from child custody evaluations during divorce if ordered by a judge.

Divorce and the Discovery Process  (2017-06-28 13:11:04)
A blog post about the discovery phase of the divorce process, including interrogatories. depositions and document productions.

Legal Separation in Connecticut: An Overview  (2017-06-28 13:15:32)
A blog post about the laws and procedures in Connecticut regarding legal separation.

Court Finds that Children Have the Right to Define Title of Step-Parents  (2017-06-28 13:22:45)
A blog post about a case in which the court ruled the child gets to make the decision on what they will or won't call their step-parents if they are mature enough.

A Guide to Child Visitation and the Parent-Child Relationship  (2017-06-28 13:33:39)
A blog post about dos and don'ts of spliting custody and visitations with children during and after divorce.

State Supreme Court Can't Vacate Divorce after Reconciling  (2017-06-28 13:36:49)
A blog post about a court ruling that it is not within the jurisdiction of a court to vacate a divorce order not because it is invalid, but rather because the parties reconciled.

Privacy and Divorce Records: What You Should Know  (2017-06-28 13:42:22)
A blog post about what documents involved in your divorce are private and how you can request for documents and information to be kept private.

Husband Installs Spyware on Wife's Phone Before Filing Divorce  (2017-06-28 13:47:50)
A blog post about a case in which a husband trying to gain an advantage in his divorce litigation by intercepting all private communications was discovered by the courts.

Remarriage and Alimony in Connecticut  (2017-06-28 13:49:38)
A blog post about the rules and procedures in Connecticut surrounding remarriage and how it affects alimony.

Types of Child Custody: An Overview  (2017-06-28 13:55:40)
A blog post about the different types of child custody and which types work better with which family situations.

Stock Options and the Marital Estate  (2017-06-28 13:57:29)
A blog post about how to handle the marital estate during divorce.

Connecticut Court Possessed Jurisdiction in Motion to Return Minor Child  (2017-06-28 14:00:17)
A blog post about a case in which a court had to order a mother to return the child to school in Connecticut with the father after the child's visit to Florida during Christmas break.

Grandparent Custody and Visitation after a Divorce  (2017-06-28 14:02:20)
A blog post about when courts allow for custody and visitation under the grandparents.

Man Sentenced to 18 Months for Threatening Judge During Divorce  (2017-06-28 14:06:43)
A blog post about a divorce proceeding being interrupted when a party threatened the judge's life via email.

How Legislatures Can Amend Divorce for Victims of Spousal Abuse  (2017-06-28 14:09:00)
A blog post about what forms of protection a court can provide an abused spouse during divorce proceedings.

Divorce Legal Fees and Tax Deductions: An Overview  (2017-06-28 14:11:08)
A blog post about what fees can be tax deductible and which cannot.

Estate Planning and Asset Protection in Divorce  (2017-06-28 14:12:45)
A blog post about how to protect your estate and assets during a divorce.

What Is a Divorce by Default Judgment?  (2017-06-28 14:14:49)
A blog post about what default divorce is, how to get one, and when it is useful.

Domestic Partners and Unmarried Couples: An Overview  (2017-06-28 14:32:01)
A blog post about what steps domestic partners and unmarried couples can take to protect themselves during separation.

Bridgeport Man Sues After Mistaken Identity Arrests  (2017-06-28 14:37:13)
A blog post about a man's unfortunate mistaken identity which led to his false arrest for multiple days.

What a Client Should Know About Alimony State Reform  (2017-06-28 14:40:08)
A blog post about changes that were made to the alimony system and how women can protect themselves following these new changes.

Divorce and the Name Change Process  (2017-06-28 14:57:29)
A blog post about when and how to make a name change whether a divorce is involved or some other major life event call for it.

Connecticut Judicial Branch Plans Layoffs and Closures for Fiscal Year  (2017-06-28 15:03:42)
A blog post about changes made to the Connecticut judicial system for the 2016-17 fiscal year.

Upcoming Ruling Could Have Shocking Impact on State's Voyeurism Law  (2017-06-28 15:08:34)
A blog post about Connecticut's voyeurism laws.

Connecticut Divorce: The 90 Day Waiting Period  (2017-06-28 15:12:41)
A blog post about the reasons behind Connecticut's 90-day waiting period and what to do during that time.

No-Fault Divorce in Connecticut  (2017-06-28 15:14:42)
A blog post about Connecticut standards on no-fault divorce and the differences between a no-fault divorce and a fault divorce.

The Panama Papers Leak: An Overview  (2017-06-28 15:17:56)
A blog post about the Panama Papers leak and the legal issues surrounding it.

Proper Response Procedure in Divorce Litigation  (2017-06-28 15:27:43)
A blog post about procedural guidelines on how to respond in divorce court.

State Jurisdictions Raise Divorce Probe Issues  (2017-06-28 15:32:30)
A blog post about a case in which a wealthy couple wish to stay out of their son's divorce that the daughter-in-law is trying to bring them into.

Divorce and Bifurcation: An Overview  (2017-06-28 15:36:06)
A blog post about how a couple can seek to be officially divorced before the details of the settlement are agreed upon.

Governor Signs Bill Hastening Divorce for Abuse Victims  (2017-06-28 15:39:19)
A blog post about how the Pennsylvania government and courts are working towards better protection for abuse victims during divorce.

Legislature Allows Suit for Prior Divorce Misconduct  (2017-06-28 15:42:16)
A blog post about changes being made to divorce proceedings in Connecticut.

Important Divorce Issues to Discuss with Your Attorney  (2017-06-28 15:47:47)
A helpful checklist for topics to discuss with an attorney when starting divorce proceedings.

Courts Can Impute Income for Child Support in Connecticut  (2017-06-28 15:51:26)
A blog post about how courts handle parents who are intentionally lowering their income to get out of paying for child support.

Prenuptial Agreements in Connecticut  (2017-06-28 15:55:17)
A blog post about prenuptial agreement procedure in Connecticut.

Does Adultery Affect Alimony in Connecticut?  (2017-06-28 15:57:10)
A blog post about how and when adultery will affect spousal support in divorce.

The Divorce Process Timeline  (2017-06-28 15:59:18)
A blog post about the divorce process and what to expect at different stages of the case.

Protective Orders in Connecticut  (2017-06-28 16:03:27)
A blog post about the different types of restraining orders available in Connecticut and various common provisions that can be included.

Alimony and Your Taxes: What You Should Know  (2017-06-30 13:10:03)
A blog post about what is or is not tax deductible in a divorce settlement agreement.

Court Awards Lump Sum Payment to Wife  (2017-06-30 13:14:25)
A blog post about a case in which based on the husband's award of the residence and his expected estate from his mother influenced the wife's award from the divorce.

Can I Change Spousal Support After My Divorce?  (2017-06-30 13:17:30)
A blog post about spousal support and how the court can modify it.

Court Modifies Alimony from $1600 to $6000 Per Month  (2017-06-30 13:24:05)
A blog post about a case in which a court modified an alimony payment due to income increase and health deterioration.

Child Custody and Domestic Violence: An Overview  (2017-06-30 13:34:20)
A blog post about how to handle divorce and children in cases where there was domestic violence between spouses.

Legal Remedies for Child Abduction by a Parent  (2017-06-30 13:36:23)
A blog post about how to handle situations in which a child is abducted by a parent who does not have custody and what steps to take to remedy it.

Divorce, Parent Plans and Supervised Visitation  (2017-06-30 13:42:13)
A blog post about supervised visitation, when courts will typically order it and how to make parental plans.

Alimony Calculations Change with New York State Law  (2017-06-30 13:45:36)
A blog post about alimony in New York state and changes being made to the way the courts do the calculations to determine how much a spouse will be awarded.

Visitation and Custody Interference: An Overview  (2017-06-30 13:51:18)
A blog post about various common problems with visitation and custody and how to best solve the problems without losing visitation privileges.

Trumbull Boy Found Safe After Father's Kidnapping  (2017-06-30 14:04:51)
A blog post about a case in which a young boy was kidnapped by his father and was later found safe while the search for the father continued.

Process to Terminate Parental Rights Varies Widely by State  (2017-06-30 14:07:29)
A blog post about the different processes to terminate parental rights when the parent is found unfit to parent their children.

A Guide to Guardianship in Connecticut Probate Court  (2017-06-30 14:09:20)
A blog post about Connecticut rules and regulations regarding guardianship of children.

Primary Caretaker Determination in Custody Disputes  (2017-06-30 14:11:08)
A blog post about how the courts determine who would be the best primary caretaker in a custody battle.

Paternity Issues and Child Support: An Overview  (2017-06-30 14:13:33)
A blog post about how child support is determined if the paternity of the child is in question.

Connecticut Child Support Guidelines  (2017-06-30 14:15:13)
A blog post outlining the basics of child support in Connecticut and what you should know.

How Do Courts Calculate Child Support?  (2017-06-30 14:17:23)
A blog post about child support and how courts determine what is owed and for how long.

Child Support and Taxes: An Overview  (2017-06-30 14:19:07)
A blog post about filing taxes after divorce with child support.

Ex-Wife Sought Foreclosure When Husband Did Not Pay Back Loan  (2017-06-30 14:28:31)
A blog post about a case in which a woman placed a judgment lien on her ex-husband's property after he had not payed back his loan with her.

Divorce in the Bridgeport Jurisdiction  (2017-06-30 14:36:03)
A blog post about the rules and regulations surrounding divorce in the Bridgeport jurisdiction.

401K Plan Participants May Sue Former Spouse for Benefits  (2017-06-30 14:39:03)
A blog post about 401K plans and what rights former spouses are entitled to.

Debunking Common Divorce Myths  (2017-06-30 14:44:02)
A blog post about the top ten common misconceptions of divorce.

Selling Real Estate in Divorce: An Overview  (2017-06-30 14:45:54)
A blog post about real estate transactions during the divorce proceedings.

Maintaining Retirement Plans after a Late-Life Divorce  (2017-06-30 14:48:04)
A blog post about how to maintain your financial retirement plans after a financial blow like divorce.

Divorce Outcomes: What You Should Know  (2017-06-30 14:50:04)
A blog post about when to expect going into divorce and when get a lawyer and when a lawyer is not needed.

High Court Ends Double-Dipping in Divorce  (2017-06-30 14:54:26)
A blog post about the courts putting an end to spouses getting double payment for one asset.

Divorce and Conflicts of Law: An Overview  (2017-06-30 14:56:38)
A blog post about common problems faced during divorce and how to overcome them.

Bill to Expedite Divorce Requires Simplicity and No Contest  (2017-06-30 14:58:49)
A blog post about legislation in Connecticut that would allow couples to get their divorces finalized within a month.

Understanding Premarital Agreements and their Alternatives  (2017-06-30 15:02:08)
A blog post about prenuptials and the alternative couples can take if prenups are not appropriate for their situation.

Woman Sued for Writing ‘Bum’ and ‘Loser’ on Alimony Checks  (2017-06-30 15:13:19)
A blog post about a man suing his ex-wife for emotional distress after she continually name called on the alimony checks.

How Divorce Can Affect Your Credit  (2017-06-30 15:17:38)
A blog post about the financial difficulties divorce may cause.

Late Life Divorce and Health Care Coverage  (2017-06-30 15:20:07)
A blog post about how to secure health care coverage late in life following a divorce.

A Guide to Find the Right Divorce Attorney  (2017-06-30 15:22:44)
A blog post with tips for people looking for attorneys to consult with during divorce.

A Look at Cohabitation and Alimony Entitlement  (2017-06-30 15:24:41)
A blog post about the legal effects of an ex-spouse cohabitating with a new partner.

Continuing Insurance Coverage After Divorce  (2017-06-30 15:29:08)
A blog post about changes made to insurance coverage for ex-spouses and children after divorce.

The Rising Popularity of Post Nuptial Agreements  (2017-06-30 15:31:56)
A blog post about what a post nuptial agreement is, how it is different from a prenup and why it is gaining so much popularity in recent years.

An Overview of Financial Affidavits in Divorce Procedure  (2017-06-30 15:34:06)
A blog post about why courts need financial information during divorce and how to share you information with the court.

Equitable Distribution in Connecticut: An Overview  (2017-06-30 15:36:15)
A blog post about how Connecticut courts handle the division of property during divorce.

Confidentiality Agreements: Preventing Dissemination of Private Info  (2017-06-30 16:08:57)
A blog post about how to keep private matters private during divorce.

High Court Recognizes Same Sex Couples in Divorce Law  (2017-06-30 16:16:24)
A blog post about changes being made to divorce laws that will now recognize same sex couples in court.

Connecticut Lawmakers Move to Make Accused Abusers Surrender Firearms  (2017-06-30 16:18:28)
A blog post about a change being made to gun laws and accused abusive gun owners.

‘Alimony Reimbursment’ Ruled Illegal Retroactive Modification  (2017-07-03 13:49:22)
A blog post about a court ruling against a lower courts decision to have a mother reimburse child care payments.

Allocating Property and Debt in Divorce  (2017-07-03 13:51:44)
A blog post about how the courts will divide different types of property between spouses during divorce.

Loans Made During Prior Marriage Subject to Judgment Lien  (2017-07-03 13:55:37)
A blog post about a case in which a court rules that trial court had jurisdiction over foreclosure action because of loans that needed repayment.

Guardian Ad Litem: When Does My Child Need a Lawyer?  (2017-07-03 13:58:28)
A blog post about child advocacy and when children should have their own representation in divorce proceedings.

Titles and Definitions to Know in Connecticut Divorce Law  (2017-07-03 14:01:03)
A helpful list of terms to know when going through a divorce in the state of Connecticut.

Appellate Court Affirms Rejection to Name Grandparents as Guardians  (2017-07-03 14:06:05)
A blog post about a case in which a court ruled a pair of grandparents unfit to be guardians because of criminal records and lack of capability.

Connecticut Court Denies Request that Ex-Wife Contribute to Child's College Expenses  (2017-07-03 14:08:37)
A blog post about a case in which a court ruled that an ex-wife in a difficult financial circumstance was not required to contribute to paying for her child's education.

Parenting Agreements: An Overview  (2017-07-03 14:10:12)
A blog post about the necessary agreements that must be made between divorcing spouses when children are involved.

Parental Kidnapping: What Is it and How Do I Prevent it?  (2017-07-03 14:12:14)
A blog post about what to do to avoid a situation in which a former spouse kidnaps their child from the legal guardian.

Connecticut Court Grants Wife's Request to Relocate with Child  (2017-07-03 14:14:59)
A blog post about a case in which a court allowed for a mother and her child to move back to California away from the father in Connecticut.

Common Questions about Property Division in Connecticut  (2017-07-03 14:17:08)
A blog post answering common questions for people getting a divorce in Connecticut.

Residency Requirements in Military Divorce  (2017-07-03 14:18:46)
A blog post about divorce for couples in the military.

Differences Between Civilian and Military Divorce  (2017-07-03 14:21:00)
A blog post about how divorces differ between civilians and members of the military.

Civil Annulment in Connecticut  (2017-07-03 14:22:30)
A blog post with helpful information for people considering an annulment in Connecticut.

An Act Concerning a Non-Adversarial Dissolution of Marriage  (2017-07-03 14:29:07)
A blog post about a new bill that is affecting the way non-adversarial divorces are being conducted.

Injunction, Contempt and How Courts Enforce Divorce Law  (2017-07-03 14:31:17)
A blog post about different ways a court can enforce divorce law and the penalties for spouses that do not follow orders.

Modifying Final Judgments and Alimony  (2017-07-03 14:32:58)
A blog post about how to make changes to divorce agreements after the final judgment is passed.

Dissolution of Marriage Granted Despite Foreign Jurisdiction  (2017-07-03 14:35:46)
A blog post about a case in which a Connecticut court granted a divorce to a couple who was married in Guatemala and one of the spouses had never stepped foot in Connecticut.

Connecticut Law on Divorce, Child Custody and Support  (2017-07-03 14:37:32)
A blog post about the rules and regulations in Connecticut surrounding child custody and support.

Remarriage, Cohabitation and Other Variables to Alimony  (2017-07-03 14:39:10)
A blog post about different elements that can affect the alimony award in a divorce.

Collaborative Law and the Divorce Process  (2017-07-03 14:41:34)
A blog post about the collaboration option some couples can take when seeking a divorce and how it differs from the mediation option.

Divorce and Protection of Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs)  (2017-07-03 14:44:05)
A blog post about what a temporary restraining order is and how one can help you during your divorce proceedings.

Appeal Granted Due to Ambiguous Separation Agreement  (2017-07-03 14:46:46)
A blog post about a case in which a court reversed an alimony agreement due to ambiguity in the agreement.

Attorney Asks Court to Reinstate Him to Yacht Club  (2017-07-03 14:56:21)
A blog post about a former member of a yacht club, who resigned due to a fight, trying to get a court order to order the club to reinstate his membership.

Divorce ‘Doc-U-Prep’ Ruled Unauthorized Practice of Law in Connecticut  (2017-07-03 15:02:14)
A blog post about how a business was ruled unauthorized to do business assisting people with legal documents during divorce.

Connecticut Lawyer Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Work in Divorce Reform  (2017-07-03 15:05:25)
A blog post about a Connecticut attorney being honored for his work in divorce reform in Connecticut.

Panama Papers Reveal Problems for Divorce Process  (2017-07-03 15:07:59)
A blog post about how off shore accounts are helping the wealthy to hide assets during divorce.

Divorce Procedure: How to Serve Divorce Papers  (2017-07-03 15:09:31)
A blog post about proper procedure for service when commencing divorce proceedings.

Connecticut Court Denies Request to Modify Alimmony  (2017-07-03 15:13:03)
A blog post about a case in which a court refused alter alimony payments for a husband who claimed his ex-wife changed her living and financial situation.

Appellate Court Reverses Order to Reimburse Day Care Payments  (2017-07-03 15:19:38)
A blog post about a case in which a court ruled that a mother did not have to reimburse a father for daycare payments.

Important Factors to Consider if Your Child Is Facing Expulsion  (2017-07-10 14:27:24)
A blog post about what you need to do and think about when it looks like your child is about to be kicked out of school.

Legislative Updates for Connecticut Employees  (2017-07-10 14:31:00)
A blog post about upcoming changes in Connecticut for employment law.

New Mexico Public Schools Accused of Constitutional Violations  (2017-07-10 14:35:12)
A blog post about a case out of New Mexico in which a school was under investigation of violating student's constitutional rights.

Should Children Have to Go to School Younger?  (2017-07-10 14:42:25)
A blog post about a proposed bill in Nevada that may mandate children to start school sooner.

Teacher Bullying: What You Can Do When a Teacher Assaults Your Child  (2017-07-10 14:46:20)
A blog post about what to do when faced with the tough decision following an assault or bullying by a teacher.

Fast Food Restaurant Requirements Under the Fair Labor Standards Act  (2017-07-10 14:48:51)
A blog post about what employers at fast food restaurants are required to provide.

Youthful Employee Driving Requirements  (2017-07-10 14:51:54)
A blog post about when an employer can and cannot require a teen employee to drive as part of their employment duties.

Commission Employee Exemption from Overtime under the FLSA  (2017-07-10 14:57:07)
A blog post about the minimum wage and overtime exemptions for retail workers provided by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Minimum Wage Exemptions for Nurses and the Learned Professional Exemption  (2017-07-10 14:59:17)
A blog post about the minimum wage and overtime exemptions for nurses provided by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Paying Less than Minimum Wage for Employees with Disabilities under the FLSA  (2017-07-10 15:02:54)
A blog post about minimum wage exemptions for disabled employees as provided by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Regulations for Employing Youthful Employees in the Amusement Park and Recreational Establishment Arena  (2017-07-10 15:11:28)
A blog post about the regulations employers must keep in mind when they employ teens for their amusement park and recreational business.

Connecticut Court Rules that Alimony Provision Is Self-Executing  (2017-07-10 15:18:07)
A blog post about a particular divorce out of Connecticut in which a court ruled that alimony ended as soon as an ex-wife wife began to cohabitate with a boyfriend.

Alimony in Connecticut: An Overview  (2017-07-10 15:20:31)
A blog post about the different types of alimony,how to be eligible for alimony, and the laws surrounding them in Connecticut.

Connecticut Divorce Requirements  (2017-07-10 15:22:03)
A blog post about the requirements in Connecticut to get a divorce.

What Are the Possible Outcomes of Divorce?  (2017-07-10 15:24:01)
A blog post about the possible outcomes and couple can face after they have completed the divorce.

A Nondisclosure Agreement Can Protect Trade Secrets  (2017-07-10 15:32:50)
A blog post about how your business can protect its trade secrets.

New “Defend Trade Secrets Act” Creates Right to Sue in Federal Court  (2017-07-10 15:35:17)
A blog post about how a new act is affecting the way courts hear business and trade secret cases.

Suit Blames Snapchat for High-Speed Auto Accident  (2017-07-10 15:41:37)
A blog post about a case in which a car accident was caused by a party's use of the social media app Snapchat while driving.

Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (CUTPA): An Overview  (2017-07-10 15:45:59)
A blog post about the Connecticut laws centered around trade practices and consumer protection

How Will Divorce Affect My Credit?  (2017-07-10 15:48:14)
A blog post about how divorce proceedings can take a toll on your credit.

Customers Allege Deceptive Pricing by Retailers  (2017-07-10 15:56:19)
A blog post about multiple cases citing deceptive pricing by multiple major brands.

What Are Contingencies in a Home Purchase Contract?  (2017-07-10 16:05:21)
A blog post about possible contingencies during the home buying process.

New York Bill Will Analyze Phone Activity After Accidents  (2017-07-10 16:09:21)
A blog post about a proposed bill in New York that will require drivers involved in accidents to turn over their phones to determine if they were texting or talking on the phone at the time of the accident.

An Overview of Sole Proprietor Taxation  (2017-07-10 16:14:32)
A blog post about responsibilities of a sole proprietor reporting business income and losses in tax returns.

New Connecticut Drug Law Reduces Inmates Awaiting Trial in Jail  (2017-07-10 16:19:16)
A blog post about changes made in Connecticut's drug law that has greatly reduced the number of inmates awaiting trial on drug charges.

Living Wills and Advanced Health Care Directives: An Overview  (2017-07-10 16:23:22)
A blog post about living wills and other health care directives.

Connecticut Court Upholds $100K Emotional Distress Award for Fired Therapist  (2017-07-10 16:57:44)
A blog post about a case in which a therapist recovered for negligent infliction of emotional distress after being terminated by the nursing home she worked at.

How Federal Laws Provide Disability Discrimination Protection at School  (2017-07-14 14:55:00)
A blog post about protecting our disabled children from discrimination while they are at school.

Products Liability: On Accutane Litigation  (2017-07-14 14:58:22)
A blog post about the popular acne drug accutane, why it was pulled from the shelves, and the litigation that followed.

McDonnell v. US: The Latest Look at Political Bribery  (2017-07-14 15:04:22)
A blog post looking into the Supreme Court case McDonnell v. US and political corruption.

Court of Appeals Reinstates NFL ‘Deflategate’ Suspension  (2017-07-14 15:12:59)
A blog post about the infamous deflategate appeals and Goodell's victory.

Apple v. Department of Justce: A Look at Privacy Rights in the Modern World  (2017-07-14 15:18:50)
A blog post looking into how modern technology has changed the way we look at privacy and how it has changed the privacy we have a right to.

Amended Rule 26(B)(1) Affects Employment Discovery  (2017-07-14 15:23:37)
A blog post about the change made to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the effect on the future of employment law disputes.

New York Family and Medical Leave Laws  (2017-07-14 15:27:57)
A blog post about the different entitlements New York employees have to different types of leave.

What Kinds of Job Interview Questions are Ilegal?  (2017-07-14 15:33:26)
A blog post about questions an employer must not ask when interviewing potential employees.

Connecticut's Family and Medical Leave Laws  (2017-07-14 15:39:23)
A blog post about the different entitlements to leave that Connecticut families have.

Has My Employer Violated FMLA?  (2017-07-14 15:45:00)
A blog post about the Family and Medical Leave Act and the steps to take if you suspect your boss has violated it.

Is Alcohol and Drug Abuse Considered a “Serious Health Condition” Under FMLA?  (2017-07-14 15:49:35)
A blog post about the Family and Medical Leave Act and what is covered under the act including alcohol and drug abuse and when you are entitled to leave.

When am I Entitled to Severance Pay?  (2017-07-14 15:55:55)
A blog post about severance pay and when an employer is required to pay their terminated employees severance.

Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities  (2017-07-14 16:01:57)
A blog post about how to get testing accommodations for your child with a learning disability or a 504 plan.

Do Connecticut Courts Consider Child's Preference when Determining Custody?  (2017-07-14 16:04:27)
A blog post about when a court will or won't take a child's opinion into account when determining which parent will be awarded custody in a divorce.

Psychological Testing in Custody Cases: An Overview  (2017-07-14 16:06:54)
A blog post about the divorce and child custody process and when a court may ask for a parent to have a psychological evaluation to determine their skills and fitness as a parent.

What's the Difference Between Legal and Physical Custody?  (2017-07-14 16:08:53)
A blog post about the different types of custody and what they mean for you and your child.

Complaint Alleges ERISA Violation to Avoid ACA Requirements  (2017-07-14 16:24:16)
A blog post about employee benefits requirements for employers providing health insurance.

New Trial Ordered in Pregnancy Bias Suit  (2017-07-14 16:27:36)
A blog post about a case in which an employee was denied doctor ordered light duty because she was pregnant.

Could Legislation Help Prevent Revenge Porn?  (2017-07-14 16:44:02)
A blog post about the impact of revenge porn and how the government is thinking about criminalizing it to prevent it.

Patient's Suicide Results in $12M Verdict Against Hospital, Nurse  (2017-07-14 16:50:29)
A blog post about a case out of Yale-New Haven in which a patient committed suicide after medication levels were lowered and the psychiatric nurse failed to monitor him.

What Is Loss of Consortium?  (2017-07-14 16:58:52)
A blog post about the loss of consortium, when it is appropriate for couples or parents and children to sue for this claim and how to prove it.

Leave from Employment for Victims of Family Violence  (2017-07-19 13:12:51)
A blog post about the leave allowed to families suffering from domestic violence

Employment Promissory Notes  (2017-07-19 13:19:24)
A blog post about promissory notes and the rules and regulations surrounding them in employment.

Superior Court Upholds $14.5M Verdict Against Fitness Center  (2017-07-19 14:47:10)
A blog post about a case in which a gym employee was not properly trained in working with equipment which resulted in a doctor having a heart attack.

Connecticut Compulsory Education Laws: An Overview  (2017-07-19 14:52:45)
A blog post about the compulsory education laws in Connecticut requiring children between the ages of 5 and 18 to attend public or private or home school.

Prenuptial Specifications: What Can and Cannot Be Included in Prenuptial Agreements  (2017-07-19 15:07:00)
A blog post about prenup dos and don'ts.

Connecticut Court Bars Sex Offender from Withdrawing Guilty Plea  (2017-07-19 15:26:46)
A blog post about how one sex offender is trying to take back his guilty plea.

Mental Illness and the Workplace: What You Need to Know  (2017-08-11 15:23:01)
A blog post about the mental illness and how the FMLA covers those in the workplace struggling with disabilities.

Educational Neglect and Truancy: Vital Information for Every Parent  (2017-08-11 15:29:02)
A blog post about educational neglect and truancy in Connecticut.

Protective Orders and Domestic Violence Charges  (2017-08-11 15:34:09)
A blog post about domestic violence and the protective orders available in Connecticut.

Possession of Marijuana and its Punishment  (2017-08-11 15:40:09)
A blog post about weed laws and punishments in Connecticut.

Constitutionality of DUI Checkpoints/Road Blocks in Connecticut  (2017-08-11 15:46:08)
A blog post about DUI Checkpoints and how your constitutional rights are affected.

The Walk and Turn Field Sobriety Test  (2017-08-11 15:47:59)
A blog post about one of the field sobriety tests police officers may employ during a DUI pullover.

The One Leg Stand Field Sobriety Test  (2017-08-11 15:49:32)
A blog post about one of the field sobriety tests a police officer may employ during a DUI pullover.

The Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Field Sobriety Test  (2017-08-11 15:52:01)
A blog post about one of the field tests a police officer may employ during a DUI pullover.

Shopkeeper Rights to Detain Shoplifters  (2017-08-11 15:57:55)
A blog post about what shopkeepers can do when faced with a shoplifter.

Larceny as Theft of Services  (2017-08-11 16:00:03)
A blog post about theft of services in Connecticut.

Criminal Trespass Elements  (2017-08-11 16:07:58)
A blog post about the crime of criminal trespass and the elements in Connecticut.

Connecticut Family Violence Program  (2017-08-11 16:15:38)
A blog post about the family violence program in Connecticut.

Connecticut Criminal Charge of Disorderly Conduct  (2017-08-11 16:22:43)
A blog post about the criminal charge of disorderly conduct in Connecticut.

Connecticut Criminal Charge Breach of Peace  (2017-08-11 16:25:37)
A blog post about breach of peace in Connecticut and the penalties.

Admissibility of Chemical Test and Breathalyzer Results for DUI Prosecution  (2017-08-11 16:29:28)
A blog post about DUI breathalyzer and toxicology tests and what is admissible in a criminal prosecution.

Connecticut Appellate Court Confirms that Fact Finding Function of Court can Accept or Reject All or Part of an Expert's Testimony  (2017-08-11 16:34:32)
A blog post about a recent Connecticut court decision.

Connecticut Appellate Court Confirms Trip and Fall Liability Cases Can Be Lost on Failure to Respond to Requests to Admit  (2017-08-11 16:37:01)
A blog post about a recent Connecticut court decision.

Divorce Litigants Are at Risk if There Is No Specified Educational Support Orders with Limitations in Separation Agreement  (2017-08-11 16:39:32)
A blog post about a recent Connecticut court decision.

Connecticut Supreme Court Decides not too Late to Challenge Subject Matter Jurisdiction; Plaintiff Failed to Plead Insurance Requirement  (2017-08-11 16:42:28)
A blog post about a recent Connecticut Supreme Court decision.

Victim Impact Panels for Driving Under the Influence Charges  (2017-08-11 16:44:35)
A blog post about how victim impact panels are changing the way people charged with DUIs see drinking and driving.

Penalties for Connecticut DUI Convictions  (2017-08-11 16:51:28)
A blog post about DUI convictions in Connecticut and the different penalties you may receive.

Implied Consent to Breathalyzers  (2017-08-11 16:52:55)
A blog post about sobriety tests.

Driving Under the Influence with a Minor  (2017-08-11 16:56:02)
A blog post about the crime of driving drunk with a child as a passenger.

Internet Violence: The Latest Frontier in Bullying  (2018-03-23 11:32:59)
A blog post about cyber-bullying, the Connecticut laws regarding bullying, harassment, and cyber-bullying in schools, and the role the school administration should play in incidents of bullying and harassment via the internet.

Non-Compete Clauses and Enforceability Factors  (2018-03-23 11:36:40)
A blog post covering the Connecticut laws pertaining to non-compete provisions and whether they are enforceable and when.

Severance Packages: Important Points to Know  (2018-03-23 11:40:45)
A blog post about severance packages and the potential rights relinquished when signed.

Motorcycle Helmet Laws And Recovery For Injuries  (2018-03-23 11:43:31)
A blog post outlining motorcycle helmet laws and the possible recovery that may be received on different types of injuries in a motorcycle accident.

Alimony and Taxes: What You Should Know  (2018-03-23 11:54:01)
A blog post outlining the basics of alimony and what is or isn't tax deductible.

Divorce Timeline Information for First Time Divorcees  (2018-03-23 11:56:47)
A blog post outlining the typical timeline of a divorce for first time divorcees.

Treble Damages Denied in Drunk Driving Accident  (2018-03-23 12:05:56)
A blog post about a 2015 case in Connecticut about a court's handling of damages when an estate was sued for a drunk driving accident.

How to Prove Fault In a Car Accident Injury Case  (2018-03-23 12:08:55)
A blog post about accident cases in Connecticut and how to prove fault when faced with a lawsuit.

Five Things You Need to Know About Connecticut Separation Agreements  (2018-03-23 12:28:20)
A blog post outlining Connecticut laws and regulations about employment separation agreements.

Expunging a Dirty U-5: Be Careful What You Ask For!  (2018-03-23 12:54:13)
A past blog post about FINRA and U-5 forms.

Social Host Held Responsible in Drunk Driving Accident  (2018-03-23 13:26:41)
A blog post summarizing a 2010 Connecticut drunk driving case in which a plaintiff sued both the deceased drunk driver's estate and the host of a social event at which the decedent got intoxicated before driving away and getting into the accident.

Accelerated Rehabilitation Program  (2018-03-23 13:41:02)
A blog post about the accelerated rehabilitation program in Connecticut and what will make a person eligible for it.

The Teacher Negotiation Act: Who is Covered?  (2018-03-23 13:52:51)
A blog post about teacher labor negotiations in Connecticut

Termination of Non-Tenured Teachers in Connecticut  (2018-03-23 14:16:42)
A blog post about teacher tenure and the regulations surrounding termination of teachers who are tenured or not tenured.

Teacher Tenure in Connecticut  (2018-03-23 14:18:21)
A blog post about the Connecticut laws surrounding teacher tenure.

Teacher Evaluations in Connecticut  (2018-03-23 15:35:58)
A blog post about recent updates in teacher evaluation procedure.

Statutory Benefits for Teachers in Connecticut  (2018-03-23 16:14:41)
A blog post about employment benefits for tenured Connecticut teachers.

Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law  (2024-01-22 12:41:20)
Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law

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So you’ve lost your job.  Now what?  Depending on the circumstances, there are several legal issues to explore before moving on with your career.  Here is a basic summary of five issues to consider.

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace  (2024-01-22 13:31:14)
What may or may not constitute sexual harassment in the workplace can be a tricky subject.  The Connecticut Superior Court ruled on a specific provision of Connecticut’s sexual harassment law, specifically, the provision defining sexual harassment as “any conduct of a sexual nature” when “submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment.”

Hostile Work Environments and the Faragher/Ellerth Defense  (2024-01-22 13:50:20)
In a landmark case, the United States Supreme Court established the standard by which an employer could be held liable under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 for the creation of a hostile work environment based on sexual harassment.  By way of background, Title VII is a federal law that prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, and religion, and is applicable to employers with 15 or more employees.

When is a Non-Compete Geographical Limitation Unreasonable?  (2024-01-23 10:29:09)
In Braman Chemical Enterprise, Inc. v. Barnes, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3753, Ms. Valerie Barnes worked as an exterminator for Braman Chemical Enterprises, Inc. from November 5, 1990, to April 26, 2006.  On October 24, 1990, in preparation for Ms. Barnes beginning to work, the parties executed a non-compete agreement titled “Restriction Against Other Employment After Termination of Work With Braman Chemical Enterprises, Inc.” where it stated that Ms. Barnes was prohibited from working at any branch of a pest control business within fifty miles of the Hartford City Hall for a period of six months.

Court Grants Combination of Equitable & Legal Relief for Breach of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-01-23 10:47:14)
In Party Time Deli, Inc. v. Neylan, 2001 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2411, Mr. Michael Neylan and Mr. Robert Goldkopf entered into an agreement on November 29, 1996, wherein Mr. Neylan agreed to purchase Party Time Deli, Inc. for $110,000.00 in addition to executing a promissory note on December 1, 1996, for the amount of $35,000.00 as consideration for Mr. Goldkopf consenting to a non-compete agreement.

Connecticut Federal Court Applies Louisiana Law to Enforce Non-Compete to Protect Confidential Information  (2024-01-23 10:56:36)
In United Rentals, Inc. v. Myers, 2003 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 25287, United Rental, Inc. was a Delaware corporation with principal business operations in Connecticut that employed Ms. Charlotte Myers in its Shreveport, Louisiana office from May 20, 2002, to March 7, 2003.  She signed an employment agreement with United Rentals on her first day of work that contained non-compete and confidentiality clauses that prohibited employment for a period of twelve months at any competing company located within one hundred miles of a United Rentals location where she worked.

Policy of Enforcing Connecticut Non-Compete Agreements to Protect Employer’s Interests  (2024-01-23 11:06:36)
Torrington Creamery, Inc. v. Davenport, 126 Conn. 515 pertains to a dispute regarding a non-compete agreement between an employer and employee in the dairy products industry in 1940.  While this case is by no means recent, it is a seminal case that lays the groundwork for the policy of enforcing non-compete agreements in Connecticut on the grounds of protecting the employer’s interest.  Specifically, this is one of the first Connecticut cases to address the enforceability of a company’s non-compete agreements when another company acquires it.

Connecticut Non-Compete Prohibits Client Solicitation in Investment Services Industry  (2024-01-23 11:19:38)
In Robert J. Reby & Co. v. Byrne, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2115, Mr. Patrick Byrne worked at Robert J. Reby & Co., a financial firm in Danbury, Connecticut, as a registered investment advisor from June 2005 to July 2005.  The company advises high net worth individuals and families in the areas of trusts, wealth management, and taxation.  Mr. Byrne signed an employment contract with Robert J. Reby & Co. wherein it contained a non-compete agreement that stipulated he be prohibited from soliciting the company’s clients or disclosing any of its confidential information in the event of his termination.

Court Uses Connecticut Law to Supersede Massachusetts Law in Application of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-01-23 11:31:06)
In Custard Insurance Adjusters v. Nardi, 2000 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1003, Mr. Robert Nardi worked at Allied Adjustment Services’ Orange, CT office beginning in September 1982 as the vice president of marketing, overseeing the adjustment of claims for insurance companies and self-insurers.  The company had Mr. Nardi sign non-compete and confidentiality agreements as a term of his employment.

Legitimate Signature is Required for Enforcement of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-01-23 11:33:49)
In Stay Alert Safety Services, Inc. v. Fletcher, 2005 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1915, Mr. Christopher Fletcher began to work at United Rentals, Inc., a North Carolina company in the traffic safety and control industry, starting in February 2003.  He signed an employment agreement upon accepting the job offer wherein the agreement contained a non-compete provision.   According to the restrictive provisions, he was prohibited from working at a competing company located within two hundred miles for a period of two years after his termination.

Beware the Casual Employee Complaint  (2024-01-23 11:51:59)
The United States Supreme Court had overturned long-standing law in the Federal Districts of Connecticut and New York with respect to employee claims of retaliation for registering a complaint with an employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“Act”). In this case note, we will tell you how the law changed, and how employers should adopt changes in policy and procedure to protect themselves from a new and difficult-to-defend source of employment-related liability.

Enforcing Non-Competes Associated with Sale of Company and Goodwill  (2024-01-23 12:12:04)
Ms. Dorothy Rogers owned a hair salon in Higganum, Connecticut called Dotties Creative Cuts and entered into an agreement to sell the company’s “assets, goodwill, and client lists” to Kim’s Hair Studio, LLC for the amount of $20,000.  This transaction essentially made Ms. Rogers a new employee of Kim’s hair Studio and as such, she was required to sign a non-compete agreement that prohibited her from offering competing services for twelve months after her termination within ten miles of 323 Saybrook Road, the primary work location of Kim’s Hair Studio.

Assignability of Non-Compete Agreements Under Connecticut Law in the Event of a Merger  (2024-01-23 12:22:10)
Neopost USA, Inc. v. McCabe, 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 105850

Technology Company’s Non-Compete Found Enforceable on Grounds of Protecting Employer’s Interest and Commercial Operations  (2024-01-23 12:30:25)
Xplore Techs. Corp. v. Killion, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2401

Plaintiff’s Lawsuit Against Commissioner of Department of Motor Vehicles Barred by State’s Sovereign Immunity; Plaintiff Failed to Prove Any Exceptions Applied  (2024-01-23 13:19:32)
In a criminal law matter, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport dismissed a plaintiff’s action against the defendant Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), because she was barred under sovereign immunity doctrine from bringing suit.

School District Was Not on Notice of Inappropriate Teacher Conduct with Student; Negligence Action Dismissed  (2024-01-25 10:04:16)
The Superior Court of Connecticut in the Judicial District of Middletown handed down its decision in a lawsuit filed by a former student (plaintiff) against the Town of Clinton as well as the board of education. In this case, the plaintiff “brought a direct claim against the defendants, alleging failure to supervise and negligent supervision” in violation of state law,[1] leading to his sexual abuse by a teacher while he was in fifth, sixth, and seventh grades.

What Happens If Your Child is Denied Free School Accommodations Due to Residency Issues?  (2024-01-25 10:26:50)
Under Connecticut law, school districts must provide free school accommodations, including transportation, to every child from age three to twenty-one (who has not yet graduated from high school) within the district so as to facilitate public school attendance.[1] Typically, the school administration will determine your child’s residency status before he or she first enrolls; this does not always happen, however, because it is not statutorily required. As a result, it is not uncommon for residency issues to arise after your child has already been attending classes at a particular school, and the school district has the right to exclude if it determines that your child really resides in another district.

Scenarios That Commonly Lead to School Residency Disputes  (2024-01-25 10:28:31)
A previous article discussed what takes place if a parent’s son or daughter has been deemed ineligible for free school accommodations because the school board has determined he or she did not reside in the district. Undoubtedly the headaches and stress that accompany the hearing and appellate processes are nothing to sneeze at, so it is important for parents to do what they can to understand ahead of time the [common] situations that may call into question their child’s residency.

Student Records: How They are Kept and Who Has Access  (2024-01-25 10:37:36)
Since student records often contain confidential information such as grades, disciplinary history, and medical history, it is important for parents to understand what procedures school districts must follow when disclosing educational records either with or without parental consent. This section will provide parents with an overview of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the primary federal legislation guiding schools in the disclosure of student educational records.

Paying College Education After Divorce  (2024-01-25 10:46:27)
At the time of a divorce, parties can reserve jurisdiction, a court’s authority to decide an issue, over matters regarding their child’s post-secondary education expenses.  It is particularly helpful to reserve jurisdiction if the parties have young children, as a family’s needs may change and one parent may wish to seek assistance from the other parent in facilitating their child’s college education.

What is an Educational Support Order in Connecticut?  (2024-01-25 11:21:29)
What is an Educational Support Order in Connecticut?

What Is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) in Connecticut?  (2024-01-25 11:22:39)
What Is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) in Connecticut?

What You Should Know About a Special Education IEP in Connecticut  (2024-01-25 11:31:36)
If your child is determined to be eligible for special education services in Connecticut, you will have to begin the process of developing an individualized education program (IEP) to meet your child’s specific needs. The IEP is a written plan that describes your child’s special education program.

What is Special Education, and Is My Child Eligible For Such Services?  (2024-01-25 11:42:39)
"The State Board of Education believes each student is unique and needs an educational environment that provides for, and accommodates, his or her strengths and areas of needed improvement. The Board also believes that a unified and coordinated continuum of educational opportunities and supports serves and benefits all students." – Excerpted from the State Board of Education’s “Position Statement on the Education of Students with Disabilities Every parent who has the best interests of their child at heart would most likely agree with the above statement. Making sure your child receives the best K-12 education they can is certainly the goal. However, this may appear less attainable to parents who are uncertain about the future of their disabled child, or who don’t even realize that their child has special needs.

Can Parents File a State or Federal Claim Against a School if Their Child is a Bullying Victim?  (2024-01-25 12:10:17)
Though there are no federal anti-bullying laws, the United States Department of Education (DOE) sent a “Dear Colleague” letter to all boards of education throughout the country advocating a more forceful approach to addressing bullying in schools. In the letter, the DOE acknowledged that bullying “fosters a climate of fear and disrespect that can…impair the physical and psychological health of its victims” and “negatively affect learning.” More tellingly, the DOE noted that certain student misbehavior that violates a school’s anti-bullying policy could also trigger liability under federal anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Department’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Students in My Son’s School Are Bad Mouthing Him on Social Media. Is that Bullying?  (2024-01-25 12:21:31)
Students in My Son’s School Are Bad Mouthing Him on Social Media. Is that Bullying?

Bullying Under Connecticut Law  (2024-01-25 12:31:19)
Bullying Under Connecticut Law

What Is My Child’s School Required to Do to Prevent or Address Bullying?  (2024-01-25 12:43:33)
What Is My Child’s School Required to Do to Prevent or Address Bullying?

What Steps Do Anti-Bullying Laws Take in Connecticut?  (2024-01-25 12:52:43)
What Steps Do Anti-Bullying Laws Take in Connecticut?

What is “Gifted and Talented” and What If My Child Is Identified as Such?  (2024-01-25 13:09:45)
What is “Gifted and Talented” and What If My Child Is Identified as Such?

The Limited Circumstances Permitting Right to Transfer Under No Child Left Behind  (2024-01-25 13:28:28)
Since it was passed into law in January 2002, the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) has been the subject of ongoing debate regarding its focus on test scores and increased teacher and administration accountability. However, one aspect of this legislation that has not received as much attention in the spotlight concerns school assignment decisions and the role of NCLB in the right to transfer.

Special Education Law: Evaluation and Identification  (2024-01-25 13:30:02)
Children identified as having disabilities have different rights from other students. Accordingly, the identification process is a very important step. It begins with a referral sent to the student’s school district – specifically, a written request for an evaluation of whether the child is eligible for, and needs, special education services. This request can be made by the child’s parent, school personnel, or another appropriate person (such as a physician or a social worker).

Placement in Appropriate Education Programs  (2024-01-25 13:38:33)
Special education students are entitled to a free appropriate public education (otherwise known as “FAPE”), that must be tailored to the individual student. However, schools are not required to provide optimum programming – just “appropriate” programming. One federal judge has likened the difference between optimum and appropriate programming to that between a “Cadillac” and a “serviceable Chevrolet.” See Doe v. Bd. of Ed. of Tullahoma City Schools, 9 F.3d 455, 459-60 (6th Cir. 1993). However, if a particular service is required for the student’s special education needs, as evaluated, then the service must be provided without regard to how much it costs.

Special Education Re-Evaluations  (2024-01-25 13:47:58)
Special Education Re-Evaluations

PPT: What if the School Gets it Wrong?  (2024-01-26 11:03:10)
PPT: What if the School Gets it Wrong?

Special Education Law – Relevant Terms  (2024-01-26 11:05:17)
Special Education Law – Relevant Terms

NCLB: Schools Must Continue to Make Progress  (2024-01-26 11:31:08)
What happens if a school declines in standardized testing? Schools and school districts that fail to make “adequate yearly progress” are subject to corrective action and restructuring. Adequate yearly progress means, for example, that each year a school’s fourth graders score higher on standardized tests than the previous year’s fourth graders.

What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act?  (2024-01-26 11:32:25)
What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act?

How to Know if Your Child is Eligible for Special Education Services  (2024-01-26 11:33:58)
Connecticut law defines a child requiring special education as a child who meets the criteria for eligibility for special education pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 20 USC 1400, et seq., as amended from time to time…”

What is Informed Consent and When is it Required for Special Education?  (2024-01-26 11:45:35)
What is Informed Consent and When is it Required for Special Education?

Under the IDEA, Individualized Education Programs are Developed for Special Education Students  (2024-01-26 12:04:06)
Once it is determined that your child is eligible for special education services under the IDEA, an individualized education program will be developed to meet the particular needs of your child. The term “individualized education program” or “IEP” is a written plan detailing your child’s special education program as designed by the Planning and Placement Team (PPT). As a parent and member of your child’s PPT, it is vital that you influence and help develop your child’s IEP. The PPT must consider the strengths of your child, the concerns you have in enhancing the education of your child, the results of the initial or most recent evaluation of your child and the academic, developmental and functional needs of your child. Taking these factors into account allows for the PPT to create a specialized IEP geared toward providing your child with the best opportunity to satisfy their individual needs.

Due Process Hearings and Mediation for Special Education Students  (2024-01-26 12:16:35)
A due process hearing is a legal proceeding that ensures fairness in the decision-making process regarding your child. As a parent, if you disagree with a proposed or refused action pertaining to your child’s education, you or the school district may initiate a due process hearing to resolve the disagreement.

Decision Suggests Educational Support Orders May Not Be Applied Retroactively  (2024-01-26 12:21:36)
A case decided by the Connecticut Appellate Court, suggests Educational Support orders entered pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 46b-56c may not be entered retroactively.  In Kleinman v. Chapnick, 131 Conn. App. 812 (2011), the parties had two children who were over the age of eighteen and enrolled as full-time college students.  During the divorce proceedings, the parties’ older daughter was a senior and their younger daughter was a freshman.  In February 2010, after the parties entered into a final agreement on custody and visitation, a two-day trial ensued regarding financial issues.

No Child Left Behind – Connecticut  (2024-01-26 12:32:54)
No Child Left Behind – Connecticut

What Services Are Required for School-Aged Children with Autism in Connecticut?  (2024-01-26 12:53:57)
What Services Are Required for School-Aged Children with Autism in Connecticut?

What Should I Do if My Child Has Been Denied Special Education?  (2024-01-26 12:55:34)
What Should I Do if My Child Has Been Denied Special Education?

Who Refers Children to Special Education?  (2024-01-26 13:14:54)
Who Refers Children to Special Education?

Educational Expenses in Divorce  (2024-01-26 13:16:50)
Educational expenses in divorce include expenses associated with higher education. Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 46b-56c, an educational support order is defined as an order requiring a parent to provide support for a child or children to attend, for up to four full academic years, an institution of higher education or a private occupational school for the purpose of attaining a bachelor’s or other undergraduate degree, or other appropriate vocational instruction.

What is a Child’s Planning and Placement Team (PPT)?  (2024-01-26 13:26:45)
Under Connecticut law, the Planning and Placement Team, or PPT, is a critical component in determining your child’s special education needs and the services to be provided. The IDEA refers to this resource as the Individualized Education Program Team (“IEP Team”). The PPT will be involved in most every request or decision made pertaining to your child, including: determining whether your child should be evaluated, and deciding which evaluations will be given to your child and whether your child is eligible for special education and related services. As a parent, you will be asked to participate as a member of the PPT. Parents should participate, since you can provide unique and valuable insight into your child’s special education needs.

What Does a Court Consider When Deciding an Educational Support Order in Connecticut?  (2024-01-26 13:37:07)
What Does a Court Consider When Deciding an Educational Support Order in Connecticut?

School Learning Environment  (2024-01-26 14:02:09)
Connecticut Public Act No. 08-160, An Act Concerning School Learning Environment, is of interest to parents of school-age children and, in particular, parents of children with special needs.

Expulsion Procedures: Readmission to School  (2024-01-26 14:29:50)
An expelled pupil may apply for early readmission to school. Such readmission shall be at the discretion of the local or regional board of education. The board of education may, however, delegate authority for readmission decisions to the superintendent of schools for the school district. If the board delegates such authority, readmission shall be at the discretion of the superintendent. Readmission decisions shall not be subject to appeal to Superior Court. The board or superintendent, as appropriate, may condition such readmission on specified criteria.

Your Child’s Residency Status  (2024-01-29 10:27:01)
Local and regional boards of education are statutorily required to provide free school accommodations to each child who is a permanent resident of the school district and is between the ages of five (5) and twenty-one (21) years old, provided they have not graduated high school. School administrators should (but do not always) determine your child’s residency status prior to his or her enrollment in the school district. If residency issues arise, your child’s school district has the right to exclude him or her from attending school if it is determined through a formal hearing (which will be discussed below) that your child resides in another district.

Does Freedom of Speech Still Exist in Public Schools in Connecticut?  (2024-01-29 10:28:48)
Does Freedom of Speech Still Exist in Public Schools in Connecticut?

Am I Allowed Access to My Child’s School Records in Connecticut?  (2024-01-29 10:41:21)
Am I Allowed Access to My Child’s School Records in Connecticut?

What Rights Do I Have under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) in Connecticut?  (2024-01-29 10:55:25)
What Rights Do I Have under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) in Connecticut?

No Child Left Behind  (2024-01-29 11:32:36)
One of the legislative centerpieces of Federal Education Law is “The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001” (“NCLB”). The Act is 670 pages in length and almost as controversial as it is long. Therefore, parents should be familiar with at least its stated purpose and general provisions. NCLB does not, however, give parents the right to sue on behalf of their children.

What are the Duties of the Board of Education in Connecticut?  (2024-01-29 11:33:57)
What are the Duties of the Board of Education in Connecticut?

NCLB: Schools Must Continue to Make Progress  (2024-01-29 11:35:00)
What happens if a school declines in standardized testing? Schools and school districts that fail to make “adequate yearly progress” are subject to corrective action and restructuring. Adequate yearly progress means, for example, that each year a school’s fourth graders score higher on standardized tests than the previous year’s fourth graders.

What Are the State Laws and Policies on Providing School Bus Transportation in Connecticut?  (2024-01-29 11:43:34)
What Are the State Laws and Policies on Providing School Bus Transportation in Connecticut?

How NCLB Implements its Goals  (2024-01-29 11:59:05)
How NCLB Implements its Goals

Searches by School Resource Officers  (2024-01-29 12:03:53)
On Searches by School Resource Officers: Are They School Officials or Police Officers?

Your Child’s Attendance Requirements  (2024-01-29 12:22:18)
The following will provide you with the pertinent laws and procedures regarding your child’s attendance at school. The first part of this section will describe the mandatory attendance requirements that the State of Connecticut requires students to adhere to and potential penalties if your child fails to meet these requirements. The second part of this section will provide you with basic information regarding how your child’s residency plays a role in where they may attend school. This section will further describe available hearing procedures if your child is determined to be an ineligible resident. If there are any issues that may arise between yourself and the school district regarding your child’s school attendance or a dispute pertaining to the residency status of your child, please contact one of our attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C.

Student Discipline for Off-Campus Speech in the New Digital Era: What Parents Should Know  (2024-01-29 13:09:24)
“Today, students are connected to each other through email, instant messaging, blogs, social networking sites, and text messages. An email can be sent to dozens or hundreds of other students by hitting ‘send.’ A blog entry posted on a site such as livejournal.com can be instantaneously viewed by students, teachers, and administrators alike. Off-campus speech can become on-campus speech with the click of a mouse.”

In Educational Neglect Proceeding, Court Rules that “Detrimental Effect” is not Required  (2024-01-29 13:10:55)
In the case of In Re Amurah B., Superior Court, Judicial District of Middlesex, Docket No. M08CP09010939A (March 12, 2010, Rubinow, J.), the Court addressed whether the Department of Children and Families must demonstrate a “detrimental effect” before it can enter a finding of educational neglect.  In that particular case, DCF initially filed petitions alleging that the children were being subjected to educational neglect in that they were not being forced to attend school.  A trial ensued, and after DCF concluded its case-in-chief, the parents claimed it failed to make out a prima facie case with respect to any of the children.

Special Education Law – Relevant Terms  (2024-01-29 13:12:33)
Within the realm of Special Education Law there are several relative terms one should be familiar with. Below are some of these key terms.

What is the Evaluation Process Used to Determine a Child’s Special Education Requirements?  (2024-01-29 13:14:02)
What is the Evaluation Process Used to Determine a Child’s Special Education Requirements?

Special Education and COVID-19: Impact on your Child’s Section 504 Plan or IEP  (2024-01-29 13:43:34)
In March of 2020, many Governors across the country closed their schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  On March 21, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education (“DOE”) published guidance for local school agencies on how to appropriately handle special education and services to children with disabilities during the ongoing public health crisis. The DOE has emphasized that school districts’ compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) school districts should not prevent distance instruction.  Accordingly, special education services should continue during the period of remote learning from home as much as feasible.

Weapon Incidents in Schools: Discretionary Discipline  (2024-01-29 13:53:39)
Weapon Incidents in Schools: Discretionary Discipline

Public Education Law: The Basics  (2024-01-29 14:00:26)
Legal issues in public schools hinge on student safety and student privacy. Schools have a legal obligation to provide all students with a safe, calm learning environment. But sometimes things get complicated when they have to balance students’ rights with this education law obligation.

Retirement Credits Denied For Teacher In Suspension for Sticky Fingers  (2024-01-30 10:38:07)
In the case of Sekula v. State Teachers’ Retirement Board, a teacher appealed a decision by the Teacher’s retirement board when it denied his request to purchase retirement credits while he was suspended from teaching. A court’s review of the board’s decision is limited because the board is an administration. The court may only decide whether the board acted unreasonably, illegally, or in abuse of its discretion. In light of these circumstances, the court must confirm the agency board’s decision.

What Authority Does a Local School Board Have to Expel a Student for Out-of-School Conduct in Connecticut?  (2024-01-30 10:39:35)
What Authority Does a Local School Board Have to Expel a Student for Out-of-School Conduct in Connecticut?

Alternative Education During Expulsion  (2024-01-30 10:56:13)
Alternative Education During Expulsion

Understanding IEP Due Process  (2024-01-30 10:57:38)
IEP due process is protected under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, (IDEA), and provides parents with the right to resolve disputes with their school district. There are two ways to resolve disputes, mediation and a due process hearing.

What Parents Should Know About School Suspensions in Connecticut  (2024-01-30 11:09:50)
It is now well-established that out-of-school sanctions have an adverse academic and social impact on students. Out-of-school suspensions and expulsions contribute to poor performance in school, higher drop-out rates, and increased misbehavior at school. One report found that students who had been subjected to out-of-class disciplinary sanctions tended to score lower on the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) and Connecticut Academic Proficiency Test (CAPT). In another study, 89% of sixteen and seventeen-year-old students in the juvenile justice system had previously been suspended or expelled from school. Despite their negative impact on students, Connecticut schools continue to resort with alarming frequency to out-of-school sanctions. During the 2007-2008 school year for example, as a result of suspensions or expulsions, schoolchildren within the state missed over 250,000 school days.

Expedited Special Education Due Process Hearings Explained  (2024-01-30 11:24:35)
Expedited Special Education Due Process Hearings Explained

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act & Informed Consent  (2024-01-30 11:32:17)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act & Informed Consent

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: What You Need To Know  (2024-01-30 11:40:42)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: What You Need To Know

Teacher Evaluations in Connecticut  (2024-01-30 11:55:04)
Under Connecticut General Statute §10-151b, each year teachers in Connecticut must be evaluated by either the Superintendent of Schools or by someone appointed by the Superintendent.  The evaluations shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, strengths, areas needing improvement, strategies for improvement, and multiple indicators of student academic growth.  In the event that a teacher does not receive a summative evaluation during the school year, the teacher must receive a “not rated,” designation for that school year.

Connecticut Court Holds Teacher Liable for Student’s After School Injuries  (2024-01-30 12:05:06)
In the case of Romanella v. Nielson, a student sued a teacher, principal, board, and town, seeking damages for injuries suffered when the student was assaulted by another pupil outside the doors of a school less than a minute after school dismissal. The teacher and related agents moved more summary judgment which is a preemptive judgment by the court in favor of one party over the other. In ruling on a motion for summary judgment, a court’s function is not to decide issues of material fact, but rather to determine whether any such issues exist. In seeking summary judgment, the teacher has the burden of showing the nonexistence of any issue of fact.

Conducting an Independent Evaluation  (2024-01-30 12:20:24)
You have the right to obtain an independent educational evaluation (IEE) conducted by a qualified (licensed and/or certified) examiner who is not employed by your school district. When the school district agrees to pay for the IEE, the criteria under which the IEE is obtained, including the location and the qualifications of the examiner, must be the same as the criteria that the school district would use when it does its own evaluation.

Student Discipline in Higher Education  (2024-01-30 12:32:15)
Over the past few years, college students and graduate students have faced increasingly complex disciplinary rules and codes of student conduct. This is partly because campus-related disciplinary issues (in particular those related to hazing, harassment, and bullying) now frequently earn a significant amount of media and community interest. Especially because of the increasing scrutiny, colleges and universities must balance demands for punishment and accountability against students’ equally important rights to fairness and transparency with respect to the process and standards by which student discipline is meted out. In Connecticut and elsewhere, the most significant factor in determining the existence and scope of students’ procedural and substantive rights is whether the school at issue is a public or private university.

What You Need to Know About Your Child’s Education  (2024-01-30 12:43:58)
One of the reasons that parents work so hard is to be able to provide a better life and a better future for their children. The bedrock of a bright future is a good education.  As a parent, it is important to understand your rights and obligations when it comes to your child’s education.

Cyberbullying and Free Speech: Where Should Schools Draw the Line?  (2024-01-30 12:50:55)
As the school year gets into full swing, education administrators continue to grapple with the ongoing problem of peer to peer bullying.  In addition to issues relating to the extent to which schools must prevent, intervene, and address on-campus bullying come free speech challenges and issues. At least one author has written about how Connecticut’s anti-bullying law would fare in the face of free speech issues, noting that “[t]he new law puts school officials in the position of having to pass judgment on off-campus speech with little legal precedent to guide them . . . If they clamp down on online comments, they risk First Amendment challenges.  If they’re too lenient, they could be deemed responsible if cyberbullying leads to tragedy.”[1]

Cyberbullying and Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress  (2024-01-30 13:05:31)
Cyberbullying and Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress

Connecticut’s Anti-Bullying Law  (2024-01-30 13:19:16)
In July 2011, Governor Dannel Malloy signed Public Act 11-232 into law, marking Connecticut’s first anti-bullying legislation. The Act, known as “An Act Concerning the Strengthening of School Bullying Laws,” defines bullying as “the repeated use by one or more students of a written, oral or electronic communication, such as cyberbullying, directed at or referring to another student attending school in the same district.” The law defines cyberbullying as “any act of bullying through the use of the Internet, interactive and digital technologies, cellular mobile telephone or other mobile electronic devices or any electronic communications.”

The Application of Governmental Immunity to School Bullying Suits  (2024-01-30 13:48:21)
The Application of Governmental Immunity to School Bullying Suits

Court Rejects Student’s Claims of Selective Prosecution  (2024-01-30 13:56:21)
In the case of Roach v. North Haven Board of Education, a student sued a board of education alleging she was improperly expelled and selectively prosecuted. To prevail in a claim for selective prosecution, the student would have to provide evidence proving that other students in her similar situation are treated differently by the school. The board of education moved for summary judgment, which is a preemptive decision in favor of one party over the other.

Can a School Official Search My Child’s Facebook Message Inbox?  (2024-02-07 10:19:13)
Can a School Official Search My Child’s Facebook Message Inbox?

On The Authority of Schools to Expel Students  (2024-02-07 10:23:22)
Each year, Boards of Education provide its students with booklets covering their code of conduct, and of notable interest is understanding how one’s conduct off school grounds can adversely impact in-school opportunities. That is, what authority does a school district have to expel students for out-of-school behavior?

Understanding Truancy in Public Schools Under Connecticut Law  (2024-02-07 10:37:27)
Understanding Truancy in Public Schools Under Connecticut Law

Teachers’ Association Granted Union Status, Denied Right to Strike  (2024-02-07 10:48:13)
In the case of Norwalk Teacher’s Ass’n v. Board of Education, a teacher’s association sued the Board of Education seeking a court determination of its right to organize as a labor union. The teacher’s association sought a declaratory judgment, or declaration, which is a determination of a court that resolves a legal uncertainty between the parties. In the case at hand, the teachers hope that the court will confirm their argument that they could organize a teacher’s strike under their authority as a legal union.

Custodian’s Threat Too Severe to Justify Reinstatement, Says Court  (2024-02-07 10:50:00)
In the case of Bridgeport Board of Education v. Nage, the Bridgeport Board of Education sought to vacate, or remove, a prior decision in favor of a former custodian’s reinstatement to a Bridgeport school. The board of education had terminated the custodian’s employment after he had mailed to various city officials a packet of materials that contained detailed descriptions of mass shooting incidents at public schools. A handwritten note concluded with the statement, “If I’m being punished for breaking the rules then we all should.”

Tenured Teacher Dismissal Process and Timetable  (2024-02-07 11:06:23)
The teacher tenure law sets out strict termination and due process requirements for teachers, whether or not they have tenure. Tenured teachers have their contracts automatically renewed from year-to-year; can be dismissed only for six statutorily specified reasons; and have the right to (1) bump untenured teachers in positions for which they are qualified if their positions are eliminated, (2) written notice of the reasons for termination, (3) a termination hearing before the board of education or an impartial hearing panel, and (4) appeal the results of the hearing to Superior Court.

Contractual Rights for Teachers: An Overview  (2024-02-07 11:17:47)
The law of contracts applies to contracts between teachers and school districts. This law includes the concepts of offer, acceptance, mutual assent, and consideration. For a teacher to determine whether a contract exists, he or she should consult authority on the general law of contracts. This section focuses on contract laws specific to teaching and education.

Brief Summary of Connecticut’s Teacher Tenure Law  (2024-02-07 11:35:25)
Brief Summary of Connecticut’s Teacher Tenure Law

Tenured Teacher Suffering Numerous Physical, Psychological Ailments Properly Dismissed  (2024-02-07 11:45:23)
In a matter heard in front of the Superior Court of Connecticut in New Haven, a tenured teacher unsuccessfully appealed a school board’s (Board) decision to terminate her employment. The Court determined that the Board’s decision was not arbitrary or capricious, but rather was based upon sufficient evidence.

Considering Teacher Evaluation Under Connecticut Law  (2024-02-07 11:59:10)
Connecticut law governing teachers is rather extensive and goes into particular detail regarding employment, tenure, and notice and hearing on failure to renew or termination of contracts. See Connecticut General Statutes (C.G.S.) § 10-151. The process of evaluating teacher performance, particularly in light of the potential pitfalls as seen in Chicago, had already become a focal point of legislation in this State. At the present time, Connecticut law requires continuous evaluation of school teachers by every district, taking into consideration more factors than mere test results: 1) teacher strengths; 2) areas that need improvement; 3) improvement strategy indicators; and 4) numerous measures of student academic growth.[2]

Student’s Negligence Action Against School  (2024-02-07 12:10:51)
Student’s Negligence Action Against School, City of Stamford Survives Motion for Summary Judgment

In Negligence Suit, Superior Court Finds in Favor of Defendant School District, Citing Qualified Immunity  (2024-02-07 12:27:39)
In a negligence action, the Superior Court of Connecticut in Litchfield granted a motion to strike filed by school officials and a town board of education (collectively the defendants) because no exception to qualified immunity for discretionary acts applied to the case.

How to File a Personal Injury Claim Against a School in Connecticut  (2024-02-07 12:41:44)
If you have a personal injury claim against a school, a school employee, or a similar government entity or employee, you probably already know that it’s more complicated than just suing a private homeowner for a slip-and-fall. But what makes it so complicated, and what is the process?

Alternative Educational Programs for Expelled Students  (2024-02-07 12:45:43)
Alternative Educational Programs for Expelled Students

What is the Process for Expelling a Special Education Student?  (2024-02-07 13:17:57)
If you are the parent of a child that qualifies for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), it is imperative that you understand that an entirely different set of rules applies.

Special Education Discipline and Interim Educational Settings  (2024-02-07 13:32:38)
Children that require special education and related services must comply with a school district’s student code of conduct. That being said, the disciplinary procedures that apply are somewhat distinct from those used with non-special education students. In an article posted previously, I described the expulsion process for special education students in more general terms – today, let’s narrow that focus.

Are Special Education Students Held to the Same Disciplinary Rules as Other Students?  (2024-02-07 13:36:43)
The code of student conduct that your child’s school district has in place applies to all students, including students who receive special education and related services. A more detailed look at disciplinary procedures can be found in the Discipline section of this publication. The following will provide you with an overview of certain obligations that both you as a parent and the school district must fulfill when your child has been disciplined due to behavior that may or may not have been disability-related.

What are Special Education Related Services?  (2024-02-07 13:54:59)
What are Special Education Related Services?

What Parents Need to Know About Special Education Law  (2024-02-08 10:07:22)
The state and federal governments enacted various regulations to protect a student with disabilities and to ensure that he or she obtains a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).  Parents play a key role in the success of any special education program implemented for their children. Given the complexity of special education law, it is important to understand the significant responsibility a parent has in the special education system.

Special Education Referrals, and the Planning and Placement Team  (2024-02-08 10:17:32)
If you’re a parent and determined that your child meets the requirements for SPED (special education), what happens next? Rather than immediate referrals and placement, your school district will first attempt to keep the child in a regular classroom and incorporate an alternative general education program. It is within your authority to approach the school district on implementing an alternative program for your child, but should he or she continues having problems in a non-SPED classroom, a referral is the next course of action.

Evaluating Your Child’s Special Education Needs and Services  (2024-02-08 10:34:39)
The process by which a child is determined eligible for special education and related services may seem intimidating or overwhelming, as there is a wealth of information that any parent of a child with disabilities needs to understand. In this latest series of school law articles, we are presenting an overview of just what happens once a child is identified as potentially eligible, and this post specifically focuses on the evaluation process.

Internet Violence: The Latest Frontier in Bullying  (2024-02-08 10:39:59)
The rapid rate in the development of technology has changed the way we operate in our day-to-day lives. It has also opened new doors to methods for children to bully their fellow classmates. One “new form” of bullying that has been growing in frequency and has made appearances in the news is internet violence. Although the Connecticut legislature has not specifically defined internet violence, generally, internet violence includes cyber-harassment and cyber-bullying among other internet-related misconduct, such as spamming and hacking.

Student Hairstyle Prevails Over School Board  (2024-02-08 10:51:16)
In the case of Yoo v. Moynihan, a student sued the chairman of the board of education and the student’s high school principal for an injunction forbidding them from denying him the right to a public high school education. In law, an injunction is a court order that keeps a person or organization from beginning or continuing an action threatening or invading the rights of another. An injunction can also be used to compel a party to carry out a specific action. In the case at hand, the student brought action in hopes that the injunction would prevent the school board and principal from following through with their decision to suspend him.

Athletic Director’s Claim for Wrongful Discharge Undermined by At-Will Employment  (2024-02-08 11:16:26)
In the case of Buscetto v. St. Bernard School of Montville, Inc., an athletic director sued a private school for wrongful termination. For the athletic director to succeed in a wrongful discharge claim, he must show the court that his termination violated an explicit statutory or constitutional provision or public policy. The school moved to strike the athletic director’s claim, arguing that the claim was legally insufficient.

Teacher Terminated After Locking Student in Small Room  (2024-02-08 11:20:52)
In the case of Sperow v. Region 7 Board of Education, a teacher appealed the board of education’s decision to terminate her employment.

School and Town Claim Immunity After Ice-Related Injury  (2024-02-08 11:32:42)
In the case of Caruso v. Town of Westport, a husband and wife sued the Town of Westport and its school board for injuries resulting from negligence, as well as a loss of consortium. In law, negligence is the failure to use reasonable care, resulting in damage or injury to another. In order to succeed in this claim, the husband and wife must prove that (1) the town and school owed a duty of care to the husband and wife, (2) the town and school breached that duty, and(3) the breach of duty was a direct cause of the husband and wife’s (4) real and compensable injury.

Student Injured at School Awarded $40K  (2024-02-08 11:47:22)
On March 19, 2013, the plaintiff (a student) arrived at the Engineering Science University Magnet School and headed to the auditorium to have his breakfast as he did every morning, according to court documents. There was one teacher on duty, who was charged with watching over 70 to 75 students before they headed off to class. But 10 minutes before school was to start, another teacher was chasing after two students. She was running with a pair of safety scissors in her hand, which she dropped in the chaos.

Dismissal Process for Nontenured Teachers  (2024-02-08 11:51:34)
Dismissal Process for Nontenured Teachers

Suspension Rates of Minority Students in Connecticut Schools Remains Stagnant  (2024-02-08 12:01:26)
Suspension Rates of Minority Students in Connecticut Schools Remains Stagnant

Is Warrantless Drug Testing in Our Schools Constitutional?  (2024-02-08 12:12:57)
Is Warrantless Drug Testing in Our Schools Constitutional?

Parental Consequences for Chronically Truant Schoolchildren  (2024-02-08 12:25:57)
Studies[1]highlight the issue of chronic truancy in recent years: as one journalist quipped, “In order for young people to do better in school, it helps if they actually are in school.”[2]School districts are particularly divergent in how to reduce truancy rates. Some have elected to give away gift cards (Dallas, Cincinatti), iPads (DeSoto, Texas), major league baseball tickets (Kansas City, Houston), and even cars (Dallas-Fort Worth area).[3]Other school districts, however, seek to hit parents and students where it really hurts: their wallets and through court involvement.

Extremely Intrusive Strip Searches of Students Are Unconstitutional…Mostly?  (2024-02-08 12:42:49)
Extremely Intrusive Strip Searches of Students Are Unconstitutional…Mostly?

Suspensions as Disciplinary Tools for Student Misbehavior  (2024-02-08 12:55:33)
Suspensions as Disciplinary Tools for Student Misbehavior

Categories of Student Misbehavior Qualifying for Suspension  (2024-02-08 13:14:26)
Categories of Student Misbehavior Qualifying for Suspension

A Student’s Rights During the Expulsion Process  (2024-02-08 13:18:57)
A Student’s Rights During the Expulsion Process

What Parents Should Know About School Suspensions in Connecticut  (2024-02-08 13:25:27)
What Parents Should Know About School Suspensions in Connecticut

Parents: The Connecticut Law on School Expulsions  (2024-02-08 13:39:36)
Parents: The Connecticut Law on School Expulsions

Is the Use of Restraint and Seclusion Allowed in Connecticut Public Schools?  (2024-02-08 13:46:41)
Is the Use of Restraint and Seclusion Allowed in Connecticut Public Schools?

Search and Seizure: Your Child’s Fourth Amendment Rights in School  (2024-02-09 10:23:09)
As drugs and weapons infiltrate our nation’s schools, it is imperative that school officials take the necessary steps to maintain safety and preserve order in your child’s school. With that being said, your child has a right to privacy and school officials must not be overzealous in their investigation of alleged violations of school policy. The following will provide you, as a parent, with a basic understanding of the rights your child has as well as the requirements your child’s school must adhere to regarding the search of his or her person or property while in school.

What Authority Does a Local School Board Have to Expel a Student for Out-of-School Conduct in Connecticut?  (2024-02-09 10:38:34)
What Authority Does a Local School Board Have to Expel a Student for Out-of-School Conduct in Connecticut?

Can a Student Be Expelled from School for Carrying a Weapon off School Property in Connecticut?  (2024-02-09 10:49:45)
Can a Student Be Expelled from School for Carrying a Weapon off School Property in Connecticut?

On “An Act Concerning Educational Reform” in Connecticut  (2024-02-09 11:03:52)
On “An Act Concerning Educational Reform” in Connecticut

When is Cyberbullying a Crime?  (2024-02-09 11:08:40)
When Connecticut amended its anti-bullying law in 2011, it included a new provision requiring the school principal, or the principal’s designee, “to notify the appropriate local law enforcement agency when such principal, or the principal’s designee, believes that any acts of bullying constitute criminal conduct.”[1] What is not made clear in the revised law is what kind of conduct may rise to a criminal level. A victim of bullying may have a claim under a civil tort theory in an instance where the level of bullying does not constitute a crime.  However, some provisions of Connecticut’s criminal law may be implicated by severe, pervasive, or egregious instances of bullying in schools. So, when is cyberbullying a crime? 

Another Case Against the School District, Town Jumps Summary Judgment Hurdle  (2024-02-09 12:03:28)
In a negligence action, the Superior Court of Connecticut at Danbury denied a motion for summary judgment filed by the Town of New Milford, the New Milford Board of Education, and several school employees (collectively the defendants). The Court was not persuaded that the defendants enjoyed governmental immunity from suit, or the claim that they did not owe a duty to a student-victim assaulted by another student on school grounds.

Connecticut School Districts and Bullying: What Can Parents Do?  (2024-02-09 12:09:41)
Connecticut School Districts and Bullying: What Can Parents Do?

Growing Awareness Surrounding Bullying of Students with Disabilities in Fairfield County  (2024-02-09 12:23:00)
Bullying has gained the attention of the media over recent years, but despite the focused spotlight, bullying is rampant in our society.  Among the easiest targets are children with special needs.  They are, on average, at a greater risk to be bullied than their non-disabled counterparts.  This is in part because special education children make easy targets. It is often harder for children with disabilities to recognize which behaviors are socially appropriate and those that are not.

Court Gives Plaintiff in Bullying Case Green Light to Proceed to Trial  (2024-02-09 12:32:32)
In August 2006 Robert and Louise Dornfried filed suit against the Berlin Board of Education, its former and current superintendents,  the principal, the athletic director, and the coach of the Berlin High School football team on behalf of their minor son, Robby.  Robby’s parents alleged on their son’s behalf that, while a student at the high school and a place-kicker on the varsity football team, he was subjected to “incessant bullying, harassment, intimidation and was the victim of threats and/or acts of violence” by his teammates.

An Overview of Legal Issues Relating to Bullying and Cyberbullying in Connecticut  (2024-02-09 12:57:08)
The purpose of this article is to explore the laws, statutes, and cases relating to school bullying in Connecticut, specifically “cyberbullying,” and to provide an overview of the types of legal avenues that may be available to a victim of bullying.

In Light of Varying State Anti-Hazing Laws, Is the “Halting Hazing Act of 2012” the Solution?  (2024-02-09 13:12:44)
In Light of Varying State Anti-Hazing Laws, Is the “Halting Hazing Act of 2012” the Solution?

Connecticut Supreme Court Addresses the Identifiable Person-Imminent Harm Exception to Governmental Immunity  (2024-02-09 13:22:55)
In a decision, the Supreme Court of Connecticut had an opportunity to address municipal immunity, and specifically, the “identifiable victim-imminent harm” exception to discretionary act immunity.

The Misrepresentation of Minorities in Special Education Classes  (2024-02-12 10:16:20)
A law went into effect here in Connecticut that requires the State Department of Education to identify school districts that “disproportionately and inappropriately identif[y] minority students as requiring special education because such students have a reading deficiency.”[1] Under this statute, the term “minority student” takes on the public’s common understanding: any student that is non-white or of Hispanic/Latino ethnicity. In 1954, the Supreme Court issued its landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education that struck down de jure racial segregation, noting that “separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.”[2] Since then, many great strides have been made to offer free, appropriate public education to all children, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, and disability.

Developing Your Special Education Child’s Individualized Education Program  (2024-02-12 10:26:10)
A series of articles on this website provides an overview of the special education process so you, as a parent, know what to expect. You have the right to make sure your child receives a free appropriate public education (FAPE), and oftentimes that means a standard classroom environment does not meet your child’s special needs due to a disability. If your child is between 3 and 21 years of age, suffers from an enumerated disability under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the disability interferes with his or her classroom performance, you have the opportunity to seek special education and related services. More importantly, you can play a critical role on the planning and placement team (PPT) to evaluate your child’s special education referral to determine eligibility.

Tenured Teacher’s Wrongful Termination Claims Dismissed for Failure to Exhaust Administrative Remedies  (2024-02-12 10:36:42)
The Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford granted a school district’s motion to dismiss a wrongful termination lawsuit by a teacher, who claimed he was fired because of his disability. Rather than reaching the merits of the case, the Court stated it lacked jurisdiction. This case illuminates the importance for teachers and staff to first exhaust all administrative remedies, including enumerated appeals processes, before seeking recourse with the courts.

Cyberbullying and the Fourth Amendment Right to Privacy  (2024-02-12 10:47:49)
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has swiftly responded to the Fairfield school board’s proposed amendments to its internet use policy, contending that the proposed policy amendments will run afoul of the Fourth Amendment’s prohibition against unreasonable searches and seizures.

The Boundaries of a Child’s Constitutional Right to Education in Connecticut  (2024-02-12 10:53:38)
Under the Constitution of Connecticut, “There shall always be free public elementary and secondary schools in the state.”[1] However, to satisfy free appropriate public education, or FAPE, requirements of federal law, this doesn’t mean parents may engage in a sort of free-for-all in dictating the five W’s of their child’s educational opportunities at public expense. Rather, case precedent has established limitations that take into account the interests of the child balanced against governmental concerns of the school district.

Hurdles Employees Must Jump in Filing a Claim for Unlawful Discrimination  (2024-02-12 11:14:31)
Here in Connecticut and across the nation, employees from all walks of life routinely face unlawful discriminatory practices and treatment in the workplace. Depending on the nature of the claim, he or she may file civil lawsuits under Title VII (which prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, and national origin) or the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act (CFEPA). However, employees need to keep in mind that before they seek recourse with the courts, they must first exhaust all of their administrative remedies. “The exhaustion requirement exists to afford the administrative agency the opportunity to investigate, mediate, and take remedial action.”[1] Failure to do so will result in dismissal of the case.

What Is the Law Controlling Drug Testing in the Workplace or in Public Schools in Connecticut?  (2024-02-12 11:24:07)
What Is the Law Controlling Drug Testing in the Workplace or in Public Schools in Connecticut?

Lower Mortgage Rates, Without More, Do Not Constitute Substantial Change in Circumstances  (2024-02-12 11:39:33)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford considered a defendant’s argument that the plaintiff had a substantial change in circumstances due to her new residence in a lower cost of living area.

Former Wife Found in Contempt For Refusing to Pay College Expenses  (2024-02-12 11:53:11)
A decision rendered in the Connecticut Superior Court illustrates the potential consequences of entering into an ambiguous agreement regarding the payment of college expenses.  In this particular case, the parties obtained an uncontested divorce on September 8, 2008.  Pursuant to the terms of their separation agreement, the parties were each responsible for paying 50% of their children’s “actual college education.”

Court Reversed Expulsion of Student, Finds Knife Allegations Unreliable  (2024-02-12 12:02:45)
In the case of Balbi v. Ridgefield Public Schools, a student and his parents appealed the decision of the Ridgefield Board of Education, which voted both to expel the student for allegedly threatening another student with a knife, and not to provide alternative education for the student. The expulsion was the result of an incident that took place on October 8, 1999, on Ridgefield High School grounds.

Day Care’s License Revoked For Overcapacity and Disorderly Conduct  (2024-02-12 12:18:47)
In the case of Elf v. Department of Public Health, a home daycare provider appealed a decision by the public health department to revoke her license. The daycare provider claimed that the department was absent of a legitimate legal basis and lacked substantial evidence. By law, a court cannot overturn an administrative decision, such as the one made by the department of health, if the record affords a basis of fact from which the department’s decision to revoke her license could be reasonably inferred.

Special Needs Trusts in Connecticut  (2024-02-12 12:25:29)
A special needs trust is set up for a person with special needs to supplement any benefits the person with special needs may receive from government programs. A properly drafted special needs trust will allow the beneficiary to receive government benefits while still receiving funds from the trust. There are three main types of special needs trusts, but first it is important to understand how a typical trust works.

Choose the Right Divorce Mediator  (2024-02-12 12:52:41)
You and your spouse have decided to divorce. Mediation is your choice. You agree not to litigate. The next step is to choose a mediator who is qualified and a good fit for you and your spouse.  Working with the right divorce mediator is an important decision that can greatly influence the outcome of your divorce process. Here are some factors to consider when selecting a divorce mediator in Connecticut.

Dividing Assets in Divorce  (2024-02-12 12:57:48)
Connecticut is an equitable division state. What that means is the court will look at many factors when dividing assets between spouses. Equitable does not mean equal, and it doesn't always mean the division will be fair and equitable if you leave the outcome to a judge. One way to ensure the division of your assets accrued during the marriage is equitable, is to work out an agreement with your spouse. Divorce Mediation is a process where you and your spouse can work together and decide on a fair division of your assets. This process is preferred over letting a court decide, and hoping for the best.

Marital Mediation Can Save Your Marriage  (2024-02-12 13:01:59)
Marital Mediation Can Save Your Marriage

Special Needs Trust  (2024-02-12 13:12:54)
A special needs trust is a legal document that allows an individual with a disability or special needs receive financial support while protecting their eligibility for government benefits.  The trust is like a container that holds money and assets of a person with disabilities or special needs. The trust can protect this money so the individual can receive extra support while keeping their government benefits intact.

Paying for College Under Connecticut Law  (2024-02-12 13:23:37)
Paying for College Under Connecticut Law

Shared Legal and Physical Custody Is Becoming More Popular  (2024-02-12 13:43:48)
Shared Legal and Physical Custody Is Becoming More Popular

Non-Adversarial Divorce in Connecticut  (2024-02-12 13:49:57)
A non-adversarial divorce in Connecticut is a process that aims to minimize conflict and promote cooperation between the parties. The goal of a non-adversarial divorce is to reach an agreement without the cost and hostility of an adversarial, litigious divorce. Couples work together to resolve issues such as property division, custody, support, and alimony without extensive litigation or courtroom battles.

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Hamden Hall Country Day School  (2024-02-12 13:57:59)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Hamden Hall Country Day School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Pierrepont School  (2024-02-12 14:20:57)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Pierrepont School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Easton Country Day School  (2024-02-12 14:28:15)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Easton Country Day School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Fairfield Country Day School  (2024-02-13 10:22:37)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Fairfield Country Day School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Fusion Academy Fairfield  (2024-02-13 10:23:41)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Fusion Academy Fairfield

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Fairfield College Preparatory  (2024-02-13 10:45:01)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Fairfield College Preparatory

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Notre Dame Catholic High School  (2024-02-13 10:45:54)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Notre Dame Catholic High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St Catherine Academy  (2024-02-13 10:53:50)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St Catherine Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Wooster School  (2024-02-13 11:15:57)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Wooster School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Immaculate High School  (2024-02-13 11:37:17)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Immaculate High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Christian Heritage School  (2024-02-13 11:51:43)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Christian Heritage School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St. Joseph High School  (2024-02-13 11:52:56)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St. Joseph High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Faith Prep School  (2024-02-13 12:02:37)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Faith Prep School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Rumsey Hall School  (2024-02-13 12:22:17)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Rumsey Hall School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Kolbe Cathedral High School  (2024-02-13 12:23:05)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Kolbe Cathedral High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Frederick Gunn School  (2024-02-13 12:38:17)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Frederick Gunn School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St Luke's School  (2024-02-13 12:55:03)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St Luke's School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: South Kent School  (2024-02-13 12:55:51)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: South Kent School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Pinnacle School  (2024-02-13 13:06:55)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Pinnacle School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Spire School  (2024-02-13 13:14:05)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Spire School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: King School  (2024-02-13 13:44:45)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: King School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Woodhall School  (2024-02-13 13:45:28)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Woodhall School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Kent School  (2024-02-13 13:46:13)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Kent School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Marvelwood School  (2024-02-14 10:26:23)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Marvelwood School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Forman School  (2024-02-14 10:36:50)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Forman School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Touchstone School  (2024-02-14 10:40:06)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Touchstone School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Indian Mountain School  (2024-02-14 10:43:39)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Indian Mountain School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Hotchkiss School  (2024-02-14 10:49:53)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Hotchkiss School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Westover School  (2024-02-14 10:59:32)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Westover School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Salisbury School  (2024-02-14 11:08:41)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Salisbury School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Taft School  (2024-02-14 11:13:53)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Taft School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Brunswick School  (2024-02-14 11:31:21)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Brunswick School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Charles F Hayden School - Boys & Girls Village  (2024-02-14 11:48:26)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Charles F Hayden School - Boys & Girls Village

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Greenwich Academy  (2024-02-14 12:02:16)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Greenwich Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Lauralton Hall  (2024-02-14 12:08:11)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Lauralton Hall

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Woodhouse Academy  (2024-02-14 12:21:40)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Woodhouse Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Holy Cross High School  (2024-02-14 12:35:59)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Holy Cross High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Sacred Heart Greenwich  (2024-02-14 13:02:35)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Sacred Heart Greenwich

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Sacred Heart H. S.  (2024-02-14 13:07:42)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Sacred Heart H. S.

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Notre Dame High School  (2024-02-14 13:11:45)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Notre Dame High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Hopkins School  (2024-02-14 13:26:40)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Hopkins School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Sacred Heart Academy  (2024-02-14 13:34:47)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Sacred Heart Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Foote School  (2024-02-14 13:48:43)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Foote School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Whitney Hall School  (2024-02-15 10:11:26)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Whitney Hall School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Cheshire Academy  (2024-02-15 10:22:16)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Cheshire Academy

Maya Murphy, P.C. Education Law Publication  (2024-02-15 10:42:43)
Maya Murphy, P.C. Education Law Publication

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Central Christian Academy  (2024-02-15 10:56:03)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Central Christian Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Master's School  (2024-02-15 10:59:49)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Master's School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Choate Rosemary Hall  (2024-02-15 11:03:34)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Choate Rosemary Hall

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Miss Porter's School  (2024-02-15 11:14:18)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Miss Porter's School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Raymond Hill School  (2024-02-15 11:26:46)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Raymond Hill School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Heritage Baptist Academy  (2024-02-15 11:55:21)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Heritage Baptist Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Midstate Christian Academy  (2024-02-15 12:07:22)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Midstate Christian Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Meliora Academy  (2024-02-15 12:23:52)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Meliora Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Renbrook School  (2024-02-15 12:32:20)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Renbrook School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Northwest Catholic High School  (2024-02-15 12:36:20)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Northwest Catholic High School

Divorce and Dividing Retirement Assets  (2024-02-15 12:42:25)
Couples getting divorced need to know the rules about dividing retirement assets.  Retirement assets include 401Ks, pensions, or an Individual Retirement Account known as an IRA, and are considered marital property. Marital property is subject to division between spouses in a divorce settlement. Follow these steps when dividing your retirement assets.

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Kingswood-Oxford School  (2024-02-15 12:55:00)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Kingswood-Oxford School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Watkinson School  (2024-02-15 13:02:44)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Watkinson School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Xavier High School  (2024-02-15 13:14:29)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Xavier High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Mercy High School  (2024-02-15 13:20:00)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Mercy High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Loomis Chaffee School  (2024-02-15 13:36:54)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Loomis Chaffee School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Cornerstone Christian School  (2024-02-15 13:49:02)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Cornerstone Christian School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: East Catholic High School  (2024-02-16 09:36:01)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: East Catholic High School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Franklin Academy  (2024-02-16 09:53:03)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Franklin Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St Thomas More School  (2024-02-16 10:28:10)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: St Thomas More School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Waterford Country School  (2024-02-16 10:29:10)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Waterford Country School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Bradley School-New London Regional  (2024-02-16 10:30:46)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Bradley School-New London Regional

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Williams School  (2024-02-16 10:59:13)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: The Williams School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Academy of the Holy Family  (2024-02-16 11:00:03)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Academy of the Holy Family

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Pomfret School  (2024-02-16 11:00:51)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Pomfret School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Pine Point School  (2024-02-16 11:29:27)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Pine Point School

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Putnam Science Academy  (2024-02-16 11:30:31)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Putnam Science Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: North Stonington Christian Academy  (2024-02-16 12:00:53)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: North Stonington Christian Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Suffield Academy  (2024-02-16 12:02:06)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Suffield Academy

What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Chase Collegiate School  (2024-02-16 12:03:01)
What to Do if Your Child is Facing Expulsion: Chase Collegiate School

Divorce is Like a Fingerprint - Unique  (2024-02-16 12:05:02)
Every divorce is like a fingerprint – unique. So, make sure you're getting advice that's right for your own situation. Couples want to make money side of things as smooth as possible during this bumpy time. Connecticut follows the principle of equitable distribution, which aims to divide assets fairly, though not necessarily equally. Factors to consider in an equitable division of assets are length of the marriage, each spouse's financial and non-financial contributions, and financial needs to name a few.

Navigating Immigration Law and Divorce  (2024-02-16 12:07:03)
Divorce can be a stressful process. When immigration law and a divorce intersect, it can be even more confusing and challenging. In this guide, we'll break down the key issues and offer practical advice for those facing both processes simultaneously. Here we discuss why consulting with a divorce and family law attorney is crucial when immigration concerns are involved.

Connecticut School Districts and Bullying: What Can Parents Do?  (2024-02-16 13:08:29)
This morning I received a very unfortunate email.  The email concerned bullying in Westport, Connecticut Schools. It included a heart-wrenching video of an 8th-grade girl claiming to be a victim of bullying in a Westport school. It is not just enough to feel sorry for this child, we need to question the effectiveness of the current laws and policies to avoid the tragic consequences that other towns have dealt with. 

Technology Company’s Non-Compete Found Enforceable on Grounds of Protecting Employer’s Interest and Commercial Operations  (2024-02-16 13:11:31)
Xplore Techs. Corp. v. Killion, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2401

Application of FINRA Rules & Regulations for Bank’s Employment Agreement  (2024-02-16 13:14:03)
Webster Bank, N.A. v. Cahill, 2009 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1672

Employment Agreements: Checklist for Enforceability  (2024-02-16 13:16:00)
Employment Agreements: Checklist for Enforceability

Violations of a Restrictive Covenant  (2024-02-16 13:17:52)
There are various circumstances under which an individual can be found in violation of a restrictive covenant. The two most common types of activity that result in litigation are (a) the solicitation of prohibited parties in violation of the time and/or geographical restrictions and (b) the unauthorized dissemination of confidential and proprietary information belonging to the plaintiff employer.

Relief For a Non-Compete Breach  (2024-02-19 09:24:58)
Relief For a Non-Compete Breach

US Supreme Court Establishes Employer Friendly Definition of “Supervisor” for Employer Liability for Title VII Employment Discrimination  (2024-02-19 09:50:11)
Vance v. Ball State University, 520 U.S. (2013)

Litigating A Non-Compete Agreement in Connecticut  (2024-02-19 09:58:23)
Litigating A Non-Compete Agreement in Connecticut

Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law  (2024-02-19 10:02:39)
Sexual Harassment Under Connecticut Law

Enforcing a Non-Compete Agreement to Protect Software Company’s Confidential Information  (2024-02-19 10:07:25)
Weseley Software Development Corporation v. Burdette, 977 F. Supp. 137

Gender Wage Gap in Connecticut  (2024-02-19 10:26:04)
Gender Wage Gap in Connecticut

Enforceability of Non-Solicitation Agreement for Potential Clients of Former Employer  (2024-02-19 10:30:43)
Webster Financial Corporation v. McDonald, 2009 Conn. Super. LEXIS 169

Court Enforces Non-Compete Clause Against Real Estate Agent  (2024-02-19 10:45:05)
Century 21 Access America v. McGregor-Mclean, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3239

A Summary of Sexual Harassment Workplace Policies in Connecticut  (2024-02-19 10:56:49)
Unfortunately, many instances of sexual harassment in the workplace go unreported, due either to a fear of retaliation or uncertainty as to whether the conduct constituted sexual harassment.  Whatever the case, no employee should feel demeaned in any way while on the job.  The following provides an overview of the various laws and regulations concerning sexual harassment in Connecticut, and the various steps employers must take to ensure compliance with the law.

What is a Constructive Discharge?  (2024-02-19 11:01:38)
What is a Constructive Discharge?

Americans With Disabilities Act  (2024-02-19 11:19:48)
Americans With Disabilities Act

Court Modifies Geographical Restriction in order to Enforce a Non-Compete Contract  (2024-02-19 11:32:47)
Eastcoast Guitar Center, Inc. v. Tedesco, 2000 Conn. Super. LEXIS 320

Change in Business Services/Products Doesn’t Invalidate a Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-02-19 11:36:03)
DiscoveryTel SPC, Inc. v. Pinho, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2683

FINRA Arbitration Awards Employer Over $500,000 for Promissory Notes Accelerated by Employee’s Termination  (2024-02-19 11:57:59)
In the Matter of the Arbitration between Claimants Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney FA Notes Holdings, LLC v. Respondent Robert W. Hathaway (2012 WL 2675417)

Breach of Non-Compete in Connecticut Insurance Firm  (2024-02-19 12:05:48)
CUNA Mutual Life Insurance Co. v. Butler, 2007 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1623

Does Termination of Employment Effect My Non-Compete?  (2024-02-19 12:22:03)
Does Termination of Employment Effect My Non-Compete?

Applying Basic Contract Principles to the Enforcement of a Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-02-19 12:26:17)
North American Outdoor Products, Inc. v. Dawson, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2677

CT Calls for Broader Initial Disclosures  (2024-02-19 12:42:58)
All of the judges in the District of Connecticut are now using Initial Discovery Protocols in most non-class action employment cases. In applicable cases, the Initial Discovery Protocols supersede parties’ initial disclosure obligations under Rule 26(a)(1) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Both the plaintiff and the defendant must respond to the Initial Discovery Protocols within 30 days after the defendant has submitted a responsive pleading or motion, unless the court rules otherwise.

NLRA’s Employee Rights No Longer Required to be Posted by Employers  (2024-02-19 12:47:52)
You’ve seen the poster right? You know, the large laminated red, white and blue posters filled with size 8 font of your employee rights and posted near lunch areas or the bathrooms? Well, employers are no longer required to post those for their employee’s benefit according to a new Federal Court Holding.

Enforcement of a Non-Compete  (2024-02-19 12:52:21)
The trip-wire for the enforcement of a restrictive covenant is a breach by a former employee of contractual provisions contained in the agreement. An employer is entitled to relief if a former employee is engaging, or threatening to engage, in activities expressly prohibited by a non-compete agreement, that would cause harm to the employer. A former employee’s violation of a non-compete agreement constitutes a breach and “dictate[s] that the plaintiff is entitled to enforce the agreement.” An employer may also be entitled to relief where the former employee has not yet breached the agreement but is threatening to do so. Under these circumstances, the former employer may be entitled to injunctive relief from the court restraining any breach irrespective of the potential damage.

Court Enforces Non-Compete Agreements Connected to Franchise Agreements  (2024-02-20 10:53:24)
Carvel Corporation v. DePaola, 2001 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1190

Mere Inclusion of a Restrictive Covenant Does Not Invalidate Entire Contract  (2024-02-20 10:57:11)
Wes-Garde Components Group, Inc. v. Carling Technologies, Inc., 2012 Conn. Super. LEXIS 899

Hostile Work Environment vs. Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment  (2024-02-20 11:00:55)
As an employment law attorney I can get too accustomed to the legal jargon.  One question frequently asked by prospective clients is “what is the difference between hostile work environment and quid pro quo sexual harassment?”  While both types of employment discrimination are illegal and actionable, they can take very different forms.

What Must an Employer Do to Accommodate an Employee or Job Applicant Who Has a Disability in Connecticut?  (2024-02-20 11:09:34)
What Must an Employer Do to Accommodate an Employee or Job Applicant Who Has a Disability in Connecticut?

Can an Employer Require an Employee to Remain on Disability Leave Due to Pregnancy in Connecticut?  (2024-02-20 11:13:12)
Can an Employer Require an Employee to Remain on Disability Leave Due to Pregnancy in Connecticut?

Do I Need an Attorney if I am Harassed at Work in Connecticut?  (2024-02-20 11:20:08)
Do I Need an Attorney if I am Harassed at Work in Connecticut?

Mediating a Sexual Harassment Claim  (2024-02-20 11:26:31)
Statistically, the overwhelming majority of sexual harassment cases are resolved prior to trial by “alternate dispute resolution” in the form of mediation or arbitration.  These proceedings (mediation in particular) are more informal than a courtroom trial, but you still need a zealous and experienced advocate on your side.

U.S. Supreme Court Decides on Restrictive Interpretation of Required Causation for Title VII Employer Retaliation, Circumventing Congressional Amendment  (2024-02-20 11:40:24)
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center v. Nassar, 570 U.S. ___ (2013)

Labor & Employment Law – What to Consider After Losing Your Job  (2024-02-20 11:56:33)
So you’ve lost your job.  Now what?  Depending on the circumstances, there are several legal issues to explore before moving on with your career.  Here is a basic summary of five issues to consider:

Five Things that Make a Connecticut Non-Compete Enforceable  (2024-02-20 12:01:59)
The Fairfield County employment lawyers here at Maya Murphy, P.C., have advised numerous residents of Greenwich, New Canaan, Stamford, Darien, and Westport about the enforceability of non-competition provisions contained in Employment Agreements or Separation Agreements.  While every case, and the wording of every agreement, is different, there are five “constants” that Connecticut courts look to in deciding whether or not to enforce a non-competition clause.  They are the starting point for any discussion or individual analysis of whether a particular non-compete may be enforceable as to you. Again, every case turns upon its own peculiar facts. The key concepts are:

Constructive Discharge Does Not Invalidate Connecticut Non-Compete Agreements  (2024-02-20 12:18:39)
Drummond American LLC v. Share Corporation, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 105965

Use of Word “Bitch” Does Not Automatically Imply Gender-Based Hostility  (2024-02-20 12:24:19)
A work environment is considered “hostile” if a reasonable person would have found it so and if the plaintiff subjectively so perceived it.  Outrageous conduct and egregious acts that are severe or pervasive automatically command an inference of gender-based hostility.  In the workplace of today, crude or degrading epithets, while hardly the rule, are certainly not the exception.  One such word—“bitch”—has seemingly found a place of its own in some people’s daily vocabulary.  The question arises as to whether constant use of that word in relation to a female employee is sex-based and reflects hostility toward women.  The short answer is it can, but doesn’t necessarily have to.

Retaliation Claim Under Title VII Denied, Employer Had Legitimate Reasons for Pay Decrease  (2024-02-20 12:41:15)
In a U.S. District Court case, a female employee’s claim of retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act was dismissed because the employer provided legitimate, nondiscriminatory justification for its adverse employment action.[1] The female employee brought action against her employer, alleging unlawful discrimination in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964[2] and the equivalent state discrimination law[3]. Specifically, plaintiff alleges she suffered unlawful discrimination, based upon her sex, alleging she was subjected to a hostile work environment and suffered retaliation for complaining about the same.[4]

Is it Illegal for an Employer to Bully an Employee in Connecticut?  (2024-02-20 12:48:40)
Is it Illegal for an Employer to Bully an Employee in Connecticut?

Is it Illegal to Decline to Hire a Qualified Candidate Because of Age in Connecticut?  (2024-02-20 12:59:34)
Is it Illegal to Decline to Hire a Qualified Candidate Because of Age in Connecticut?

I Was Injured at Work and Cannot Complete my Usual Job Requirements. Will I Need Legal Assistance in Connecticut?  (2024-02-20 13:06:03)
I Was Injured at Work and Cannot Complete my Usual Job Requirements. Will I Need Legal Assistance in Connecticut?

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace  (2024-02-20 13:38:26)
What may or may not constitute sexual harassment in the workplace can be a tricky subject.  The Connecticut Superior Court ruled on a specific provision of Connecticut’s sexual harassment law, specifically, the provision defining sexual harassment as “any conduct of a sexual nature” when “submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment.”

Court Finds 50-Mile Radius Prohibition Valid in a Connecticut Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-02-20 13:45:27)
United Rentals, Inc. v. Frey, 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 16375

Sufficient Consideration for At-Will Employees  (2024-02-20 13:50:36)
Home Funding Group, LLC v. Kochmann, 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 41376

Non-Compete Enforceability: Must Protect Legitimate Interest & Not Be Punitive  (2024-02-21 10:05:38)
Ranciato v. Nolan, 2002 Conn. Super. LEXIS 489

What’s in a Separation Agreement?  (2024-02-21 10:12:14)
With the economy where it is, the employment lawyers in the Westport, Connecticut office of Maya Murphy, P.C. are frequently asked to review and negotiate separation agreements for terminated employees.  These agreements often appear similar in form and content but must be carefully scrutinized, as they can contain hidden “trip wires” that can have a profound and long-lasting effect on the former employee’s job prospects.  Here are some of the things to look out for.

Continued Employment is Inadequate Consideration in Absence of At-Will Employment  (2024-02-21 10:16:14)
Cost Management Incentives, Inc. v. London-Osborne, 2002 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3967

Court Awards Damages for Breach of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-02-21 10:20:43)
Van Dyck Printing Co. v. DiNicola, 43 Conn. Supp. 191

What is “FINRA” and What Does (Should) It Do?  (2024-02-21 10:27:51)
Attorneys here at Maya Murphy frequently are called upon to represent individuals who are the subject of a FINRA inquiry, or a party to a FINRA arbitration.  We routinely post to our website client alerts regarding FINRA-related decisions but it occurred to us that we should take a step back and issue a post about FINRA itself—what it is, what it does (or doesn’t do), and where it came from.  Knowledge is power and because FINRA so pervades the financial industry to be forewarned is to be forearmed.

Hostile Work Environments and the Faragher/Ellerth Defense  (2024-02-21 10:42:15)
In a landmark case, the United States Supreme Court established the standard by which an employer could be held liable under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 for the creation of a hostile work environment based on sexual harassment.  By way of background, Title VII is a federal law that prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, and religion, and is applicable to employers with 15 or more employees.

Covenants Not To Compete in Franchise Agreements  (2024-02-21 10:56:15)
Pirtek USA, LLC v. Zaetz, 408 F.Supp.2d 81

Can an Employer Pay a Man More Than a Woman Who Works in the Same Position in Connecticut?  (2024-02-21 11:07:30)
Can an Employer Pay a Man More Than a Woman Who Works in the Same Position in Connecticut?

What Should an Employee Do if He/She Believes He/She is a Victim of Discrimination in Connecticut?  (2024-02-21 11:19:07)
What Should an Employee Do if He/She Believes He/She is a Victim of Discrimination in Connecticut?

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Defeating an Employer’s Defenses  (2024-02-21 11:28:01)
A victim of sexual harassment in the workplace has certain available protections and remedies under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, with respect to unwanted amorous advances, inappropriate touching, or an outright physical assault by another employee or co-worker.  Essentially, a victim of sexual harassment must prove in a civil lawsuit that the harassment was “sufficiently severe or pervasive” to alter the conditions of her employment, and that there was a specific basis for imputing the resulting hostile work environment to her employer (and not merely to the harasser).

Differences in the Enforcement of Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Covenants  (2024-02-21 11:46:38)
Newinno, Inc. v. Peregrim Development, Inc., 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1160

Courts Cannot Extend Expired Non-Compete Agreements Under Connecticut Law  (2024-02-21 11:55:14)
Aladdin Capital Holdings, LLC v. Donoyan, 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 61095

Effects on a Non-Compete Agreement When a Company Splits and Grants a License to the New Entity  (2024-02-21 12:04:30)
Multicare Physicians & Rehabilitation Group, P.C. v. Wong, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1351

Court Enforces Non-Compete Agreement to Protect Employer’s Business Interests  (2024-02-21 12:16:43)
Webster Bank v. Ludwin, 2011 Conn. Super. LEXIS 127

What Must an Employer Do If an Employee Is no Longer Able to Do Her Job Due to Pregnancy in Connecticut?  (2024-02-21 12:36:38)
What Must an Employer Do If an Employee Is no Longer Able to Do Her Job Due to Pregnancy in Connecticut?

Court Allows Title VII Claim of Hostile Work Environment Where Sexual Relationship with Supervisor  (2024-02-21 12:44:31)
In a Federal District Court case, the Court held that an employee engaged in a sexual relationship with her supervisor, of which other managers had knowledge, could proceed with a claim for hostile work environment and constructive discharge against her employer.[1] The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) brought an action on behalf of three female former employees of a sports apparel retailer, alleging claims for sexual harassment by the store general manager, Fulton, and retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  The employer, Finish Line, moved for summary judgment to dismiss the claims.[2]

Employee Alleging Quid Pro Quo Harassment Could Not Show Her Termination Was Linked to Sexual Relations with Employer  (2024-02-21 12:52:36)
In a Connecticut case from the Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk, where a female employee was sexually involved with her employer, her claims of quid pro quo harassment and constructive discharge were dismissed because she could not demonstrate sex was an implicit condition of her employment and the cessation of their relations caused her termination.[1]

Denial of Additional Shifts Could Constitute Adverse Action for Retaliation Claim under Title VII  (2024-02-21 13:12:30)
In a U.S. District Court decision, the Court found that a restaurant’s denial of an employee’s opportunity to work additional shifts could satisfy the adverse action requirement to support a Retaliation claim under Title VII. [1]

What Should an Employee Do if His/Her Employer Retaliates Against Him/Her for Reporting Discrimination in Connecticut?  (2024-02-21 13:17:54)
What Should an Employee Do if His/Her Employer Retaliates Against Him/Her for Reporting Discrimination in Connecticut?

What Should an Employee Do if He/She Has Been Sexually Harassed in Connecticut?  (2024-02-21 13:26:54)
What Should an Employee Do if He/She Has Been Sexually Harassed in Connecticut?

What Is A Trust In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 10:22:19)
What Is A Trust In Connecticut?

What Is Sexual Harassment In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 10:24:01)
What Is Sexual Harassment In Connecticut?

What Is Employment Discrimination In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 10:41:51)
What Is Employment Discrimination In Connecticut?

What Is A ‘Hostile Work Environment’ In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 10:51:48)
What Is A ‘Hostile Work Environment’ In Connecticut?

What Does A Living Trust Do In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 10:53:20)
What Does A Living Trust Do In Connecticut?

Do I Need A Will If I Have A Living Trust In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 11:14:10)
Do I Need A Will If I Have A Living Trust In Connecticut?

Termination Does Not Invalidate A Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-02-22 11:26:09)
Built In America, Inc. V. Morris, 2001 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2953

Non-Compete Invalidated Due To Unnecessary Restrictions On Future Employment  (2024-02-22 11:38:11)
Connecticut Bathworks Corp. V. Palmer, 2003 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2193

How To Defeat A Non-Compete In Connecticut  (2024-02-22 11:56:32)
So you are locked into a non-compete agreement, or are you? Here at Maya Murphy, P.C. in Westport, CT, our employment law attorneys have been enforcing and beating non-competes for over a decade. With experience in both New York and Connecticut tribunals, our employment law group has seen it all when it comes to non-competes. Below are just a few of the many ways our attorneys have poked holes in non-compete agreements and freed our clients from their restraint.

What Does It Mean To Be “Grandfathered In” To A Position In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 12:01:35)
What Does It Mean To Be “Grandfathered In” To A Position In Connecticut?

What Is A Living Will In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 12:14:00)
What Is A Living Will In Connecticut?

What Is A Health Care Proxy In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 12:28:16)
What Is A Health Care Proxy In Connecticut?

Does Jointly Held Property Have To Go Through Probate In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 12:34:12)
Does Jointly Held Property Have To Go Through Probate In Connecticut?

Can I Sue My Boss If I Am Being Deprived Of Tips?  (2024-02-22 12:43:41)
Can I Sue My Boss If I Am Being Deprived Of Tips?

Racial Remarks And Jokes Are Made At My Job. I Have Complained To Management And Nothing Has Been Done. What Should I Do?  (2024-02-22 12:48:28)
Racial Remarks And Jokes Are Made At My Job. I Have Complained To Management And Nothing Has Been Done. What Should I Do?

I Am Planning To Buy A Pre-Owned Car, But The Carfax And The Registration Do Not Match Up.  (2024-02-22 13:05:57)
I Am Planning To Buy A Pre-Owned Car, But The Carfax And The Registration Do Not Match Up.

What Is The Purpose Of Interrogatories?  (2024-02-22 13:23:56)
What Is The Purpose Of Interrogatories?

Can I Be Fired After Working Only 40 Hours At A Connecticut Restaurant?  (2024-02-22 13:41:44)
Can I Be Fired After Working Only 40 Hours At A Connecticut Restaurant?

I Quit My Job Because Of Harassment And Threats, What Should I Do?  (2024-02-22 13:46:32)
I Quit My Job Because Of Harassment And Threats, What Should I Do?

What Is The Enforceability Of An Employment Contract In Connecticut?  (2024-02-22 13:55:31)
What Is The Enforceability Of An Employment Contract In Connecticut?

Q: Does My Employer Have To Give Me Two Weeks Notice That I Am Being Laid Off?  (2024-02-23 10:22:47)
Q: Does My Employer Have To Give Me Two Weeks Notice That I Am Being Laid Off?

I Was Fired From My Job For Violating Rules And Regulations For Safety And General Conduct, Can I Collect Unemployment?  (2024-02-23 10:24:41)
I Was Fired From My Job For Violating Rules And Regulations For Safety And General Conduct, Can I Collect Unemployment?

Will My Fiancé’s Record Make It More Difficult For Me To Find A Job Once We Are Married?  (2024-02-23 10:45:52)
Will My Fiancé’s Record Make It More Difficult For Me To Find A Job Once We Are Married?

I Am Collecting Unemployment In Connecticut, And Received A Permanent Partial Disability Award From My Previous Employer. Will My Connecticut Unemployment Be Reduced?  (2024-02-23 10:52:06)
I Am Collecting Unemployment In Connecticut, And Received A Permanent Partial Disability Award From My Previous Employer. Will My Connecticut Unemployment Be Reduced?

I Was Injured While Working In 2012 And Worker’s Comp Only Covered My Injury Until 2013. Can I Appeal And Be Reimbursed For Losses?  (2024-02-23 10:57:34)
I Was Injured While Working In 2012 And Worker’s Comp Only Covered My Injury Until 2013. Can I Appeal And Be Reimbursed For Losses?

I Have Been Working A 40 Hour Work Week For 15.5 Years And Have Only Been Paid For 37.5 Hours. Am I Entitled To My Money Earned?  (2024-02-23 11:12:23)
I Have Been Working A 40 Hour Work Week For 15.5 Years And Have Only Been Paid For 37.5 Hours. Am I Entitled To My Money Earned?

Can An Employee Sue For Wrongful Discharge Even Though The Employee Did Not Have An Employment Contract?  (2024-02-23 11:28:55)
Can An Employee Sue For Wrongful Discharge Even Though The Employee Did Not Have An Employment Contract?

Your Divorce Checklist  (2024-02-23 11:49:53)
Getting a divorce, for many people, is the most challenging life event they have experienced. Not only does divorce tend to be both financially and emotionally taxing, the legalities of getting a divorce can be overwhelming. Divorce can leave you feeling as though almost all aspects of your life are uncertain. In the face of such uncertainties, it is especially important to know what questions to ask your divorce attorney. We compiled a list of topics for you to consider when contemplating divorce.

Technology Company’s Non-Compete Found Enforceable on Grounds of Protecting Employer’s Interest and Commercial Operations  (2024-02-23 11:57:38)
Xplore Techs. Corp. v. Killion, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2401

Court Grants Legal and Equitable Relief in Breach of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-02-23 12:00:17)
National Truck Emergency Road Service, Inc. v. Peloquin, 2011 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2393

Form U5 – Employment Termination in the Securities Industry  (2024-03-01 11:50:08)
Broker-dealers, investment advisors, and issuers of securities routinely use Form U5 to terminate the registration of an individual whose employment has ended and to notify the appropriate jurisdiction or self-regulatory organization.  Employees are still subject to the jurisdiction of regulators for at least two years after the registration has been terminated and may have to provide information about the association with their former employer.  The section of Form U5 that may be the most problematic concerns the reason for the termination that must be provided by the employer.

Difference in Job Responsibilities and Knowledge Prevents Breach of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-01 11:52:57)
Tyco Healthcare Group v. Ross, 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 49867

Court Invalidates Non-Compete Agreement for Unreasonable Restrictions  (2024-03-01 11:59:56)
Trans-Clean Corp. v. Terrell, 1998 Conn. Super. LEXIS 717

Implied Duty to Not Disclose Accounts and Trade Secrets and Exceptions to the Rule  (2024-03-01 12:08:41)
Booth Waltz Enterprises v. Kimlingen, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2682

Court Grants Motion for Transfer to California District Court in Non-Compete Agreement Dispute  (2024-03-01 12:30:02)
United Rentals, Inc. v. Pruett, 296 F. Supp.2d 220

Firing to Prevent Pension Vesting, Without More, Does Not Violate ADEA  (2024-03-01 12:31:48)
In this economy, companies are terminating employees in an effort to increase share value or simply improve the bottom line.  Often it is the older, more senior, and more costly employees that are the first to go.  The question sometimes arises: “Can my employer fire me to prevent my pension from vesting (thereby saving itself money) without violating the Age Discrimination in Employment Act?”  The short and surprising answer is “yes,” assuming the absence of other critical allegations necessary to sustain an ADEA claim.

Court Invalidates Non-Compete Agreement for Excessive Restraint of Trade  (2024-03-01 12:50:48)
CT Cellar Doors, LLC v. Palamar, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3247

Preemptive Effect of LMRA Extends to Suits Alleging Liability in Tort  (2024-03-04 11:25:40)
Preemptive Effect of LMRA Extends to Suits Alleging Liability in Tort

Court Denies Enforcement Due to Inconsistencies & Absence of Valid Contract  (2024-03-04 11:27:27)
Luongo Construction & Development, LLC v. Keim, 2008 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1182

Employee Handbook Alert: Seemingly Neutral Work Rule May Violate NLRA  (2024-03-04 11:46:42)
The National Labor Relations Act (“NLRA”) gives private-sector employees the unqualified right to engage in “protected concerted activity” which includes discussing among themselves such things as wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.  An employer cannot promulgate a work rule that tends reasonably to chill employees’ exercise of that statutory right. Karl Knauz Motors, Inc. owned and operated a BMW dealership.  Its employee handbook contained the following (apparently common sense) rule: (b) Courtesy: Courtesy is the responsibility of every employee.  Everyone is expected to be courteous, polite, and friendly to our customers, vendors and suppliers, as well as to their fellow employees.  No one should be disrespectful or use profanity or any other language which injures the image or reputation of the Dealership.

To Be Qualified for a Position, an Employee Must Also Be Eligible  (2024-03-04 11:54:46)
Most employees are familiar with the proposition that for them to prevail in a discrimination case they must prove several things, including that they were “qualified” for the position sought (and denied).  Most people equate being “qualified” with “possessing the qualifications to perform the job” and this is correct.  But there is more.  In addition to being technically competent, the employee must also be eligible to apply for the position.

Breach and Irreparable Harm Required for Enforcement of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-04 12:00:15)
Opticare, P.C. v. Zimmerman, 2008 Conn. Super. LEXIS 759

Court Amends Time Restriction for Engineering Firm Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-04 12:25:37)
Maintenance Technologies International, LLC v. Vega, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 136

Investigatory Meeting Even With Possible Consequences Not an Adverse Employment Action  (2024-03-04 12:27:11)
Employees sometimes find themselves summoned to an internal investigation and informed that they could be terminated depending upon the results of the investigation.  As long as the employer is merely (and reasonably) enforcing its preexisting disciplinary policies, such circumstances (however unsettling) do not support even a prima facie case of employment discrimination.

Proxy/Alter Ego Liability for Sexual Harassment  (2024-03-04 12:42:14)
Proxy/Alter Ego Liability for Sexual Harassment

A Quick Guide to Separation Agreements and Severance Packages  (2024-03-04 12:52:39)
A Quick Guide to Separation Agreements and Severance Packages

Enforcing a Non-Compete Agreement in a Medical Partnership  (2024-03-04 13:04:03)
Fairfield County Bariatrics and Surgical Associates, P.C. v. Ehrlich, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 568

Four-Prong Test Applied to Enforce Non-Compete Provision in a Franchise Agreement  (2024-03-04 13:13:34)
Money Mailer Franchise Corporation v. Wheeler, 2008 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2260

Five Things You Need to Know About Connecticut Separation Agreements  (2024-03-04 13:31:50)
As a result of the state of the economy, in general, and in Fairfield County, in particular, we in the Westport, Connecticut office of Maya Murphy, P.C. have seen a spate of Separation Agreements brought to us by recently terminated employees.  Our experienced employment-law attorneys review and critique these Agreements, and often advocate on behalf of our clients to enhance a separation package. Here are five things you need to know about Separation Agreements:

Employer Not Liable for Doing “Stupid” or Even “Wicked” Things  (2024-03-04 13:48:43)
Employment discrimination laws protect employees from discrimination.  They do not protect against “ordinary workplace experiences” that offend one’s sensibilities or result in hurt feelings.  A Connecticut woman found that out the hard way when a Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s grant of summary judgment against her.  There was no dispute as to any material fact and the employer was entitled to judgment as a matter of law.  Thus, there was no need for a trial on the merits. The employee in question was fired from her “at will” position as Public Relations Coordinator for a large corporation because of her volatile workplace behavior spanning three years.  She claimed that she was fired because of her age, and that she had suffered intentional infliction of emotional distress as a result.

Three-Year Restriction Found Unreasonable in CPA Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-04 14:05:15)
Haims, Buzzeo & Co. v. Wikstrom, 2003 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2539

When an Employee Refuses to Sign a Restrictive Covenant  (2024-03-04 14:13:03)
When an Employee Refuses to Sign a Restrictive Covenant

Enforcement of a Non-Compete Agreement in the Salon Industry  (2024-03-05 10:15:48)
Piscitelli v. Pepe, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3264

Industry Specific Factors Can Render Unenforceable a Covenant Not to Compete  (2024-03-05 10:30:12)
A non-compete covenant may be unenforceable even if it is reasonable in terms of geographic designation and time limitation.  In Creative Dimensions, Inc. v. Laberge, 2012 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1464 (Conn. Super. May 31, 2012), two individuals sold their business and became “at will” employees of the purchaser.  At issue was a nationwide agreement not to compete for a period of 18 months following termination of their employment.  The court found the covenant reasonable in time and space but unenforceable nevertheless because of certain other factors, including attributes of the underlying industry.

Only Connecticut Employees Count Toward CFMLA Threshold  (2024-03-05 10:47:27)
The Connecticut Family and Medical Leave Act (CFMLA) requires employers who employ 75 or more employees to provide eligible employees with 16 weeks of leave during any 24-month period for a variety of reasons, most concerning a serious health condition of a family member.  The Connecticut Supreme Court has recently held that Connecticut employers are not subject to the CFMLA unless they employ at least 75 employees within the state.  In this day and age of “virtual workplaces,” the decision of the Court offers certainty to employers but may deprive employees working remotely of CFMLA coverage.

Bullying in the Workplace — The Next Litigation Frontier?  (2024-03-05 11:02:56)
The Connecticut General Assembly enacted legislation to address student bullying in the school setting.  Now some states have turned their attention to bullying in the workplace.  The new statutes, if enacted, would create a new cause of action for employment discrimination—bullying.

Employee Files Retaliatory Discrimination Suit Against Yale University  (2024-03-05 11:04:39)
A Yale employee filed a retaliatory discrimination suit against Yale University, in which she alleged that after Yale hired her in 1999 as a “security education coordinator” to ensure the university’s compliance with Title IX, which is the federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education, the university ignored her solutions, responded with indifference, and cut her pay.  Ultimately, Susan Burhans alleged that Yale University made it impossible to do her job, which was to “develop campus safety programs and strategies to ensure Yale’s compliance with Title IX and related laws,” according to the complaint.

State Employee Retirement Benefits Payments are Not Exempt from Garnishment by Victims of Violent Crime  (2024-03-05 11:15:34)
Klingman v. Winters, KNLCV020560881, 2010 WL 5493498 (Conn. Super. Ct. Dec. 8, 2010)

Expunging a Dirty U-5—Be Careful What You Ask For!  (2024-03-05 11:25:00)
Expunging a Dirty U-5—Be Careful What You Ask For!

Test for Granting a Temporary Injunction for Breach of Connecticut Non-Compete  (2024-03-05 11:34:07)
Group Concepts, Inc. v. Barberino, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1036

Role of Consideration in a Connecticut Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-05 11:48:45)
J. M. Layton & Co. v. Millar, 2004 Conn. Super LEXIS 2226

Excessive Geographical Restriction Invalidates Connecticut Non-Compete Between Dance Studio and Instructor  (2024-03-05 12:02:14)
RKR Dance Studios, Inc. v. Makowski, 2008 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2295

Veterinary Doctor’s Non-Compete Invalidated When Terms Unreasonably Favor Employer  (2024-03-05 12:14:37)
Merryfield Animal Hospital v. MacKay, 2002 Conn. Super. LEXIS 4099

Five Prong Test for Non-Compete Agreement in Connecticut  (2024-03-05 12:23:56)
Scott v. General Iron & Welding Co., 171 Conn. 132

Physician Adequately Alleges Violation of CUTPA Against His Former Counsel  (2024-03-05 12:33:44)
In a decision, the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Stamford/Norwalk held that a plaintiff physician adequately alleged a violation of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (“CUTPA”) against his former counsel.  More specifically, the Court held that, as alleged, the defendant law firm’s actions were entrepreneurial in nature, and, thus, were not subject to immunity that ordinarily attaches to conduct involving legal representation. In reaching its decision, the Court relied on the following facts, as alleged in the plaintiff’s complaint:

A Summary of Connecticut vs. New York Law on Enforcing Non-Competes  (2024-03-05 12:47:02)
We here in the Westport, Connecticut office of Maya Murphy, P.C. are often asked about the enforceability of a non-compete covenant under either Connecticut or New York law.  As many Fairfield County residents work in New York, we thought it appropriate to give a quick summary of the two approaches to the issue.  The short answer is that Connecticut and New York laws are similar, but not the same.

The Enforceability of Liquidated Damages Provisions in Non-Compete Agreements  (2024-03-05 13:02:23)
The Enforceability of Liquidated Damages Provisions in Non-Compete Agreements

Both Parties Must Sign Non-Compete Agreement To Make It Legally Binding  (2024-03-05 13:25:15)
Fairfaxx Corp. v. Nickelson, 2000 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2340

Inadequate Evidence to Prove Indirect Solicitation  (2024-03-05 13:37:02)
PCRE v. Unger, 2010 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1129

De Facto New Employment Relationship Precludes Restrictive Covenant Enforcement By Successor Employer  (2024-03-05 13:44:08)
Kelly Services, Inc. v. Savic, 2006 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 83930

Retention of Confidential Information is a Clear Breach of Non-Compete According to Connecticut Court  (2024-03-05 14:04:12)
TyMetrix, Inc. v. Szymonik, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3865

Imminent Risk of Irreparable Harm is Requisite for Enforcing Non-Compete Agreements  (2024-03-05 14:09:09)
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Co. v. Francavilla, 191 F.Supp.2d 270

Identifying de facto Geographical Limitations in Connecticut Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-06 10:05:02)
New Haven Tobacco Company operated a wholesale tobacco business and entered into an employment contract with Mr. Frank Perrelli in December 1980.  As part of the contract, Mr. Perrelli signed a non-compete agreement wherein he agreed to “not directly or indirectly sell products similar to those of the Employer (New Haven Tobacco Co.) to any of the customers he has dealt with or has discovered and became aware of while in the employ of the Employer for a period of twenty-four months from the termination of his employment”.

Requisite Proof to Demonstrate Irreparable Harm in Connection to Breach of Non-Compete  (2024-03-06 10:17:37)
VBrick Systems, Inc. v. Stephens, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 45835

Contractual Imposition of a Penalty for Breach Violates Connecticut Law & Policy  (2024-03-06 10:28:47)
PRF of Connecticut, Inc. v. Gosselin, 1993 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3201

Balancing Policy Concerns When Determining Enforceability of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-06 10:39:47)
Booth Waltz Enterprises, Inc. v. Pierson, 2009 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1912

Non-Compete Agreements in the New Haven Salon Industry  (2024-03-06 10:50:48)
Sabatasso v. Bruno, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 899

Court Enforces Non-Compete and Rejects “Ambiguous Language” and “Unreasonable Restrictions” Defenses  (2024-03-06 11:09:40)
Century 21 Access America v. Lisboa, 2003 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2085

Connecticut & Missouri Laws Apply the Same Tests to Determine the Enforceability of Non-Compete Agreements  (2024-03-06 11:21:40)
H & R Block Eastern Tax Services, Inc. v. Brooks, 2000 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 19369

Year End Employment Contract Bonus Payments in Connecticut: Enforceable Promises?  (2024-03-06 11:32:25)
Given the downturn in the economy, millions of employees lost their jobs at the end of 2012. Many of those jobs were based upon a compensation structure including a base salary and a bonus to be paid at the end of the year, or early this year, as in now. If you are one of those individuals who lost your job, you are probably wondering whether you are entitled to the bonus you thought you were promised. The Connecticut Appellate Court answered this question in favor of employees.

Contract Principles in Connecticut Non-Compete Agreements: Consideration and the Parol Evidence Rule  (2024-03-06 11:44:14)
United Rentals, Inc. v. Bastanzi, 2005 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 45268

Duration of Connecticut Non-Compete Agreement Reduced by the Court  (2024-03-06 11:53:42)
Access America, LLC v. Mazzotta, 2005 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2597

Severance Agreements and Offer Letters, or Severance Letters and Offer Agreements: What Senior Managers and Directors Need to Know  (2024-03-06 12:04:47)
Given the state of the economy, companies large and small are looking to reduce head count and cut back their payrolls.  Senior members of management are often the first to go as they represent big salaries and even bigger bonuses that severely impact the bottom line. We here at Maya Murphy, P.C. represent a number of executives for whom we are negotiating severance agreements and/or job offers and see developing trends in both the hiring and termination aspects of employment law. In this article, we will point out and discuss those trends so that you are better able to assess your own particular situation as you consider leaving one company to join another, and decide whether to engage legal counsel to help you navigate the process.

Excessive Geographical Limitation in Connecticut Non-Compete Agreement Found Unenforceable  (2024-03-06 12:18:12)
Timenterial, Inc. v. Dagata, 29 Conn. Supp. 180

Non-Compete Agreements (Restrictive Covenants) for Practicing Physicians in New York and Connecticut: Just How Enforceable Are They?  (2024-03-06 12:31:02)
A restrictive covenant (often referred to as a non-compete clause or a covenant not to compete) is a clause contained in an employment contract through which the employee agrees not to pursue a similar profession or trade, placing them in competition with the employer, after the employment relationship is terminated.  This clause or covenant is often put in place to prevent a former employee from using information he or she obtained through the course of their employment to gain a competitive advantage over their former employer.  

Connecticut Non-Competes and Jurisdiction Can Be Applicable To Out-Of-State Companies And Employees  (2024-03-06 12:43:15)
United Natural Foods, Inc. v. Hagen, 2010 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 82871

Employment Contracts and Non-Compete Agreements in Connecticut  (2024-03-06 12:53:40)
Our firm enjoys a strong national reputation for representing employees, executives and partners in all areas of employment law. From representing senior executives in employment contract and severance negotiations, to protecting individuals’ civil rights in the workplace. Maya Murphy is a recognized leader in the field of employment law. As employment lawyers, we take great pride in our innovative approach to the practice of law and our firm’s focus on protecting and promoting employee rights.

Court Enforces Non-Compete Agreement Against Connecticut Ophthalmologist  (2024-03-06 13:03:12)
Musto v. OptiCare Eye Health Centers, 2000 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2298

Defining “Marketing” in Connecticut Non-Compete Agreements  (2024-03-06 13:17:35)
Express Scripts, Inc. v. Sirowich, 2002 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3444

What to Know About Your Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-06 13:40:24)
In the current economic environment, understanding your obligations under a non-compete agreement could be essential to finding new employment. In uncertain times, an employee may not understand that not all non-compete agreements are enforceable. Here are seven (7) important things to know about non-compete agreements.

Non-Compete Agreement Restrictions in Connecticut Funeral Services Industry  (2024-03-06 13:43:59)
Sagarino v. SCI State Funeral Services, Inc., 2000 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1384

Court Denies Employee’s Motion for Summary Judgment Because Parties Dispute Material Facts of the Case  (2024-03-06 13:52:58)
Webster Financial Corporation v. Levine, 2009 Conn. Super. LEXIS 841

Connecticut Non-Compete Invalidated on Grounds of Unnecessary Protection Afforded to Employer  (2024-03-07 10:15:51)
Sanford Hall Agency, Inc. v. Dezanni, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3574

Connecticut Law Governs Non-Compete for Employee Based in Company’s Brazil Office  (2024-03-07 10:30:03)
MacDermid, Inc. v. Selle, 535 F.Supp.2d 308

What To Know About Your Severance Package  (2024-03-07 10:46:32)
During these economic times, many companies big and small, are facing the hard reality of layoffs. As hard as it is for companies, it is even harder for employees. Faced with no job and a bare economy, accepting a severance package might seem like the best choice.  But before signing anything, it is important to understand the basics of the severance package and the potential rights that might be relinquished in the process.

Harassment at Work: Young Employees are Vulnerable and Should Know Their Rights  (2024-03-07 10:56:40)
In her mid-20s, Melanie Chalwell worked for a boss who was constantly hitting on her. Whenever she talked to him, he tried to brush up against her. He asked Chalwell to go to his house and other places with him. At the time she thought it was funny and liked the attention. But the Yonkers, N.Y., resident, who now works at the Danbury Fair mall, says she also knew it was inappropriate. And today, looking back on what happened, she sees the situation really was “weird.”

What to Know About Your Offer Letter  (2024-03-07 10:59:52)
In Connecticut, an employment relationship is “at will,” unless governed by a contract. Employment at will grants both parties the right to terminate the relationship for any reason or no reason, at any time. But what about employment pursuant to an offer letter?  Here are a few things you need to know about an offer letter and its terms.

Connecticut Courts Strike Down Unreasonable Non-Compete Agreements  (2024-03-07 11:24:33)
Have you lost your job?  Your career? This economy is brutal and has affected millions of Americans.  Countless people have been fired or laid off, and a lot of folks are struggling to regain their livelihood, especially in the banking industry.  The current job market is lean and extremely competitive, and as a result, finding a replacement job to make ends meet has become difficult.  Remarkably, in some instances, it is not the economy that is preventing these folks from rejoining the ranks of the employed, but rather it is their former employers!

Sexual Orientation Can Give Rise to Hostile Work Environment Claim  (2024-03-07 11:26:30)
By now, most employees are aware that they may not be discriminated against in the workplace based upon such considerations as race, gender, national origin, age, or disability.  In a recent decision, the Connecticut Supreme Court added to that list workplace harassment because of sexual orientation.

In Sexual Harassment Claims, Court Will Consider the Totality of the Circumstances  (2024-03-07 11:42:49)
Working in a hostile environment can be a very traumatic experience.  Indeed, victims of sexual harassment often experience a pattern of mistreatment over an extended period of time.  This may include physical or verbal abuse, and often includes overtly gender-specific conduct as well as behavior which on its face appears to be gender-neutral (behavior that while abusive, when considered independently, may appear to have nothing to do with one’s gender).

Court Enforces Non-Compete Agreement for Niche Water Purification Company  (2024-03-07 11:50:02)
KX Industries, L.P. v. Saaski, 1997 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2444

In Divorce Action, Family Business Deemed Marital Asset, Wife Entitled to One-Half Interest  (2024-03-07 12:01:10)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford declared, as a marital asset subject to division, a business the husband formed and from which he officially retired but continued working for thereafter. The plaintiff wife and defendant husband were married for thirty-eight (38) years and resided in Stamford. The husband was the primary breadwinner and controlled finances within the marriage. Among a number of businesses and properties in which the husband held interest was one he formed in the early 1990s.

Two-Prong Test for Temporary Injunction for Breach of Non-Solicitation Agreement  (2024-03-07 12:16:24)
Integrated Corporate Relations, Inc. v. Bidz, Inc., 2009 Conn. Super. LEXIS 2212

Ambiguous “General Release Agreement” and Global Restrictions Invalidate a CT Non-Compete  (2024-03-07 12:24:30)
Connecticut Stone Supplies, Inc. v. Fresa, 2002 Conn. Super. LEXIS 4141

Court Upholds Non-Compete Agreement for Connecticut Tax Preparation Firm Employee  (2024-03-07 12:37:39)
Hoffnagle v. Henderson, 2002 Conn. Super. LEXIS 901

Court Enforces Non-Compete for Breach Within the Courier Services Industry  (2024-03-07 12:48:53)
Express Courier Systems, Inc. v. Brown, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3784

Enforcing a Non-Compete Agreement in the Connecticut Insurance Industry  (2024-03-07 12:55:36)
Grayling Associates, Inc. v. Villota, 2004 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1859

Legitimate Signature is Required for Enforcement of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-07 13:14:32)
In Stay Alert Safety Services, Inc. v. Fletcher, 2005 Conn. Super. LEXIS 1915, Mr. Christopher Fletcher began to work at United Rentals, Inc., a North Carolina company in the traffic safety and control industry, starting in February 2003.  He signed an employment agreement upon accepting the job offer wherein the agreement contained a non-compete provision.   According to the restrictive provisions, he was prohibited from working at a competing company located within two hundred miles for a period of two years after his termination.

What Does It Mean if My Employee is Subject to Income Withholding in Connecticut?  (2024-03-07 13:24:15)
What Does It Mean if My Employee is Subject to Income Withholding in Connecticut?

Employer Remedies for Violations of Restrictive Covenants in New York: Breach of Fiduciary Duty & Aiding and Abetting Breach of Fiduciary Duty  (2024-03-07 13:48:50)
An agreement containing a restrictive covenant is an agreement in which one party agrees to limit his conduct in exchange for a benefit.  Two common types of restrictive covenants include agreements not to compete and agreements not to solicit.  A non-competition agreement is a contract that an individual, often an employee, enters into with another party, often an employer, in which the individual agrees not to offer or engage in services that are competitive with the other party.  A non-solicitation agreement is a contract in which an individual, often an employee, enters into with another party, often an employer, in which the individual agrees not to poach employees and/or clients of the other party. Non-competition and non-solicitation agreements may be beneficial to employers because they offer protection for their business models, clients, and/or employees, which they may have spent years developing and training.

Is it Illegal for an Employer to Terminate Someone While They Are out on Disability Leave in Connecticut?  (2024-03-07 13:53:13)
Is it Illegal for an Employer to Terminate Someone While They Are out on Disability Leave in Connecticut?

Is it Illegal for an Employer to Require Long Shifts without Breaks in Connecticut?  (2024-03-07 14:06:19)
Is it Illegal for an Employer to Require Long Shifts without Breaks in Connecticut?

Enforcing a Non-Compete in Connecticut  (2024-03-08 10:11:10)
If you signed a valid non-compete agreement, try not to just forget about it. Former employers are using non-competes for more than just show nowadays, they are enforcing them aggressively. If you are thinking about working for your former employer’s competitor, or in another area that may be covered by a non-compete you previously signed, here are two ways your former employer may try to enforce the previous agreement against you.

Am I Entitled to Payment For Overtime Work, If I Have Not Been Paid for the Past 10 Years, in Connecticut?  (2024-03-08 10:19:01)
Am I Entitled to Payment For Overtime Work, If I Have Not Been Paid for the Past 10 Years, in Connecticut?

I Was Laid Off Due to Restructuring, but My Position Was Filled Two Days Later. I Was Forced to Sign a Separation Agreement. Can I Sue for Compensation in Connecticut?  (2024-03-08 10:33:47)
I Was Laid Off Due to Restructuring, but My Position Was Filled Two Days Later. I Was Forced to Sign a Separation Agreement. Can I Sue for Compensation in Connecticut?

Is a Bonus a ‘Wage’?: Not According to this Connecticut Supreme Court Decision  (2024-03-08 10:52:46)
Are you currently employed in Connecticut and have been promised a year-end bonus or had been promised a year-end bonus and never received it?   A Connecticut Supreme Court decision may affect the amount of protection you are afforded under Connecticut law if your employer defaults or has defaulted on that promise.

Can an Employee Who Waived Discrimination Claims in a Severance Agreement Still Sue for Discrimination?  (2024-03-08 11:15:35)
Can an Employee Who Waived Discrimination Claims in a Severance Agreement Still Sue for Discrimination?

Connecticut Court Uses Oral Agreement to Substantiate Consideration for Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-08 11:20:50)
In Command Systems, Inc. v. Wilson, 1995 Conn. Super. LEXIS 406, Mr. Steven Wilson worked for Command Systems, Inc. where he received a promotion to the position of Vice President and Secretary of the company on June 26, 1990.  In September of that year, management informed Mr. Wilson that he would receive a bonus contingent on the company achieving certain sales goals.  The company did achieve the specified goals in December 1990 but the company informed Mr. Wilson that he needed to sign an agreement containing a contractual non-compete clause before he could receive the bonus.  The parties signed an agreement on December 21, 1990, that contained several restrictive covenants.

Court Grants Combination of Equitable & Legal Relief for Breach of Non-Compete Agreement  (2024-03-08 11:33:31)
In Braman Chemical Enterprise, Inc. v. Barnes, 2006 Conn. Super. LEXIS 3753, Ms. Valerie Barnes worked as an exterminator for Braman Chemical Enterprises, Inc. from November 5, 1990, to April 26, 2006.  On October 24, 1990, in preparation for Ms. Barnes beginning to work, the parties executed a non-compete agreement titled “Restriction Against Other Employment After Termination of Work With Braman Chemical Enterprises, Inc.” where it stated that Ms. Barnes was prohibited from working at any branch of a pest control business within fifty miles of the Hartford City Hall for a period of six months.

How to Test a Non-Compete for Reasonableness and it’s Overall Enforceability  (2024-03-08 11:49:47)
How to Test a Non-Compete for Reasonableness and it’s Overall Enforceability

How Do I Negotiate a Severance Package in Connecticut?  (2024-03-08 11:53:06)
How Do I Negotiate a Severance Package in Connecticut?

I Was a Victim of Employment Discrimination  (2024-03-08 11:58:04)
I Was a Victim of Employment Discrimination

Court Invalidates Non-Compete Agreements to Prevent Employment with Company’s Clients  (2024-03-08 12:07:56)
Innovative Financial Services, LLC v. Urban, 2005 Conn. Super. LEXIS 775 marks a milestone in the law of non-compete agreements. Ms. Shelley Anne Urban worked as a full-time employee at Innovative Financial Services, LLC (IFS) from March 24, 2003, to January 17, 2004.  The company provided outsourced bookkeeping, accounting, and administrative services to approximately forty local businesses.

Can an Employee Sue for Wrongful Discharge Even Though the Employee Did Not Have an Employment Contract?  (2024-03-08 12:33:28)
Can an Employee Sue for Wrongful Discharge Even Though the Employee Did Not Have an Employment Contract?

I Have Been Working a 40 Hour Work Week for 15.5 Years and Have Only Been Paid for 37.5 Hours. Am I Entitled to My Money Earned?  (2024-03-08 12:45:23)
I Have Been Working a 40 Hour Work Week for 15.5 Years and Have Only Been Paid for 37.5 Hours. Am I Entitled to My Money Earned?

I was Injured While Working in 2012 and Worker’s Comp Only Covered My Injury until 2013. Can I Appeal and Be Reimbursed for Losses?  (2024-03-08 12:56:38)
I was Injured While Working in 2012 and Worker’s Comp Only Covered My Injury until 2013. Can I Appeal and Be Reimbursed for Losses?

I Am Collecting Unemployment in Connecticut, and Received a Permanent Partial Disability Award from My Previous Employer. Will my Connecticut Unemployment Be Reduced?  (2024-03-08 12:58:38)
I Am Collecting Unemployment in Connecticut, and Received a Permanent Partial Disability Award from My Previous Employer. Will my Connecticut Unemployment Be Reduced?

Will my Fiancé’s Record Make it More Difficult for me to Find a Job Once we Are Married?  (2024-03-08 13:12:45)
Will my Fiancé’s Record Make it More Difficult for me to Find a Job Once we Are Married?

I was Fired from my Job for Violating Rules and Regulations for Safety and General Conduct, Can I Collect Unemployment?  (2024-03-08 13:20:18)
I was Fired from my Job for Violating Rules and Regulations for Safety and General Conduct, Can I Collect Unemployment?

Q: Does my Employer Have to Give me Two Weeks Notice that I am Being Laid off?  (2024-03-08 13:44:26)
Q: Does my Employer Have to Give me Two Weeks Notice that I am Being Laid off?

In Marriage Dissolution, Alimony Award Was Determined by Length of Marriage and Stress in Relationship  (2024-03-11 10:39:59)
On July, 15, 2011, following trial in a Stamford based dissolution action, Judge Wenzel ordered the defendant husband to pay alimony to the wife as follows: from August 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011, the sum of $9,500 per month; from January 1, 2012 through December 1, 2012, the sum of $8,000 per month together with 30% of his gross income between $200,000 and $350,000; from January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2014 (or the closing for the sale of the marital residence, whichever occurs first) the sum of $6,000.00 per month together with 20% of his gross income between $200,000 and $300,000; and from January 1, 2015 until his 65th birthday, the sum of $4,000 a month.

Boost in Divorce Boosts Economy  (2024-03-11 10:42:58)
The number of Americans getting divorced rose for the third year in a row to about 2.4 million in 2012, after plunging in the 18-month recession ended June 2009, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. Whatever the social and emotional impact, the broad economic effects of the increase are clear: It is contributing to the formation of new households, boosting demand for housing, appliances and furnishings and spurring the economy. Divorces are also prompting more women to enter the labor force.

Family Law Update: Postnuptial Agreements Valid and Enforceable in Connecticut  (2024-03-11 11:01:22)
Upon beginning an action for a divorce, many people will disclose to their lawyers that the parties had already contemplated the end of their marriage, sometimes many years before.  More often than one would guess, the parties had even mapped out this projected end to their relationship with an agreement written during the marriage itself – maybe hammered out on the family computer, or perhaps scribbled on a restaurant napkin – which was intended by the parties to govern the terms of any divorce that would loom in the future.

Former Wife Found in Contempt For Refusing to Pay College Expenses  (2024-03-11 11:15:40)
A decision rendered in the Connecticut Superior Court illustrates the potential consequences of entering into an ambiguous agreement regarding the payment of college expenses.  In this particular case, the parties obtained an uncontested divorce on September 8, 2008.  Pursuant to the terms of their separation agreement, the parties were each responsible for paying 50% of their children’s “actual college education.”

Leading Divorce Law Firm in Fairfield County Connecticut: Maya Murphy  (2024-03-11 11:26:09)
Maya Murphy’s Matrimonial Law Group consists of a dedicated team of lawyers committed to representing its clients through the most complex divorce proceedings.  As a significant portion of our Matrimonial Law Group’s client base consists of high net-worth individuals, we have experience dealing with the valuation and division of a variety of assets including businesses, residential and commercial real estate, high-end personal property, trusts, various retirement vehicles, as well as stocks, bonds, and other securities.

When Third-Party Custody is Awarded in Connecticut  (2024-03-11 11:44:17)
Third-party custody can be awarded in Connecticut under some very exceptional circumstances. Most third-party actions fail and custody is ultimately awarded to a parent because they have a fundamental right to raise their children. The Connecticut Judicial Branch put out a few publications that outline what it takes for a third party to win in a custody action and the standards that will be applied to such actions. That publication included an analysis of a landmark case in Connecticut, Fish v. Fish, that helped shape the law on this issue in Connecticut. That case has since been cited as the proper way to interpret C.G.S.A. 46b-56 and 46b-57 which deal with custody and visitation. The CT publication and Fish v. Fish will be excerpted in the following to explain this tricky custody issue.

What Is a ‘Legal Separation’ in Connecticut?  (2024-03-11 11:58:15)
What Is a ‘Legal Separation’ in Connecticut?

Prenups are for More than Just the Wealthy  (2024-03-11 12:12:55)
A prenuptial agreement is an agreement between two individuals planning to get married on how property will be distributed on the possibility of their separation. While no one likes to imagine separating at such an exciting time as just before marriage, if you have extensive assets, it must be considered.

Common Ways Spouses Attempt to Hide Assets Upon Divorce  (2024-03-11 12:30:00)
Divorce is likely one of the worst times of a person’s life, or best if you can’t wait to get out of a miserable relationship. But one thing is for sure, divorces get messy. Too often they turn into drawn-out court battles, custody disputes, or worst of all, one spouse hiding assets from the other. We have all heard the phrases “I was cleaned out after my divorce,” or “my spouse took everything” in the divorce, and although it’s far from the legal truth, too many people believe this and try to protect their assets by hiding them.

What Is the Mandatory Parenting Education Program in Connecticut?  (2024-03-11 12:38:02)
What Is the Mandatory Parenting Education Program in Connecticut?

How Much Will a Divorce Cost in Connecticut?  (2024-03-11 12:57:12)
How Much Will a Divorce Cost in Connecticut?

Should I Consider Mediating my Divorce in Connecticut?  (2024-03-11 13:04:24)
Should I Consider Mediating my Divorce in Connecticut?

Considering Fault in a “No-Fault” Jurisdiction  (2024-03-11 13:19:12)
During an initial telephone call or divorce consultation, prospective clients often ask whether Connecticut is in fact a no-fault jurisdiction.  People typically equate that concept with the idea that marital property will automatically be divided equally, with each party receiving fifty percent.  Although Connecticut is indeed a no-fault jurisdiction, one should not presume that, regardless of the circumstances giving rise to the dissolution, each party will necessarily receive fifty percent of the marital estate.

Connecticut Supreme Court Holds Support Awards Based on Earning Capacity Must Specify Its Dollar Amount  (2024-03-11 13:29:25)
In a Connecticut Supreme Court decision, Tanzman v. Meurer, the Court held that when a trial court has based an alimony or child support award on a party’s earning capacity, the court must determine the specific dollar amount of the party’s earning capacity.[1] The Court overruled a previous Appellate Court decision, Chyung v. Chyung,[2] which held that a court issuing a lump-sum alimony award based on earning capacity was not required to specifically state the dollar amount.

Trending Now: Husbands Receiving Alimony  (2024-03-11 13:37:30)
There is a new trend in divorce, men receiving alimony. Although it may come as a shock to some, times are changing and more men are receiving alimony then ever. Why? Well, the gender wage gap is declining more than ever, and many women are now earning higher wages than their male spouses. An article by TIME shed some light on this truly interesting new approach to alimony, the article is quoted in it’s entirety in the following: It’s said that justice is blind, and that is becoming more apparent in the area of divorces and alimony. In the past, most husbands earned more than their wives. However, there are a growing number of marriages in which the wife is the breadwinner. As this trend changes, the face of spousal support is also changing. Now, it is not uncommon for a woman to wind up paying support to her ex-husband.

When Tug-of-War is Not a Game: Relocation After Divorce  (2024-03-11 13:52:59)
Lawyers often find ourselves telling clients that their divorce is never truly “final” when there are children involved.  Regrettably, many of the symptoms that bring spouses to our offices in the first place –the arguing, the conflict, certain confines and restrictions – may continue to exist on some level even after the lawyers have done their jobs and a judge signs a final judgment, especially when the divorcing parents are now entrusted with the responsibility to co-parent young children, from different homes, and from new perspectives.

What Has The Guardian Been Doing? GAL Disclosure in Divorce Proceedings  (2024-03-11 14:02:13)
In contested child custody matters, it is common for a court to appoint a Guardian ad litem to represent the interests of minor children for that particular lawsuit or proceeding.  While Guardians ad litem (or “GAL’s”) are often attorneys, they are less frequently psychologists, social workers, or other individuals with experience representing children’s interests. The duty of a GAL is to speak on behalf of the “best interests” of the child, without necessarily being bound by a child’s expressed preferences, even when those preferences conflict with the perceived “best interests” of the child.

Can I Ask a Connecticut Court to Enforce or Modify a Divorce Judgment Issued in Another State?  (2024-03-11 14:15:03)
Can I Ask a Connecticut Court to Enforce or Modify a Divorce Judgment Issued in Another State?

Can A Divorce Record Be Removed from the Judicial Website in Connecticut?  (2024-03-11 14:24:44)
Can A Divorce Record Be Removed from the Judicial Website in Connecticut?

Can I Stipulate in My Divorce for There to Be No Unmarried Cohabitation While Our Child Is Present in Connecticut?  (2024-03-11 14:33:44)
Can I Stipulate in My Divorce for There to Be No Unmarried Cohabitation While Our Child Is Present in Connecticut?

If A Court Order of Visitation Stipulates for Joint Custody, Can One Party Not Allow the Child to Visit the Other in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 10:16:36)
If A Court Order of Visitation Stipulates for Joint Custody, Can One Party Not Allow the Child to Visit the Other in Connecticut?

Domestic Violence and Divorce Litigation  (2024-03-12 10:26:58)
Domestic Violence and Divorce Litigation

A Case For a Child’s Wishes Over Court Determined Best Interests  (2024-03-12 10:35:57)
In Connecticut, like many jurisdictions, the prevailing view on awarding custody is what is in the child’s best interests. But what about that child’s wishes? With minor children this may be difficult, but what about when children are of age? Should the best interest standard work alongside a child’s wishes, or completely dominate them like court decisions of years past? A recent article by Ruth Bettelheim from the New York Times has shed some interesting light on the subject, and suggested a new view on the best interests standard. The article “In whose best interests?” is quoted in the following:

Despite Child’s Wishes, Mother Awarded Custody  (2024-03-12 10:48:19)
In a Superior Court decision, Sorrell v. Sorrell, the court awarded the mother primary custody of all three children despite the eldest child’s clear wishes. The parties had been married 15 years before the dissolution of marriage action had been brought because of irretrievable breakdown. The court found there was no hope for reconciliation and dissolved the marriage accordingly. Custody of the ex-couple’s three children became the real issue.

A Court’s Quick Legal Discussion on Visitation, Custody, and Alimony in CT  (2024-03-12 10:59:24)
A Connecticut case, Baker v. Baker, succinctly laid out the basic legal rules regarding visitation, custody, and alimony in CT. Sometimes a quick overview of the law is enough to help figure out what the law is and how it might apply to a particular issue. For help on these subjects we look to the court’s summation of the law in the following:

Alimony Broad-Stroke Considerations by Connecticut Courts  (2024-03-12 11:13:12)
Alimony Broad-Stroke Considerations by Connecticut Courts

Protective Orders and Domestic Violence: Full Hearings Offer Expedited Justice  (2024-03-12 11:25:32)
Protective Orders and Domestic Violence: Full Hearings Offer Expedited Justice

"Reliance on Counsel" Defense Had No Merit in Contempt Motion  (2024-03-12 11:35:35)
In a Connecticut Superior Court case, an ex-husband won a contempt motion against his ex-wife after her reliance on counsel defense failed in court. In 2011 a court ordered the parties to contribute money into a joint bank account for the benefit of their daughter and her living expenses. At the time of trial in 2013 the plaintiff husband had contributed almost $21,000 while the defendant wife owed the account around $27,000 in missed payments. In more than two years she had only contributed around $4,000 to the account.

Can My Spouse Take Everything in the Divorce?  (2024-03-12 11:44:55)
Can My Spouse Take Everything in the Divorce?

Protecting Your Interests in a High-Asset Divorce  (2024-03-12 11:57:29)
Whether or not you consider yourself a high earner or a high worth individual, if you have considerable assets at stake and divorce is knocking at the door, we are here to help. At Maya Murphy, we deal with divorces every day, whether they include athletes, businesses, famous individuals, those with large amounts of wealth or just the average person. Our divorce practice has been established for over a decade and is built on experience gained in both New York and Connecticut tribunals.

Can I Obtain Alimony or Child Support While My Divorce Is Pending in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 12:19:32)
Can I Obtain Alimony or Child Support While My Divorce Is Pending in Connecticut?

My Wife Moved out and Wants a Divorce. Can She Leave and Take Everything?  (2024-03-12 12:28:59)
My Wife Moved out and Wants a Divorce. Can She Leave and Take Everything?

How Long Will My Supervised Visits with My Children Last in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 12:38:59)
How Long Will My Supervised Visits with My Children Last in Connecticut?

Should I File For Bankruptcy in Connecticut if I Also Have an Ongoing Divorce in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 12:53:24)
Should I File For Bankruptcy in Connecticut if I Also Have an Ongoing Divorce in Connecticut?

Can I Get Part of the House in the Divorce if It Was Purchased by My Husband and His Ex-Wife in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 12:58:08)
Can I Get Part of the House in the Divorce if It Was Purchased by My Husband and His Ex-Wife in Connecticut?

If I Am Still Living in Our Marital Apartment and Am on the Lease, Am I Legally Entitled to Remain in the Residence?  (2024-03-12 13:17:18)
If I Am Still Living in Our Marital Apartment and Am on the Lease, Am I Legally Entitled to Remain in the Residence?

How is a High-End Divorce Different from a Regular Divorce?  (2024-03-12 13:34:56)
How is a High-End Divorce Different from a Regular Divorce?

One Dollar Per Year Alimony, Who Won?  (2024-03-12 13:43:23)
Nowadays one dollar per year alimony has become common in Connecticut, but why? Many people see this nominal award and are left with many questions such as: Is this a joke? Did the paying spouse just win? How could a dollar a year be alimony? Well here is the not so simple answer, an award of one dollar per year is a good thing…maybe.

Is Everything That Happens in Front of a Judge on the Record in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 13:52:45)
Is Everything That Happens in Front of a Judge on the Record in Connecticut?

What Is the Difference Between a Divorce and an Annulment in Connecticut?  (2024-03-12 14:00:38)
What Is the Difference Between a Divorce and an Annulment in Connecticut?

What Should I Do if My Ex Is Not Paying Alimony on Time, or At All? Is this Considered Contempt of Court in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 10:03:09)
What Should I Do if My Ex Is Not Paying Alimony on Time, or At All? Is this Considered Contempt of Court in Connecticut?

Why Men Are Seeking Alimony More Than Ever  (2024-03-13 10:17:39)
As we have discussed, more and more men are receiving alimony. The reasons are mostly economical, but there is certain stigmas that come along with a man being paid alimony from his ex-wife…at least in his eyes. The following article by Cathy Meyer highlights some of these very issues.

Is Fault for the Breakdown of a Marriage Relevant in a 'No Fault' Divorce in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 10:28:46)
Is Fault for the Breakdown of a Marriage Relevant in a 'No Fault' Divorce in Connecticut?

Can I Get a “Quickie” Divorce in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 10:45:36)
Can I Get a “Quickie” Divorce in Connecticut?

Am I Still Required to Pay Alimony if My Ex-Wife Has Remarried or Cohabitated with Someone?  (2024-03-13 10:59:13)
Am I Still Required to Pay Alimony if My Ex-Wife Has Remarried or Cohabitated with Someone?

What Is a Parenting Plan in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 11:08:48)
What Is a Parenting Plan in Connecticut?

My Child Has Been Moved Out-of-State and May Be Suffering from Abuse, What Should I Do?  (2024-03-13 11:25:33)
My Child Has Been Moved Out-of-State and May Be Suffering from Abuse, What Should I Do?

How Do I Get Child Support from Someone Who Is a Subcontractor?  (2024-03-13 11:40:40)
How Do I Get Child Support from Someone Who Is a Subcontractor?

Does Connecticut Have 'Fault' or 'No Fault' Divorce?  (2024-03-13 11:47:26)
Does Connecticut Have 'Fault' or 'No Fault' Divorce?

Attorney Charging Lien in Dissolution of Marriage Settlement Does Not Violate the Rules of Professional Conduct  (2024-03-13 11:49:30)
In a case, the Appellate Court of Connecticut reversed the trial court’s ruling and held that an attorney’s lien on a divorce settlement does not violate Rule 1.5 of the Rules of Professional Conduct. Rule 1.5(d) of the Rules of Professional Conduct states: “a lawyer shall not enter into an arrangement for, charge, or collect: (1) Any fee in a domestic relations matter, the payment or amount of which is contingent upon the securing of a dissolution of marriage or civil union or upon the amount of alimony or support, or property settlement in lieu thereof….” The trial court believed that the lien would fall under the contingency provision and therefore violate this rule.

How Do I Get My Spouse Out of the Family Home While We Are Going Through a Divorce in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 12:00:26)
How Do I Get My Spouse Out of the Family Home While We Are Going Through a Divorce in Connecticut?

How Is Marital Property Distributed in a Divorce Proceeding in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 12:27:17)
How Is Marital Property Distributed in a Divorce Proceeding in Connecticut?

How is Property Divided Upon Divorce in Connecticut?  (2024-03-13 12:34:52)
How is Property Divided Upon Divorce in Connecticut?

Divorce & Remarriage: How These Events Impact Your Social Security Benefits  (2024-03-13 12:43:14)
If you’re considering or in the process of divorce, and you’re just shy of your 10th wedding anniversary, you might want to wait a bit and use the time to brush up on all things Social Security before you make the break official.

When Divorce Mediation May Not be the Best Choice  (2024-03-13 12:54:18)
The process of mediating a divorce can be a great alternative to traditional divorce litigation. For many, a private process that allows them to work through complex financial and child custody issues can be appealing. For others, the financial benefit of mediation which eliminates costly motion practice and costly attorney’s fees are enough to convince them to give mediation a try. Unfortunately, all the benefits aside, mediation is simply not a one size fits all solution to every divorce action.

Connecticut Courts Allow Limited Scope Representation for Family Law Matters  (2024-03-13 13:12:06)
Connecticut’s court system is beginning a pilot program that will allow people involved in family law cases to hire attorneys on a limited basis. The program begins Jan. 6 and is designed to help people who can’t afford a lawyer to hire one for certain proceedings in their cases. This program is intended to combat the number of pro se litigants in family matters in Connecticut.

How to be Validly Married in Connecticut  (2024-03-13 13:21:20)
What are the requirements for a valid marriage ceremony in Connecticut?

The Engagement Fell Apart . . . Who Keeps the Ring?  (2024-03-13 13:32:39)
The Engagement Fell Apart . . . Who Keeps the Ring?

600 Motion 10 Year Divorce Case Still Going Strong  (2024-03-13 13:41:24)
It’s a divorce and child visitation case that already has produced nearly 600 motions and rulings and evidence of insider trading that brought down a multibillion-dollar hedge fund. And as it passes the 10-year mark, the case of former Connecticut investment adviser David Zilkha and his ex-wife, Karen Kaiser, shows no signs of nearing a final resolution. They remain embroiled in disputes over child visitation and fees for hired experts, with more court hearings set for the next two months.

Equitable Distribution of Assets in Connecticut Divorce  (2024-03-13 13:43:32)
When it comes to divorce, dividing assets can be difficult. Who is entitled to what property? Who has to pay debts accumulated during the marriage? These are common questions that couples ask when faced with divorce. It is important to note that couples can answer these questions by themselves. Couples are entitled to dividing property and debts out of court, if this is possible. However, if the case goes to court, a judge will divide these assets and debts for you.

Family Law Update: Postnuptial Agreements Valid and Enforceable in Connecticut  (2024-03-14 10:20:28)
Upon beginning an action for a divorce, many people will disclose to their lawyers that the parties had already contemplated the end of their marriage, sometimes many years before.  More often than one would guess, the parties had even mapped out this projected end to their relationship with an agreement written during the marriage itself – maybe hammered out on the family computer, or perhaps scribbled on a restaurant napkin – which was intended by the parties to govern the terms of any divorce that would loom in the future.

Court Permits Mother to Modify Alimony and Child Support Despite Clear Language Precluding Her from Doing So  (2024-03-14 10:27:40)
In a post judgment divorce action, the Court allowed the ex-wife to modify alimony and child support, despite language in the parties’ separation agreement precluding them from doing so.  The parties, who were divorced in 2008, were the parents of one minor child.  According to the terms of their separation agreement, the husband was obligated to pay to the wife unallocated alimony and child support in the amount of $225 per week for a period of five years.  The parties agreed that at the end of the five year term, they would calculate child support in accordance with the Connecticut Child Support Guidelines.  The agreement contained language specifically designating the term and amount of the unallocated order as non-modifiable.

Not So Fast: Connecticut Courts Consider Length of Marriage – Not Courtship or Cohabitation – When Determining Awards in Divorce  (2024-03-14 10:48:04)
At the outset of a divorce proceeding, many clients will ask what they might expect from a court – or in a settlement agreement – in connection with alimony or the division of marital assets.  One of many statutory factors a court may consider in fashioning support orders or property distribution is the length of the parties’ marriage.  See C.G.S. § 46b-81, 82.

In DCF Case, Grandmother was Permitted to Relocate to North Carolina with the Minor Child  (2024-03-14 10:58:51)
In a case involving the Department of Children and Families, a maternal grandmother was permitted to relocate with her granddaughter from Connecticut to North Carolina after successfully intervening in the matter.  By way of background, the plaintiff and defendant were the parents of a thirteen year old child.  Unfortunately, their relationship was filled with conflict which resulted in DCF involvement.

3 Judges Independently Rule Connecticut Court Has Jurisdiction Over Divorce, Not Kenya  (2024-03-14 11:05:53)
In a decision by the Appellate Court of Connecticut, Juma v. Aomo, Judge Sheldon ruled that the trial court had subject matter jurisdiction over the action for dissolution of marriage. The defendant in the case argued that the court lacked subject matter jurisdiction by way of three separate motions to dismiss. Each motion containing the same argument, that he had already commenced an action for dissolution of marriage in Kenya, and that the parties’ marriage could only be dissolved by the Kenyan courts.

Divorce Co-Mediation: Less Fighting, Better Results, and Lower Fees  (2024-03-14 11:23:46)
You have taken the difficult step of recognizing that a marriage will no longer work – or perhaps you have been served with divorce papers by your spouse.  A world of uncertainty awaits, with questions like: “What will I do now?” “Do I need a lawyer?” “Can we both afford lawyers?” “How ugly will this get?” “What will happen with the children?” “What if I want to retire?” “How long will this take?” “What will I have to pay?” or “What will I receive?” “Will I have to testify in court?” Or perhaps… “Is there another way?” There IS another way.  As an alternative to the traditional divorce model – with dueling attorneys, depositions, motions, court appearances, and skyrocketing costs – many individuals are now turning to private mediation as a means to obtain a divorce judgment.  Mediation is an informal process in which a neutral third party – sometimes a lawyer, sometimes a therapist or counselor – acts as a sounding board and helps the parties identify and resolve their disputes.

Courts Rule that “Personal Rehabilitation” Must Be Achieved Within a Reasonably Foreseeable Period of Time  (2024-03-14 11:29:45)
In a released decision, the Connecticut Appellate Court upheld the termination of a mother’s parental rights in large part because she failed to achieve a degree of personal rehabilitation as would encourage a belief that, within a reasonable time, she could assume a responsible position in her child’s life.  The trial court record demonstrated that the mother had a very long history of alcohol abuse, which originally led to DCF’s involvement in the case.

Courts May Substantiate Physical Neglect in the Absence of an Adverse Impact on the Child  (2024-03-14 11:40:58)
Cases involving the Department of Children and Families typically involve relatively serious allegations of physical and/or emotional neglect.  However, as the following case illustrates, even conduct that does not result in physical or emotional harm to a child can lead to very serious consequences.

In Determining Whether an Ongoing Parent-Child Relationship Exists, Court Looks Primarily to the Child’s Feelings  (2024-03-14 11:48:24)
Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 17a-112(j)(3)(D), a court may grant a petition to terminate parental rights if it finds by clear and convincing evidence there is no ongoing parent-child relationship.  This concept is similar to “abandonment” except to the extent § 17a-112(j)(3)(D) specifies that in order to prove there is no ongoing parent-child relationship, one must establish that “the relationship that ordinarily develops as a result of a parent having met on a day-to-day basis the physical, emotional, moral and educational needs of the child and to allow further time for the establishment or reestablishment of such parent-child relationship would be detrimental to the best interest of the child.”

Parties’ High Conflict Divorce Results in Emotional Neglect  (2024-03-14 11:56:23)
In a case involving the Department of Children and Families, the Court removed a child from her home because of the emotional strain the parties’ high conflict post judgment divorce proceedings placed on her.  The parties were divorced in 2009 and had joint custody of their daughter, with the mother having primary physical custody.  According to the Court, after their divorce, the parents fought incessantly and used the child as a means of obtaining or denying access to the other.  The child, who was fifteen years old during the proceedings, did not want to live with either parent due to their constant fighting.

Court Sustains Order of Temporary Custody After Finding Mother Used Spatula to Discipline Her Child  (2024-03-14 12:12:23)
In a case involving the Department of Children and Families, the Court sustained an Order of Temporary Custody based on allegations that the child’s mother inflicted physical injury upon her child by disciplining him with a rubber spatula.

Father Still Required to Reimburse Mother 1/2 College Expenses Despite Tuition Credit for Working at University  (2024-03-14 12:28:10)
In a post judgment divorce action, the Connecticut Appellate Court ruled that a father was not entitled to reduce his contribution toward college tuition even though the mother received a significant credit due to her employment with the child’s university.  The parties were the parents of two children, and were divorced in 2001 by way of a stipulated judgment of dissolution.  Their separation agreement provided that they would set aside a joint college fund for the benefit of both children, and that they would pay at least one-half of the children’s college expenses as would be required at a state college or university.

In Dissolution of Marriage Action, Court Orders Both an Allocated and Unallocated Alimony Award  (2024-03-14 12:39:42)
In a dissolution of marriage action, the Court ordered a husband to pay to his wife unallocated alimony and child support for a period of two and one-half years, followed by allocated alimony and child support for a period of six years.  The parties originally met in 1998 and were married for 13 years.  They were the parents of two children, both of whom were minors at the time of trial.

Custody and Relocation: Requesting Permission to Move with Minor Children  (2024-03-14 12:53:24)
In the years following divorce, many custodial parents are faced with the challenge – and the associated legal hurdles – of determining whether they are permitted to relocate out of state or across the country with any minor children of the marriage.  The non-custodial parent may object to the decision and the move, and if the parties cannot agree, ultimately a judge will be empowered to determine whether the relocation will be allowed.  The law governing this decision is set forth in our state statutes and governing case law.

Father Seeks Reimbursement For Costs In Raising Defendant’s Child  (2024-03-14 12:59:06)
In 2013, the Supreme Court of Connecticut considered the question of whether a putative father, who was deceived by the child’s mother and biological father as to the child’s paternity, may recover from the biological father money spent raising the child under the mistaken belief that he was the father.

Court Modifies Alimony Based on Cohabitation  (2024-03-14 13:13:20)
In a post judgment divorce action, the Court found that the ex-wife was cohabitating with another person, and, therefore, modified the ex-husband’s alimony obligation.  Pursuant to the parties’ separation agreement, the husband was obligated to pay to the wife alimony in the amount of $1,300 per month for a period of eight years.  The parties agreed that the amount of said alimony could later be modified, however, the duration could not unless the plaintiff remarried.

In Post-Judgment Matrimonial Action, Court Denies Motion to Modify Life Insurance Policy  (2024-03-14 13:23:54)
In a post-judgment dissolution of marriage action pending in the Judicial District of Stamford, the Court denied an ex-husband’s motion to modify his life insurance policy, even though it modified, and drastically reduced, his alimony obligation.  By way of background, the parties’ marriage was dissolved on November 5, 1999 after they entered into a separation agreement.  Pursuant to that agreement, the Husband was obligated to maintain a life insurance policy with a face amount of $250,000 naming his ex-wife as an irrevocable beneficiary thereof.  At that point, the ex-husband’s net monthly income was $9,829.51.

Court Rules that Father’s Child Support Obligation Did Not Automatically End Upon Child’s Eighteenth Birthday  (2024-03-14 13:48:55)
A decision rendered in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Hartford illustrates the consequences of failing to file a motion to modify child support in a timely manner.  In this particular case, the parties obtained a divorce in 1994.  At that time, they agreed that the husband would pay child support for their minor child.  Several years later, the parties stipulated to an increase in the husband’s obligation.  However, none of the agreements contained language specifying when the husband’s child support obligation would end.

Despite Earning Little Income During Marriage, Husband’s Earning Capacity Controlled Alimony and Child Support Awards  (2024-03-14 13:58:26)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport considered a plaintiff wife’s request to dissolve her marriage of twelve (12) years, and how to calculate child custody and alimony payments.

Royalties from Book Sales Significant Income, Reconsideration of Property Division in Light of Double Dipping  (2024-03-14 14:00:18)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Appellate Court of Connecticut found that royalties from book sales constitute a significant source of income, and cannot be subject to both property division and alimony determinations.

Psychological Well-Being and Happiness of Custodial Parent Important in Determining Best Interests of a Minor Child  (2024-03-15 09:22:51)
In a divorce action, a mother sought leave of court to relocate with her minor child from Connecticut to California against the wishes of the child’s father. This case serves as an ample example that in determining the best interests of a child, the well-being of the parent is of notable consideration.

Assessing the Best Interests of the Children When Considering a Request for Relocation  (2024-03-15 09:31:27)
Assessing the Best Interests of the Children When Considering a Request for Relocation

State Court Declined to Adjudicate Child Custody Matter Until It Consulted With Massachusetts Court That Claimed Jurisdiction  (2024-03-15 09:46:20)
What happens in the event where one parent files a child custody motion in one state, and the other parent files in another state? Which state should have jurisdiction to hear and decide upon the matter? In the past, such a scenario proved problematic, as frequently the two states would each adjudicate the matter and yield conflicting results. Therefore, in 1981, the U.S. Congress passed the Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act (PKPA), which required that each state apply full faith and credit to interstate custody decisions, and where more than one state vied for jurisdiction, priority would be with the home state.

Husband’s Payment of SSDA Benefits in Lieu of Child Support Obligation Did Not Constitute Contempt  (2024-03-15 09:55:30)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport considered a defendant’s claim that the plaintiff was in contempt of court orders for failure to support his children as outlined in their separation agreement.

Lower Mortgage Rates, Without More, Do Not Constitute Substantial Change in Circumstances  (2024-03-15 10:03:35)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford considered a defendant’s argument that the plaintiff had a substantial change in circumstances due to her new residence in a lower cost of living area.

In Divorce Action, Husband’s Appeal Dismissed Due to Repeated Instances of Contempt  (2024-03-15 10:27:49)
As indicated in a Connecticut Appellate Court decision, a party that has engaged in repeated instances of contemptuous conduct may be precluded from pursuing an appeal.  In this particular case, the parties obtained a divorce in the Judicial District of Stamford / Norwalk.  At that time, the husband was ordered to pay the wife alimony in the amount of $22,000.00 per month and child support in the amount of $686.00 per week.

Appellate Court Upholds Initial Custody Determination by State Trial Court for Child Born Out-of-State  (2024-03-15 10:29:37)
The Appellate Court of Connecticut rejected respondent parents’ claims that the state trial court lacked subject matter jurisdiction to adjudicate their minor child as neglected and commit the child to the custody of the petitioner, the commissioner of the Department of Children and Families (hereinafter commissioner).

Father Not Denied Right to Counsel in Pro-Se Termination Proceedings  (2024-03-15 10:39:47)
In an appellate decision, the court found that the petitioner was not deprived of his right to counsel during termination proceedings because he intelligently and voluntarily waived this right. The respondent father and his child’s mother had a tumultuous relationship that included a history of domestic violence. While pregnant, the mother had practically no prenatal care and abused drugs and alcohol.

Court Denies Husband’s Motion to Modify Alimony Despite His Loss of Employment  (2024-03-15 10:58:47)
In a post judgment divorce action, the Court denied a husband’s motion to modify alimony despite his loss of employment.  The parties were divorced in 2008, and pursuant to the final judgment of dissolution, the husband was ordered to pay his wife alimony in the amount of $6,000.00 per month.  The husband worked in the financial industry throughout the course of the marriage and at the time of the divorce was earning roughly $300,000.00 per year.

Trial Court Did Not Err in Terminating Incarcerated Father’s Parental Rights  (2024-03-15 11:13:30)
In April 2006, the petitioner, the commissioner of the Department of Children and Families (Department), filed a neglect petition for the defendant father’s newborn daughter. At the time, the minor child’s mother was a transient with unresolved substance abuse problems, while the father was incarcerated on federal drug charges and would not be released until at least April 2010. The child was adjudicated neglected that June and placed with a foster home. The court ordered steps for the father to complete, which included keeping Department personnel up-to-date on his location, parental counseling, and substance abuse treatment.

Superior Court Approves Mother’s Relocation with Minor Child to New Hampshire  (2024-03-15 11:15:33)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford considered whether it was in the best interests of a minor child to permit his relocation outside of Connecticut.

Undistributed Income of a Spendthrift Trust is Excluded from Alimony Determinations  (2024-03-15 11:25:31)
In a case before the Appellate Court of Connecticut, an ex-wife appealed a trial court ruling that reduced her ex-husband’s alimony obligations on the basis of her status as the beneficiary of a supplementary spendthrift trust.  The appellate court reversed the trial court ruling and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Appellate Court Holds that Order Awarding Wife Rental Income from Former Marital Residence Constituted Impermissible Post Judgment Property Assignment  (2024-03-15 11:49:29)
In a decision released on September 11, 2012, the Connecticut Appellate Court held that a post judgment trial court order permitting an ex-wife to rent the parties’ former marital residence, and use the proceeds to pay the mortgage, constituted an unauthorized post judgment property assignment.  Pursuant to the original dissolution judgment, the wife was awarded exclusive use and possession of the former marital residence.  The judgment also provided that the home would remain on the market for sale, with each party responsible for one-half of the monthly mortgage payments until it was sold.

Consideration of Statutory Factors Not Required for Relocation Orders Made at Time Marriage is Dissolved  (2024-03-15 11:56:11)
Previously, the Appellate Court of Connecticut considered, in part, whether the trial court improperly failed to apply relocation statutory provisions in an initial dissolution action. The judgment was affirmed in its entirety.

Because Swede Met State Residency Requirements, Trial Court Had Jurisdiction to Adjudicate Her Divorce Action  (2024-03-15 12:01:56)
The Appellate Court of Connecticut rejected an appellant husband’s claims that Connecticut courts lacked subject matter jurisdiction over the divorce action brought by the appellee wife.

Connecticut Supreme Court Defines "Dissipation of Marital Assets" in the Context of Divorce Proceedings  (2024-03-15 12:24:20)
Clients often express concern over the manner in which their soon to be ex-spouse expended marital funds during the course of their marriage, and ultimately inquire as to whether the court will consider the dissipation of assets when dividing the marital estate.  The Connecticut Supreme Court addressed this very issue in Gershman v. Gershman, 286 Conn. 341 (2007).

Divorced Men Challenge Constitutionality of Connecticut Alimony Laws  (2024-03-15 12:42:42)
Four divorced men sued Connecticut, claiming its alimony laws are unconstitutional, that alimony “burdens the right to end a marriage and to remarry.”

Court Permits Mother to Relocate from Connecticut to New York City with the Parties’ Minor Child  (2024-03-15 12:49:29)
In a decision rendered in the Superior Court of Hartford, a mother was permitted to relocate with the parties’ minor child from New Haven, Connecticut to New York City.  This particular case involved an unmarried couple that had been living apart for several years.  The father was employed by the State of Connecticut in the IT field, and the mother was a part-time research associate at Yale.  The mother had earned several advanced degrees, including two master’s degrees and a Ph.D.  In early 2010, the mother applied for a full time position in New York City.

Court Modifies Alimony Award to $40,000 Per Month  (2024-03-15 12:59:06)
In certain cases a court is permitted to modify orders regarding alimony and child support after a divorce has been finalized.  Although there are a variety of circumstances under which a modification may be warranted, cases often involve situations where one party’s income has significantly increased or decreased.

Parenting Education Programs Pass Constitutional Muster  (2024-03-15 13:00:24)
The Connecticut legislature was concerned with the impact of divorce on minor children, and as such passed a statute allowing the Judicial Department to establish parenting education programs in actions seeking dissolution of marriage. General Statutes § 46b-69b, which came into effect in January 1994, provided the court’s tools to implement courses designed “to educate parents… on the impact on children of the restructuring of families.” Parents had to take part in such a program only once within sixty days of the filing for dissolution of marriage, but participation could be waived by the court.

Ever Wonder about Parental Termination, Abandonment, and the Best Interests of the Child?  (2024-03-18 11:01:04)
Ever Wonder about Parental Termination, Abandonment, and the Best Interests of the Child?

Court Enters Fifteen Year Unallocated Alimony and Support Award in Dissolution of Marriage Action  (2024-03-18 11:02:12)
In a dissolution of marriage action pending in the Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport, the Court awarded the wife unallocated alimony and support in the amount of $6,000 per month for a period of ten years, followed by $3,000 per month for a period of five years.  Married in 1993, the parties were the parents of four minor children.

Accepting Recommendation of Guardian Ad Litem Not Abuse of Discretion  (2024-03-18 11:03:25)
In a divorce action case, the Appellate Court of Connecticut considered whether a trial court abused its discretion in not following the wishes of the minor children in determining what was in their best interests, and for following the recommendation of the appointed guardian ad litem.

Pursuing Self-Help Rather Than Court Modification? Expect a Contempt Motion Not In Your Favor  (2024-03-18 11:04:29)
In a post-dissolution action involving a contempt motion, the Appellate Court of Connecticut affirmed in part and reversed in part a trial court’s findings that the defendant was in contempt of a court order. The plaintiff wife and defendant husband were married in 1985 and had four children through the course of their eighteen-year marriage. In September 2003, the parties submitted a separation agreement to the court, which the court incorporated into its judgment for dissolution.

Due to Mother’s Pattern of "Contemptuous Conduct," Award of Sole Custody to Child’s Father Was Proper  (2024-03-18 11:05:48)
In a post-judgment divorce action involving contemptuous conduct, the Appellate Court of Connecticut considered a defendant’s numerous claims that the trial court erred in its child custody determination. The plaintiff father and defendant mother were married for fourteen years and had one child together. Pursuant to a comprehensive separation agreement, the parents shared joint legal custody, while the mother had primary physical custody of the minor child.

Parental Alienation: “Syndrome” or Not - A Real Consideration Regarding Custody  (2024-03-18 11:29:45)
In the past, custody disputes across the country have increasingly referred to the concept of parental alienation syndrome, which has been defined by one court as “a systematic programmed alienation of a child from one parent brought upon by the other parent.” Ellis v. Ellis, 952 So. 2d 982, 992; see also A.C.H. v. F.R.S., 247 S.W.3d 921, 926 n.4 (Mo. App. 2008) (parental alienation syndrome is where parent attempts to emotionally alienate child from absent parent).

Court Upholds Termination of Parental Rights Where Mother Failed to Show any Sense of Urgency to Rehabilitate  (2024-03-18 11:31:06)
As the following case illustrates, a court may terminate parental rights despite significant progress toward personal rehabilitation. DCF first became involved in the termination of parental rights when the mother was admitted to a rehab program for alcohol abuse.  The hospital filed a neglect report with the Department after the ambulance crew reported unsanitary conditions within the mother’s home.  DCF subsequently removed one of the children because it believed the home was physically unsafe.  Following a subsequent incident in which the mother relapsed and was admitted to a second rehab program, the Department obtained an order of temporary custody, and the child was placed in a foster home.

Third Parties Are Not Bound to Automatic Orders Pursuant to a Dissolution Action  (2024-03-18 11:46:11)
The Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford considered a case of first impression regarding whether third parties are bound to automatic orders pursuant to a dissolution action. In this case, the plaintiff’s former wife commenced a dissolution action, and automatic orders were attached to the complaint, including one which prohibits the encumbrance of property without consent of the other party or by judicial order. However, in direct violation of the orders, the plaintiff’s wife executed and delivered two mortgages on the marital home to the defendant. Four years later, the plaintiff entered into a written contract to sell the home. When the plaintiff demanded that the defendant release the mortgages, the defendant refused and this lawsuit commenced.

Parental Alienation Insufficient To Modify Child Support  (2024-03-18 11:54:59)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford denied a husband’s motion seeking modification of his child support obligation on multiple grounds. When a parent seeks to modify the amount of his child support payments, he or she must show the existence of a substantial change in circumstances that would render it unfair to hold both parties to the terms of the previous order. Whether parental alienation constitutes such a change was at issue in this case.

"Non-Modifiable," Unallocated Support Award Deemed Modifiable Upon a Change of Primary Residence  (2024-03-18 12:03:26)
The Connecticut Supreme Court held that child support orders may be modified upon a change in primary residence, even where a separation agreement contains language expressly precluding such modification.  In this particular case, the parties are the parents of two minor children.  Following their divorce, the children lived with the mother on a primary basis.

Father Ordered to Contribute Toward Child’s College Expenses  (2024-03-18 12:21:21)
In a decision, the Connecticut Appellate Court affirmed a trial court order requiring a father to pay post secondary educational expenses even though no finding had been made that the parties would have provided support for college expenses had the family remained intact.  The parties in this action obtained an uncontested divorce in 2007.  Pursuant to the terms of their separation agreement, the court retained jurisdiction “to allocate between the parties any and all college tuition and expenses incurred on behalf of the minor child…”

In Divorce Action, Wife is Entitled to Obtain Review of Husband’s Income by an Independent Certified Public Accountant  (2024-03-18 12:22:56)
In a post judgment divorce case, the Connecticut Appellate Court validated the use of ongoing discovery to obtain documentation necessary to perform an independent review of an alimony payor’s income. In this particular case, the parties obtained an uncontested divorce in 2007. Pursuant to their separation agreement, the husband was required to pay the wife alimony in accordance with designated percentages of his gross income.

Parental Alienation in Custody Disputes  (2024-03-18 12:44:01)
Every lawyer who handles divorce cases recognizes that grimace.  We often see the reaction from other lawyers and people in everyday conversation when they hear we litigate divorces and custody matters.  Most often, the grimace is followed by a verbal recognition of how “draining” or “difficult” the business can be. Invariably, that reference relates not merely to the two individuals who have decided that their marriage is no longer viable; rather, the fallout often squarely lands on the children caught in the midst of a custody battle during a divorce – or sometimes, in a residential relocation petition by one parent in the years after a divorce. Where young children are involved, divorce lawyers regrettably see a frequency of parental alienation by one party or the other, an active or passive attempt by a divorce litigant to cause the children of that union to align against his or her soon-to-be ex-spouse.

Stipulation Agreement: Father Found in Contempt for Failure to Maintain Health Insurance for His Daughter  (2024-03-18 12:53:32)
In a post-judgment divorce action earlier this year, involving a stipulation agreement, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport found a father in contempt of a court order that required him to provide health insurance coverage for his minor child, or at least pay a portion of her premium.

Navigating the World of Connecticut Adoption  (2024-03-18 12:57:17)
Deciding to adopt is one of the most joyous times in one’s life. However, navigating the legal field surrounding adoption may seem daunting. Having a basic understanding of how the process works can alleviate unnecessary stress.

In Case of First Impression, State Supreme Court Considers Enforceability of Postnuptial Agreements  (2024-03-18 13:23:25)
In a divorce action, the Supreme Court of Connecticut considered, for the first time, whether postnuptial agreements (entered into during a marriage) are valid and enforceable in this State.

How Your Debts are Divided in Divorce  (2024-03-18 13:25:01)
Filing for divorce will not solve any debt issues that you and your spouse have. This is because debt is divided between the spouses in a divorce. You and your spouse will share the responsibility for any debts that you accumulated over the course of your marriage. This includes joint loans, joint tax returns, or anything else that you and your spouse signed together.

College Expenses and Divorce  (2024-03-18 13:43:03)
Going through a divorce is often a very emotional and overwhelming experience, often complicated by motions, discovery, court appearances and negotiations.  By the end of the mandatory “cooling off” or pendente lite phase (Latin for “while the action is pending”), one may find himself or herself confused and eager to resolve the case.  When considering the terms of a potential divorce settlement involving minor children, it is very important to keep future college expenses in mind.

Joint Legal Custody and Final Decision-Making Authority  (2024-03-18 13:53:37)
Any custody proceeding relating to minor children includes the decision or determination regarding a parent’s participation in the legal custody of those minor children.  Joint legal custody, as contrasted with “physical custody,” relates not to where the children physically reside, but rather deals with which parent or parents make certain major legal decisions on behalf of a child until such time as the child reaches the age of majority.

Child Visitation: Privileges and Limitations  (2024-03-18 13:58:54)
Parties entering a custody dispute or a divorce proceeding involving child visitation often inquire about visitation privileges by the so-called “non-custodial parent” - that is, the parent whose home is not the primary residence of the minor child.

Domestic Violence and Divorce in Connecticut: How Relevant is Domestic Violence in Divorce Proceedings?  (2024-03-19 10:11:47)
In 2009, eighteen murders were committed as a result of domestic violence in Connecticut, and 21,018 total reported incidents of domestic violence.[1]  Domestic violence is a crime, and often results in divorce proceedings.  In reality, up to seventy-five percent of instances of domestic violence in a marriage occurs after the couple has separated.[2] Given the increased risk of violence after separation, it is extremely important for a victim of domestic violence to be aware and known her rights.

Statutory Grounds for Divorce in Connecticut  (2024-03-19 10:13:13)
Statutory Grounds for Divorce in Connecticut

Should You Divide Marital Assets Before a Divorce Proceeding?  (2024-03-19 10:27:26)
Should You Divide Marital Assets Before a Divorce Proceeding?

Court Finds that Husband Dissipated Marital Assets in Divorce Action  (2024-03-19 10:37:01)
A Connecticut Appellate Court decision rendered subsequent to the Connecticut Supreme Court’s ruling in Gershman v. Gershman, 286 Conn. 341 (2007), further demonstrates the circumstances under which courts may conclude that a spouse has engaged in the dissipation of martial assets.  In Shaulson v. Shaulson, 125 Conn. App. 734 (2010), the parties were divorced in 2008 following a trial on financial issues.

Faulty Misconceptions of Connecticut No-Fault Divorce  (2024-03-19 10:45:19)
Connecticut is known as a no-fault divorce state. In fact, almost all of the states in this country now have provisions for no-fault divorce. While controversy will continue to exist as to whether no-fault divorce provisions have led to the downfall of marriage in the United States, the question is … doesn’t fault always matter?

Court Explains Books are Not Included in the Definition of Necessary Educational Expenses  (2024-03-19 10:55:29)
In a decision, the Superior Court addressed the impact of C.G.S.A. § 46b-56c on the parties’ respective obligations to contribute toward the cost of books required for their child’s college education.  By way of background, the parties obtained an uncontested divorce on January 23, 2008.  Pursuant to the terms of their separation agreement, the plaintiff husband was responsible for 100% of the cost of their children’s post secondary education in accordance with the limitations and definitions set forth in C.G.S.A. §46b-56c.  The parties agreed that if either child attended an institution with costs above those charged by the University of Connecticut, then the parties would be equally responsible for the additional charges.

Divorce Litigation: Personal Information on Public Display  (2024-03-19 11:19:22)
Divorce Litigation: Personal Information on Public Display

Connecticut Legislation Concerning Third Party Visitation  (2024-03-19 11:25:59)
In what appears to be an effort to clarify, and perhaps simplify, the law regarding visitation rights of grandparents and other third parties, the Connecticut legislature has enacted Public Act No. 12-137, which became effective October 1, 2012.  Essentially codifying the standards set forth in Roth v. Weston, 259 Conn. 202 (2002), the Connecticut legislature has revised and supplemented C.G.S. § 46b-59.

In Divorce Action, Court Awards Wife 30% of Husband’s Income Over $85,000  (2024-03-19 11:33:36)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Waterbury rendered a decision awarding a wife $250.00 per week in alimony, plus thirty percent of the husband’s income over $85,000.00.  The parties were married in 2004, and were the parents of two minor children. At the time of trial the wife was forty-one years of age, was in generally good health, and possessed both a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree. During the marriage she had been employed as an administrator, and was currently earning just under $50,000.00 per year based on a thirty-two hour work week.

Court Permits Mother to Travel Internationally with Minor Children without Providing Prior Notice to Children’s Father  (2024-03-19 11:41:52)
In a decision, the Connecticut Appellate Court upheld a lower court ruling that allowed a mother to travel internationally with the parties’ minor children without providing prior notice to, or receiving permission from, the children’s father.  The parties in this post judgment divorce action were married for approximately three years and were the parents of two minor children.

In Divorce Actions, “Double Dipping” Analysis Applies to Intellectual Property  (2024-03-19 11:56:58)
In a decision, the Connecticut Appellate Court held that a trial court erred in treating intellectual property as a marital asset subject to division while also awarding the wife a percentage of the income derived therefrom.  The parties in this particular case were married in 1992 and were the parents of two children.  In the underlying divorce action, the trial court found that although the parties were struggling financially, the husband had published a book from which he was experiencing financial gain.

Husband Ordered to Pay Ex-Wife Value of Retirement Portfolio  (2024-03-19 12:12:44)
In a decision, a court ordered a husband to pay to his ex-wife the value of a mutual fund he liquidated after the parties’ divorce.  The parties obtained an uncontested divorce in 2011.  At the time of dissolution, they each had their own retirement accounts, as well as a mutual fund portfolio which consisted of a retirement fund owned solely by the wife and a non-retirement fund which the parties owned jointly.  As a whole, the portfolio was worth approximately $85,000.  Although the parties addressed their individually owned retirement accounts in their separation agreement, they did not separately address the jointly owned non-retirement component of the portfolio in question.

Court Decides Issue of First Impression Regarding Payment of College Expenses  (2024-03-19 12:23:57)
In a decision, a Connecticut Superior Court addressed an issue of first impression regarding the payment of college expenses, namely whether the Connecticut Superior Courts have the authority to enter an educational support order for a child that has reached the age of majority when entering a child support order for a minor child.  The parties in this particular case were married in Chile and had two children before obtaining a divorce (also in Chile) in 1991.  The Chilean divorce decree did not contain any provisions regarding child support or the payment of college expenses.

Court Awards Primary Residence to Father in Consolidated DCF Case  (2024-03-19 12:32:29)
In a DCF case decision involving both a juvenile case and a proceeding in the family division of the Superior Court, a father was awarded primary residence of his daughter following a substantial change in circumstances.  The Department of Children and Families initially became involved in the matter when it filed a neglect petition alleging that the child was being denied proper care and attention, or alternatively, was being permitted to live under conditions injurious to her well-being. Shortly thereafter, a finding of neglect entered.  Prior to the commencement of the DCF proceedings, however, the father filed a motion to modify custody and visitation in the Superior Court.  The matters were consolidated and a dispositional hearing was held in the juvenile court.

Court Enters 10 Year Alimony Award in Wilton Divorce  (2024-03-19 12:43:47)
In Brush v. Brush, Superior Court, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford, Docket No. FA104019594S (Dec. 15, 2011, Shay, J.), the plaintiff wife and the defendant husband were married for approximately 21 years, and were the parents of two minor children.  During the divorce, the children - ages ten and fifteen - resided in the marital home in Wilton, Connecticut pursuant to a bird nesting arrangement which the parties agreed upon as part of an alimony and parenting plan.

Relocation: A Concise Summary of Connecticut Law  (2024-03-19 13:01:05)
If you are reading this article, chances are you are interested in relocating with your child, or, would like to prevent your spouse, or ex-spouse, from relocating with your child.  The following is meant to serve as a concise explanation of the laws which govern relocation cases in the State of Connecticut.  As the analysis employed during divorce proceedings is quite different than the analysis utilized in the post-judgment context, the laws governing each scenario are addressed separately.

Earning Capacity: Alimony and the Invisible Paycheck  (2024-03-19 13:19:41)
Things change.  Incomes rise and fall, jobs come and go, marriages last…and some of them do not.  In an economy where the only constant is unpredictability, a theme of increasing frequency in divorce litigation is the difficulty in calculating appropriate alimony or child support figures when earning capacity is taken into account.  When a breadwinner has fallen on hard times – late in a marriage, during a divorce, or immediately thereafter – and is constrained to take a cut in income, should support figures be based on what he or she now earns, or should they instead be based upon what could be earned given that person’s experience, education, credentials, and marketability?

Court Issues $20,000 Monthly Alimony Award in Stamford Divorce  (2024-03-19 13:27:29)
In Cunningham v. Cunningham, Superior Court, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford, Docket No. FA094017494S (March 9, 2011, Shay, J.), the plaintiff wife and defendant husband were married for approximately twenty-two years, and had two minor children.  At the time of the divorce, one child was enrolled in college and the other was in high school. The parties both lived in Stamford, Connecticut and went to court to negotiate an alimony agreement.

Court Awards Wife Alimony in Addition to a Portion of Husband’s Business  (2024-03-19 13:32:25)
It is well recognized that in dissolution actions, a trial court may exercise broad discretion when dividing property and awarding alimony, as long as it considers all relevant statutory criteria.  For many reasons, one of which is that a trial judge has the benefit of observing witnesses first hand, an appellate court will not disturb a trial court’s decision unless there has been a clear abuse of discretion. This of course is a very heavy burden for an appellant to satisfy, but the standard makes sense, and is not insurmountable.  That being said, the appellate process presents its own challenges and to the extent an appellate court may exercise its own discretion to arrive at a desired result, it can be relatively unpredictable.

Courts Permitted to Award Time Limited Alimony for Rehabilitative Purposes  (2024-03-19 13:40:41)
In determining whether alimony should be awarded - as well as the duration and amount of the award - there are several statutory criteria that must be considered.  Although these well-settled factors provide courts and litigants with some direction, there is no precise formula, and judges are afforded significant discretion is fashioning support awards.  In a recent appellate decision, the Court pointed out that in exercising such discretion, trial judges may consider whether time limited alimony is appropriate merely for rehabilitative purposes in cases where a future event will enable an ex-spouse to become self-sufficient.

Alimony: Court Orders Father to Pay College Tuition Up to Full UCONN Cap  (2024-03-20 10:09:50)
A Connecticut Appellate Court decision emphasizes the importance of formulating clear and unambiguous language when crafting an alimony agreement regarding the payment of college expenses under Connecticut General Statutes §46b-56.  In Loso v. Loso, 132 Conn. App. 257 (2011), the parties entered into a post-judgment agreement pursuant to which the defendant is obligated “to pay for one-half the cost of [his daughter’s] college educational expenses for a four year degree net of scholarships or grants subject to the limitation that said cost shall not exceed the tuition for a full-time residential student at UCONN-Storrs.”

Request for Attorneys’ Fees in Divorce Hearing Denied: Court Finds that Wife “Cannot be Rewarded for Her Own Financial Indiscretions.”  (2024-03-20 10:22:52)
The Superior Court in the Judicial District of Fairfield (Owens, JTR) issued a decision following a contested post-judgment divorce hearing in which an ex-wife, of whom had financial indiscretions, sought attorneys’ fees from her ex-husband in an amount of “not less than $50,000.00.”

Court Rules that Evidence of Prior Actions May Be Used to Substantiate Neglect  (2024-03-20 10:40:40)
In an appeal involving Substantiate Neglect, the Court (Cohn, J.), explained that in the context of DCF proceedings, evidence of prior actions may be used to substantiate physical neglect.  In that particular case, the appellant and his wife had a history of engaging in domestic violence, and one of their children reported constant yelling which made her stomach hurt.

Court Transfers Guardianship of Child to Maternal Grandmother  (2024-03-20 10:41:58)
In a case involving the the transfer of guardianship, the Court granted a mother’s motion to transfer guardianship to the child’s maternal grandmother.  DCF initially became involved in the matter after receiving reports that the parents were engaging in domestic violence and substance abuse.  Although the Court originally entered an order of protective supervision, DCF later invoked a 96 hour hold and sought an Order of Temporary Custody following a subsequent altercation between the parents.  The Court sustained that OTC and the child was committed to the care of the Department.

Court Awards Wife Alimony in the Amount of $6,000 Per Month  (2024-03-20 10:46:06)
In Klages v. Klages, a case involving alimony, Superior Court, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport, Docket No. FV104034594S, the plaintiff wife and defendant husband were married in Pennsylvania on October 9, 1993.  At the time of trial, they had four children ranging in age from six to eleven.

Despite Father’s Unemployment, Court Awards Support Based on Earning Capacity  (2024-03-20 11:03:47)
A Connecticut Superior Court again applied the principle of utilizing a party’s “earning capacity” – rather than actual earnings – to the modification of a support award in post-judgment matrimonial action. In this case the court awards support due to earning capacity. Earning capacity is not an amount that a person can “theoretically earn,” nor is it confined to actual income, but rather it is an amount which an individual “can realistically be expected to earn, considering his skills, age and health.” Weinstein v. Weinstein, 104 Conn.App. 482, 489, 934 A.2d 306 (2007), Elia v. Elia, 99 Conn. App. 829, 833, 916 A.2d 845 (2007).

Courts Afford DCF Great Deference on Appeal  (2024-03-20 11:14:23)
A decision rendered in a case involving the Department of Children and Families (DCF) demonstrates the extent to which courts defer to the agency’s conclusions when reviewing a matter on appeal. In this particular case, the plaintiffs were the maternal aunt and uncle of two children, ages fourteen and sixteen.  After receiving reports that the children were being physically and emotionally neglected, the Department conducted an investigation, ultimately substantiating the allegations as to both children.  When the plaintiffs learned they were going to be placed on the Central Registry, they requested an administrative hearing.

Court May Intervene to Protect Children from Warring Parents  (2024-03-20 11:29:05)
A decision illustrates the extent to which a court will consider the relationship between a child’s parents when making determinations related to custody and visitation. This decision will involving court intervention will impact custody and visitation. In this particular case, the parties were married for approximately three years and were the parents of one minor child.  Although they were able to obtain a divorce on an uncontested basis, the parties’ relationship eventually deteriorated, resulting in a ten year period of post judgment litigation related to custody and visitation issues.

Allegations of Abuse Result in Immediate Termination of Father’s Visitation  (2024-03-20 11:39:30)
In a case involving the the termination of visitation, allegations that a father physically abused his child resulted in the immediate termination of his right to visitation.  The mother initially reported the alleged abuse in October, 2010.  DCF conducted an immediate investigation, including a forensic examination of the child, which confirmed the report.  Despite the father’s claims that the child was coached during her interview, the Court nevertheless terminated his access with the child per DCF’s recommendation.  The Department later substantiated the allegations of abuse.

DCF May Rely on the Concept of “Predictive Neglect” to Obtain an Order of Temporary Custody  (2024-03-20 11:46:50)
Clients often assume that in order for DCF to become involved in their life, a situation must arise warranting the Department’s intervention.  Though this is often the case, DCF may also rely on the concept of “predictive neglect,” allowing it to intervene to prevent future harm.

Court Rules that Father’s Periodic Contact with Children was Insufficient to Refute Claim of Abandonment  (2024-03-20 12:04:51)
In a DCP proceeding involving a claim of abandonment, a Court (Wollenberg, J.) found that a father legally abandoned his children despite the fact that he continued to have periodic contact with them.  DCF initially became involved in the case after filing a Motion for Order of Temporary Custody and a Petition of Neglect.  The Court subsequently sustained the OTC, and the children were committed to the care and custody of the Department.  The mother consented to termination of her parental rights; however, the father objected.  With respect to the father, DCF alleged that he both abandoned the children and failed to rehabilitate.

In DCF Proceeding, Court Considers Mother’s Mental Health Issues  (2024-03-20 12:15:59)
In a decision involving a DCF proceeding, a Connecticut trial court relied primarily on a mother’s mental health issues in terminating her parental rights.  DCF initially became involved in the matter upon reports that the mother was using marijuana while caring for the child, and was providing inadequate supervision.  After violating the terms of a Safety Plan, the child was removed from the home pursuant to an Order of Temporary Custody.

Trial Court Transforms Time Limited Alimony Award into Lifetime Alimony  (2024-03-20 12:25:02)
A decision rendered in a post judgment divorce action highlights the importance of using clear and unambiguous language when drafting alimony and support provisions meant to preclude modifiability.  In that particular case, the husband was obligated to pay to the wife periodic alimony in the amount of $1,500 per week until the death of either party, the wife’s remarriage or cohabitation, or her sixtieth birthday, whichever first occurred.  Significantly, the wife was also awarded a one-half interest in the marital portion of the husband’s profit-sharing plan which had a value of approximately $1,000,000, although the parties later agreed to reduce her share by just over $500,000.

Non-Monetary Contributions and the Equitable Distribution of Property  (2024-03-20 12:34:35)
In matters of marital dissolution, the manner in which property will be divided may appear rather complicated, but the courts have ample statutory guidance from General Statutes § 46b-81. One factor that a court must consider is the “contribution of each of the parties in the acquisition, preservation or appreciation in the value of their respective estates.” What, exactly, constitutes a contribution? Must the contributions only be monetary, such as income, or can they be non-monetary as well?

In Contempt Proceeding, Court Awards Mother Counsel Fees and Statutory Interest  (2024-03-20 12:43:24)
In a post judgment dissolution of marriage action, the Court awarded an ex-wife both counsel fees and statutory interest after finding that the ex-husband had willfully violated an Order related to payment of daycare expenses.  The parties were divorced in 2005 after a seventeen year marriage.  The parents of three minor children, they were both college educated and employed throughout the marriage.  The wife was a registered nurse and the ex-husband was a college professor.

Custody and Visitation Rights of Third Parties – A Brief Summary  (2024-03-20 13:02:56)
Prospective clients often call with inquiries regarding the custody and visitation rights of third parties.  In Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 (2008), the Connecticut Supreme Court articulated those rights in a comprehensive decision in which it determined whether a third party seeking custody of a minor child over the objection of a fit parent must satisfy the same requirements imposed upon third parties seeking visitation of a child.

Modification of Custody Orders: “Best Interests of the Child” Standard  (2024-03-20 13:14:07)
Following a divorce (whether after a contested trial or by a negotiated settlement agreement), the parties should expect that circumstances concerning child custody may and likely will change over time – especially if the minor child was young at the time of judgment.  In asking a Court for the modification of a custody order, a parent should be aware of the applicable law and prepared to present facts to demonstrate a legal basis for changing a parenting plan.

Motion to Modify Alimony Granted Upon 25% Reduction in Income  (2024-03-20 13:23:46)
In a post judgment divorce action, the Court granted an ex-husband’s motion to modify alimony after he successfully demonstrated a 26% reduction in income.  The parents of four children, the parties were married for approximately 23 years before divorcing in 2004.  Pursuant to the Court’s judgment of dissolution, the husband was obligated to pay alimony in the amount of $114,400 per year for a period of four years, followed by $1,200 per week for a period of ten years.

State Supreme Affirms Contractual Waiver of First Amendment Rights was Intelligent and Voluntary  (2024-03-20 13:35:52)
In a post-judgment divorce action involving first amendment rights, the Supreme Court of Connecticut upheld a lower court’s ruling that the waiver of free speech rights by a party pursuant to a confidentiality agreement was made intelligently and voluntarily, and the party could be sanctioned by the court for breach of the agreement.

Despite No-Fault Grounds for Dissolution of Marriage, Courts May Consider it When Issuing Monetary Awards  (2024-03-20 13:39:23)
In a post-judgment divorce action involving dissolution of marriage, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford found that in no-fault divorce cases, courts may consider the causes of marriage dissolution in awarding alimony and assigning property.

Father in Contempt of Separation Agreement Provisions Concerning Care of Children  (2024-03-21 10:17:30)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport found the defendant in contempt of multiple separation agreement provisions regarding the care of his children and the rights and responsibilities each parent shared.

Best Interests of Children Outweighs Legitimate Purpose for Child Relocation  (2024-03-21 10:19:12)
In a post-judgment divorce action involving child relocation, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield ruled that although a mother had legitimate purposes for relocating to Boston with her minor children, it would not be in the best interests of the children for her to do so and, as such, denied her motion to relocate. The parties were the parents of two minor children, and divorced in 2007 after six and a half years of marriage. As part of their divorce decree granting joint legal and shared physical custody, the parties included a parenting agreement specifically outlining the care, custody, control and parenting of the children.

Prenuptial Agreements Invalidated Where Spouse Drafted Prenup in Foreign Language  (2024-03-21 10:43:42)
In a post-judgment divorce action involving prenuptial agreements, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport found that two prenuptial agreements offered during a dissolution proceeding were unenforceable. One document did not conform to a knowledge requirement regarding monetary amounts, while the second was written in a language the plaintiff could not understand, and neither was the plaintiff represented by counsel.

Court Grants Motion for Contempt Despite Ex-Husband’s Successful Motion to Modify Alimony  (2024-03-21 10:44:54)
In a post judgment divorce action, an ex-husband was found in contempt of court for willfully failing to satisfy his alimony obligation, despite the fact that he filed, and ultimately prevailed on, a motion to modify that obligation.  The parties were divorced in 2003 following an uncontested hearing.  Per the parties’ divorce agreement, the ex-husband was obligated to pay alimony in the amount of $800 per week until his ex-wife reached the age of sixty-five.

Meaning of “Disability” for Child Custody Purposes is Not Unconstitutionally Vague  (2024-03-21 10:47:01)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Appellate Court of Connecticut ruled that in making child custody determinations, the core meaning General Statutes § 46b-56 (c), which include sixteen factors to be considered in awarding child custody, is clearly established and is not unconstitutionally vague. Furthermore, a court may consider disability as a determinative factor if it is in the child’s best interest to do so.

Voluntary Application for Termination of Parental Rights Denied As Not In Child’s Best Interest  (2024-03-21 11:11:58)
In a post-judgment action involving termination of parental rights, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield, Juvenile Matters at Bridgeport found that despite the existence of a statutory ground for terminating parental rights, the petitioner failed to sustain his burden of proof that it would be in the best interests of the child to do so.

Psychological Evaluations and Modification of Custody  (2024-03-21 11:19:36)
At the outset of any family law representation, experienced attorneys inquire as to any documented psychiatric history of the participants to evaluate a custody case.  Even in the absence of historical psychiatric treatment of any kind, undiagnosed conditions – when properly explored through discovery and presented at trial – may indeed play a role in a Court’s determination of an appropriate parenting plan for a minor child of divorce.

Modification of Custody and Visitation: Legal Standard Distinctions  (2024-03-21 11:27:56)
In any post-judgment proceeding to modify orders related to custody and visitation of minor children, the Superior Court is guided by General Statutes § 46b-56 (a), which provides the court with broad authority to make or modify any proper order regarding the custody, care, education, visitation and support of minor children in dissolution actions. Tomlinson v. Tomlinson, 119 Conn. App. 194, 202, 986 A.2d 1119, cert. granted on other grounds, 295 Conn. 916, 990 A.2d 868 (2010).

Deviation From Agency Policy Upheld Where Foster Placement “Best” Met the Needs of the Children  (2024-03-21 11:37:32)
In a post-judgment action involving agency policy, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield, Juvenile Matters at Bridgeport upheld the placement of two minor children by the Department of Children and Families (the Department), despite deviation from administrative policy, as the placement “best” met the children’s needs.

Trial Courts, Per Statute, Must Articulate Basis for Deviation from Child Support Guidelines  (2024-03-21 11:52:34)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Appellate Court of Connecticut reversed a lower court’s child support order for failure to explain the basis for deviation from the child support guidelines. Because the Appellate Court was left to speculate as to the relationship of the order to the other financial orders rendered, the entire case was remanded for a new trial as to all financial orders.

Termination of Parental Rights Denied Upon Successful Rehab  (2024-03-21 12:04:57)
In a child custody action involving parental rights, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Danbury, Juvenile Matters at Danbury found that the Department of Children and Families (Department) did not meet their statutory burden to terminate the rights of a parent who successfully rehabilitated herself.

Courts Can Enforce Non-Parent Visitation Even With Strong Parental Opposition  (2024-03-21 12:14:21)
In a post-judgment action regarding non-parent visitation the Supreme Court of Connecticut ruled where a non-parent applicant for visitation meets his or her burden of proof, the best interests of the child shall be used to effectuate the relationship between applicant and child. In cases where the trial court is concerned for the child’s well-being at the hands of a parent, it wields the power to enforce visitation.

Termination of Parental Rights Upon Finding of Inability to Provide Stable Home For Children  (2024-03-21 12:25:21)
In a child custody action regarding the termination of parental rights, the Appellate Court of Connecticut concluded that a trial court did not abuse its discretion when it terminated a mother’s parental rights to her two minor children was in their best interests.

Child Was Neglected, So Return to Mother Was Not in the Child’s Best Interests  (2024-03-21 12:36:44)
In a child custody action involving a neglected child, the Appellate Court of Connecticut upheld a trial court’s determination that it was not in the best interests of a minor child to place him in the custody of his mother, who suffered from anger management issues, faced a criminal charge of risk of injury to her other minor child, and had unresolved mental health and substance abuse issues.

Joint Legal Custody Means No International Removal of Minor Children Without Written Consent  (2024-03-21 12:47:35)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield, Middlesex Regional Family Trial Docket at Middletown awarded joint legal custody of the minor children and found the father in contempt of previously issued court orders. It further prohibited the parties from removing the children from the country without the written agreement of both parents, after one threatened to do so.

Relocation of a Minor Child OK, Father Failed To Supply Adequate Record for Court To Review  (2024-03-21 13:12:59)
In a divorce action regarding the relocation of a minor, the Appellate Court of Connecticut upheld a lower court’s ruling allowing a mother’s relocation with her minor child to Virginia. Because the father failed to provide articulable facts in support of an additional claim, the court declined to review it.

Lack of Fair Disclosure Invalidates Prenuptial Agreement  (2024-03-21 13:18:53)
In a divorce action regarding fair disclosure, the Appellate Court of Connecticut reversed a trial court decision that validated a prenuptial agreement, despite the fact that one party failed in his duty to fairly and reasonably disclose his income prior to signing the agreement.

Appellate Court Upholds Transfer of Guardianship of Minor Child to Grandparents  (2024-03-21 13:30:30)
In a case regarding the transfer of guardianship, the Appellate Court of Connecticut considered a Department of Children and Families (Department) petition seeking to transfer guardianship of a minor child to his paternal grandparents (grandparents), over the objection of his father. The Department had a previous history of involvement with this child over the course of approximately three years, commencing with a referral from medical professionals noting unexplained fractures to the child’s arm.

Court May Award Custody to Third Party Over Biological Parent When in Child’s Best Interest  (2024-03-21 13:36:34)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield, Juvenile Matters at Bridgeport granted sole guardianship of two minor children to their uncle after determining it would not be in their best interests to award custody to either biological parent.

No Contempt for Inability to Pay Alimony When Significant Change in Financial Circumstances  (2024-03-21 13:37:49)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport did not find a husband in willful contempt when he could not make alimony payments and granted his request for modification due to a significant change in circumstances.

Where Meaning of Term in Separation Agreement is Ambiguous, Trial Court Decides on Definition  (2024-03-25 10:18:18)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Supreme Court of Connecticut upheld a lower court’s interpretation of “cohabitation” as used in a separation agreement. The court found that the trial court, which found the meaning of the term to be ambiguous, was not clearly erroneous in the definition it applied in determining whether the condition allowing for alimony termination had been met.

Appellate Court Reverses Financial Awards Where Trial Court Disregarded Terms of a Valid and Enforceable Antenuptial Agreement, Supreme Court Affirms  (2024-03-25 10:20:26)
In a divorce action, the Appellate Court of Connecticut reversed, in part, a trial court’s awards of alimony, child support, and lump sum property settlement without regard to the terms of a validly executed antenuptial agreement. Upon further review, the Supreme Court of Connecticut upheld the judgment of the Appellate Court.

How Long Can I Be Incarcerated for Contempt of Court in a Divorce Case for Failure to Pay Support?  (2024-03-25 10:27:38)
How Long Can I Be Incarcerated for Contempt of Court in a Divorce Case for Failure to Pay Support?

In Divorce Action, Family Business Deemed Marital Asset, Wife Entitled to One-Half Interest  (2024-03-25 10:44:50)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford declared, as a marital asset subject to division, a business the husband formed and from which he officially retired but continued working for thereafter. The plaintiff wife and defendant husband were married for thirty-eight (38) years and resided in Stamford. The husband was the primary breadwinner and controlled finances within the marriage. Among a number of businesses and properties in which the husband held interest was one he formed in the early 1990s.

Court Finds Husband in Contempt For Failing to Pay Alimony Despite His Receipt of Severance Pay  (2024-03-25 11:02:29)
In a Superior Court decision, a wife’s post-judgment motion for contempt was granted where a husband failed to comply with his alimony obligation.  The parties were divorced in 2009, and pursuant to their separation agreement, the husband was obligated to pay the wife alimony in the amount of $550.00 per week for a period of three years, followed by $450.00 per week for a period of seven years.  The husband was also obligated to contribute toward the cost of college expenses incurred on behalf of the parties’ daughter.

Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act Applies to Property Distributed by a Divorce Decree  (2024-03-25 11:16:37)
In a case before the Connecticut Supreme Court, Canty v. Otto, 41 A.3d 280 (Conn. 2012), the former wife of a convicted felon appealed a trial court ruling granting prejudgment relief to the administratrix of a homicide victim’s estate by challenging the administratrix’s right to recover against her as a creditor under the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act (“UFTA”). The Supreme Court affirmed the trial court ruling.

Provisions in a Prenuptial Agreement Can Be a Sufficient Basis to Establish Constructive Trusts on Estate Assets  (2024-03-25 11:22:07)
In re Chantarasmi, 938 N.Y.S.2d 762 (N.Y. Sur. 2012)

Visitation and Custody Interference: An Overview  (2024-03-25 13:04:48)
One of the biggest questions in a child custody case is “Who will get custody and visitation rights?” The answer to this crucial question can be complicated. Once settled, things don’t always go smoothly. This article walks you through some common questions concerning visitation and custody interference issues.

Divorce Basics: Filing and Associate Fees  (2024-03-25 13:05:53)
What are filing and other associated fees within a divorce action?

Divorce Basics: No-Fault in Connecticut  (2024-03-25 13:07:07)
Divorce Basics: No-Fault in Connecticut

Divorce Options: Litigation  (2024-03-25 13:10:13)
Divorce Options: Litigation

What Happens When I File For Divorce In Connecticut?  (2024-03-25 13:11:17)
What Happens When I File For Divorce In Connecticut?

Divorce and Parting With Your Home  (2024-03-25 13:16:50)
Perhaps one of the more difficult elements of a divorce, for parting couples, is parting with their home. Real estate and legal experts say a divorcing couple should set aside their acrimony and get on the same page. Here some options for parting couples and their homes, during a divorce:

New York Child Support Order Constitutes Impermissible Modification  (2024-03-25 13:18:03)
Where a parent relocates to another state following a divorce, parties are often faced with the challenge of determining where to file post judgment motions.  In some cases, parties must also determine whether new – or different – orders are permitted under the laws of the state to which the former spouse moved.  In a relatively recent decision, a New York court addressed whether it was permitted to enter an entirely new child support order after a Connecticut order regarding the same children had expired.

Court Permits Transfer of Guardianship to Out-Of-State Aunt  (2024-03-25 13:19:15)
In a decision involving the Department of Children and Families, a Connecticut trial court granted a maternal aunt’s motions for out-of-state placement and transfer of guardianship.  The children were originally removed from the mother’s care pursuant to an Order of Temporary Custody upon allegations that they were being denied proper care and attention, and were living under conditions injurious to their wellbeing.  After the children were committed to the care of DCF and placed in a foster residence, their maternal aunt, who lived in New York, filed a motion to intervene in the proceedings to obtain guardianship.

Grandparents Who Seek Visitation Over Parental Opposition Have a Tough Legal Hill to Climb  (2024-03-27 10:35:50)
Can grandparents get visitation rights to their grandchildren even if the child’s parents oppose such visitation? The answer is yes, but not without a tough standard to overcome. In 2002 the Connecticut Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision in Roth v. Weston. The Court held “a rebuttable presumption [is created] that visitation that is opposed by a fit parent is not in a child’s best interest.” “In sum, therefore, we conclude that there are two requirements that must be satisfied in order for a court: (1) to have jurisdiction over a petition for visitation contrary to the wishes of a fit parent; and (2) to grant such a petition.” Roth v. Weston, at 234.

Court Imputes Gross Weekly Income Upon Failure of Disclosure  (2024-03-27 10:37:07)
In the process of marriage dissolution, it is imperative that each party provide a full and frank disclosure of financial information to avoid failure of disclosure. Misrepresenting assets and income is “a serious and intolerable dereliction… which goes to the very heart of the proceeding.” Therefore, a court will remain unsympathetic when a party, whose own wrongful conduct limited his or her financial information available for court review, later complains that a court-calculated monetary award is improper.

Ambiguous Separation Agreements Lead to Extrinsic Evidence of Intent  (2024-03-27 10:38:35)
In a post-judgment divorce action regarding separation agreements, the Supreme Court of Connecticut rejected a lower court’s determination that an ambiguous term of a separation agreement was clear and unambiguous. It further found the trial court’s exclusion of extrinsic evidence that would establish party intent regarding the meaning of that term was improper.

Guardian Ad Litem Can Ditch Case  (2024-03-27 11:00:29)
The Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport considered a plaintiff’s motion to open, seeking to reopen a stipulation she signed regarding a motion to modify custody regarding guardian ad litem. Upon review, the court denied the motion.

In Light of Husband’s Earning Capacity, Court Approves $6,963 Per Monthly Child Support Award  (2024-03-27 11:13:31)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford considered a plaintiff wife’s motion to modify child support following the parties’ judgment of dissolution. The court found that both parties experienced a substantial change in circumstances warranting modification, and that it was proper to base the child support payments on the defendant husband’s earning capacity from both his employment and investments.

Post Petition Divorce Property Settlement May Not Impact Spouses’ Homestead Exemptions in Bankruptcy Court  (2024-03-27 11:23:31)
In re Gasztold, 11-21287, 2011 WL 5075440 (Bankr. D. Conn. Oct. 25, 2011)

Court Adjusts Child Support Payment After Minor Children Leave Custodial Parent to Live with Their Mother  (2024-03-27 11:40:34)
While a motion to modify custody is pending, can a court temporarily modify a child support order after the minor children changed their residence from one parent to the other for a significant period of time? In a post-judgment divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford answered this question affirmatively.

Court Awards Wife Alimony: Her Husband’s Interest in Several Businesses  (2024-03-27 11:51:42)
In an alimony decision rendered in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Stamford, the Court awarded to a wife her husband’s interest in three separate limited liability companies.  The parties were married in 1988, and are the parents of two adult children.  The wife was a real estate broker, while, according to the court, the husband was unwilling to seek, obtain or maintain gainful employment.  Rather, the husband owned and/or had an interest in several businesses, as well as several properties pursuant to his interests in various limited liability companies.

When Seeking Modification of Visitation with a Child, Parents Need Not Show a Substantial Change in Circumstances  (2024-03-27 12:07:00)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Appellate Court of Connecticut considered, in part, whether a trial court abused its discretion when it modified a visitation order. The plaintiff argued that the court did not find a substantial change in circumstances or that modification was in the child’s best interests. Furthermore, she claimed the court erred when it did not consider the defendant’s present-day ability to parent the minor child. The judgment was affirmed.

Trial Court Invalidates Prenuptial Agreement Where Husband Failed to Disclose Substantial Pension  (2024-03-27 12:19:58)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial Branch of Fairfield at Bridgeport considered a plaintiff husband’s claims that he and his wife signed a valid prenuptial agreement and, as such, any awards by the court inconsistent with the agreement’s terms would be improper.

Court Enjoins Defendant From Spending Personal Finances to Secure Future Child Support Payments  (2024-03-27 12:29:00)
In a post-judgment divorce action regarding child support, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport considered whether to grant a plaintiff wife’s motion to enjoin the defendant husband from spending recently-obtained monies. She asked the court to place a portion of the money in escrow as security on child support payments.

Child Support Award of 20% of Father’s Variable Bonus Income Held Abuse of Discretion  (2024-03-27 12:42:14)
In a post-judgment divorce action, the Supreme Court of Connecticut found that the trial court did not properly apply child support deviation criteria when it awarded an open-ended child support award of 20% on a defendant father’s variable bonus. The court deemed this as contradictory to the child support guideline principles and an abuse of discretion by the trial court.

Trial Court Declines to Award Alimony in High Asset Divorce Action  (2024-03-27 12:53:31)
In a divorce action in association with an alimony dispute, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport considered the distribution of assets and property in a high-income marital dissolution matter.

Court Grants Mother Sole Custody of Her Daughter  (2024-03-27 13:12:02)
In a custody decision, a New York appellate court affirmed a lower court’s decision to grant a mother sole custody of the parties’ child.  In this particular case, the parties were divorced in 2001, and for several years thereafter shared joint custody of their daughter.  The mother had primary physical custody subject to liberal unsupervised visitation with the father. The mother moved for sole custody, requesting that the father’s visitation be suspended, or alternatively, that it be supervised.  The father cross-moved for sole legal and physical custody, claiming that the mother was interfering with his visitation.

Court Modifies Alimony Award to $40,000 Per Month  (2024-03-27 13:32:50)
In certain cases, a court is permitted to modify orders regarding alimony and child support after a divorce has been finalized.  Although there are a variety of circumstances under which a modification may be warranted, cases often involve situations where one party’s income has significantly increased or decreased.

Child Care Costs and the Connecticut Child Support Guidelines  (2024-03-27 13:36:34)
In a decision rendered previously, the Connecticut Appellate Court explained the definition of “child care costs” as set forth in the Connecticut Child Support Guidelines.  In that particular case, the parties were married for approximately five years and were the parents of two minor children.  During the year of 2003, they entered into a custody stipulation which was subsequently incorporated into a comprehensive separation agreement.  The separation agreement provided that the husband would pay the wife $2,500 per month in unallocated alimony and child support for a period of five years, followed by straight child support.

In Post Judgment Divorce Action, Court Determines that $1.2 Million Payment to Husband was Income, Not Liquidation of an Asset  (2024-03-27 13:44:51)
In a post-judgment decision rendered, the Superior Court of Fairfield at Bridgeport addressed whether a payment that a husband received from his employer after the parties’ divorce constituted an asset or, alternatively, income.  The parties in this action obtained an uncontested divorce in 2008.  As part of their separation agreement, the husband was obligated to pay the wife child support in the amount of $1,600.00 per month.

Physician Obtains Downward Modification to Alimony Obligation  (2024-03-27 13:51:23)
In a post-judgment divorce action, a physician was successful in obtaining a downward modification to his alimony obligation due to a substantial decrease in his income.  The parties were divorced back in 2007, and pursuant to the judgment of dissolution, the husband was required to pay alimony to the wife in the amount of $6,000 per month for a period of eleven months, followed by $5,000 per month thereafter.  The amount of the alimony obligation was modifiable upon a substantial change in circumstances in accordance with Connecticut General Statutes § 46b-86.

Determining Jurisdiction in Custody Cases Under the UCCJEA  (2024-03-28 10:02:56)
When a parent relocates with minor children following the entry of custody orders, clients are often faced with the challenge of determining where to file post judgment motions.  A decision rendered in the Superior Court of Norwich explains the court’s authority, or jurisdiction, in such instances.  In that particular case, the parties were the parents of one minor child.

Court Grants Wife’s Motion to Dismiss Divorce Action Where Parties Moved to Connecticut with Intention of Returning to California  (2024-03-28 10:12:02)
Before filing for divorce in Connecticut, prospective litigants must satisfy certain statutory jurisdictional criteria.  This often becomes an issue where parties were married in Connecticut, but one spouse (or both) subsequently moved to another state.  As illustrated by a decision rendered in the Superior Court of Stamford, this type of situation could impact a court’s ability to hear the case.

Court Conditions Alimony Payments on the Sale of the Parties’ Marital Residence  (2024-03-28 10:38:00)
Following trial in a dissolution of marriage action pending in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Stamford, the Court awarded the wife alimony, but conditioned payments on the sale of the marital residence.  The parties were married in 1973 and were the parents of two children, both of whom were over the age of twenty-three at the time of trial.  The husband was most recently employed by a family run business he formed in the early 1990’s, until he quit on January 1, 2012.

Taking the First Step: How to Hire and What to Expect from a Divorce Lawyer in Connecticut  (2024-03-28 10:52:58)
Taking the First Step: How to Hire and What to Expect from a Divorce Lawyer in Connecticut

In Dissolution Matter, Trial Court Orders Amended Complaint After Third-Party Intervenes  (2024-03-28 10:56:19)
In a divorce action, the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford considered a third-party defendant’s motion for order regarding the status of pleadings in a marriage dissolution action.

Court Denies Mother’s Request to Relocate with Minor Child  (2024-03-28 11:10:31)
In a post judgment divorce action originating in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Hartford, Judge Prestley denied a mother’s request to relocate to France with the parties’ children.  The parties were married in 1981 and after twenty-six years, sought and obtained a divorce in 2008.  During their marriage, the parties had three children, born in 1988, 1992 and 1998.  The youngest child was the only minor at the time of the post judgment action.

Court Awards Wife Alimony Based on Husband’s Earning Capacity Despite His Unemployment  (2024-03-28 11:24:16)
In a divorce action pending in the Judicial District of Stamford at Norwalk, the court awarded a wife alimony and child support based on the husband’s earning capacity even though he was unemployed at the time of trial. 

Wife Found in Contempt of Court’s “Automatic Orders”  (2024-03-28 11:32:02)
In a decision rendered in a dissolution of marriage action, a wife was found in contempt for depriving her husband of information regarding the parties’ two minor children in violation of the court’s “automatic orders.”  In this particular case, the parties were married 1991, and were the parents of two children.  At the time of trial the husband was forty-three years old and in generally good health.  He had an associate’s degree and worked for a supply company earning approximately $51,000 annually.

Court Awards Wife Alimony for a Period of Ten Years with Safe Harbor for Husband Up to $250,000 Annually  (2024-03-28 11:47:01)
In a dissolution of marriage action pending in the Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport, the Court awarded the wife unallocated alimony and child support in the amount of $1,000 per week.  The parties were married in 1999 and were the parents of two children, both of whom were minors at the time of trial.  The Husband was thirty-eight years of age, had a degree in engineering, and worked for a family business owned by his father.  The wife was forty years of age.  She did not have a college degree and worked only seven hours per week.

Can a Connecticut Court Enforce or Modify My Divorce Judgment if it Was Issued in Another State?  (2024-03-28 11:53:00)
Can a Connecticut Court Enforce or Modify My Divorce Judgment if it Was Issued in Another State?

Court Modifies Unallocated Alimony and Support Down to $3,200 per Month  (2024-03-28 12:08:41)
In Rosen v. Grand, Superior Court, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk, Docket No. FSTFA044000277S (Aug. 25, 2011, Wenzel, J.), the plaintiff’s husband filed a motion to modify his unallocated alimony and support payments six years after the parties’ divorce.  The plaintiff and defendant were originally married in 1989 and had two children together. When they were divorced on January 13, 2005, the court incorporated into its final decree the terms of a separation agreement entered into between the parties.

Court Awards Wife Lump Sum and Periodic Alimony  (2024-03-28 12:16:46)
Alimony comes in many flavors. In Portas v. Lapresa, Superior Court, Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk at Stamford, Docket No. FSTFA094017271S (Jan. 28, 2011, Wenzel, J.), the parties were married for approximately twelve years.  Having married in Buenos Aires, Argentina, they moved to the United States in January of 2000 and purchased a condominium in Stamford, Connecticut soon after their arrival.

Can I Receive Alimony in Connecticut? If So, How Much Alimony Will I Receive?  (2024-03-28 12:30:05)
Can I Receive Alimony in Connecticut? If So, How Much Alimony Will I Receive?

Should I File my Family Law Case in Connecticut or New York?  (2024-03-28 12:42:26)
Should I File my Family Law Case in Connecticut or New York?

What You Need to Know About Divorce Automatic Court Orders in Connecticut  (2024-03-28 12:52:08)
In Connecticut, upon filings for dissolution of marriage, dissolution of civil union, custody, and visitation, annulment, or legal separation, automatic court orders are put into place that essentially put a freeze on taking certain actions during the pendency of the case. These orders essentially act as restraining orders and are binding on the plaintiff at the time the complaint is signed, and on the defendant when served. Both parties must comply with these orders or risk facing contempt.

Prenuptial Agreements in Connecticut  (2024-03-28 12:55:57)
Prenuptial agreements, also known as antenuptial or premarital agreements, are recognized in Connecticut, though they are not required to fit within a rigidly defined structure to be enforceable.  In fact, it is likely by design that Connecticut has opted to allow the construction of such agreements to be governed by contract law so as not to limit their applicability.  Such agreements are not just for the rich and famous, they can be powerful asset protection tools for anyone.

The Intersection of Divorce and Domestic Violence in the Era of COVID-19  (2024-03-28 13:17:43)
Now, more than ever, Connecticut Courts are seeing an increasing number of cases that involve both civil and criminal law. 

Connecticut Divorce Checklist  (2024-03-28 13:25:14)
Getting a divorce, for many people, is the most challenging life event they have experienced. Not only does divorce tend to be both financially and emotionally taxing, the legalities of getting a divorce can be overwhelming. Divorce can leave you feeling as though almost all aspects of your life are uncertain. In the face of such uncertainties, it is especially important to know what questions to ask your divorce attorney. We compiled a list of topics for you to consider when contemplating divorce.

For Remorseless Drunk Driver, Stiff Sentence Was Neither Disproportionate Nor Inappropriate  (2024-03-28 13:33:07)
In a criminal law matter, the Sentence Review Division of the Superior Court assessed whether a defendant’s sentence following a DUI-related trial was proper.

GPS Evidence Stricken: A Victory for the Fourth Amendment  (2024-03-28 13:43:49)
GPS units are not only handy devices that are, for many, becoming indispensable on the roads, but the technology is increasingly being utilized by law enforcement officials to track suspects, gather evidence, and ultimately build cases against criminal defendants.

Miss Porter’s School Discipline Lawyer | Maya Murphy, P.C.  (2024-03-29 10:34:39)
Contact Joseph Maya & the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended or expelled from Miss Porter's School.

Notre Dame High School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 10:38:46)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended expelled from Notre Dame High School

The Master’s School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 10:46:22)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended or expelled from The Master’s School

Rye Country Day School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 10:51:29)
Contact Joseph Maya & the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Rye Country Day.

Westminster School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:26:20)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended or expelled from Westminster School.

Westover School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:31:34)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended or expelled from Westover School.

St. Joseph’s High School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:35:33)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from St. Joseph's.

The Taft School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:39:32)
Contact Joseph Maya & the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from The Taft School.

King School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:44:15)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from King School.

Wooster School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:51:05)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Wooster School

St. Luke’s School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 11:59:49)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended or expelled from St. Luke's School.

Christian Heritage School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:06:42)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child was suspended or expelled from Christian Heritage.

Hamden Hall Country Day School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:16:10)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Hamden Hall.

Connecticut Boarding School discipline, suspension and expulsion lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:19:27)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Connecticut Boarding School.

Hopkins School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:23:45)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Hopkins School.

Kent School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:35:32)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Kent School.

Avon Old Farms School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:37:40)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Avon Old Farms.

Canterbury School Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion Lawyer  (2024-03-29 12:38:52)
Contact Joseph Maya and the other attorneys at Maya Murphy at 203-221-3100 or JMaya@Mayalaw.com if your child has been suspended or expelled from Canterbury.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Yale University  (2024-03-29 13:36:49)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Yale University, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Yale University, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: University of Connecticut  (2024-03-29 13:40:23)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from the University of Connecticut, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at the University of Connecticut, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Quinnipiac University  (2024-03-29 13:42:07)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Quinnipiac University, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Quinnipiac University, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Trinity College  (2024-03-29 13:43:24)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Trinity College, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Trinity College, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Fairfield University  (2024-03-29 13:44:53)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Fairfield University, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Fairfield University, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Lauralton Hall  (2024-04-01 11:40:17)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Lauralton Hall, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Lauralton Hall, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Avon Old Farms  (2024-04-01 11:43:07)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Avon Old Farms, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Avon Old Farms, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Brunswick School  (2024-04-01 11:44:24)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Brunswick School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Brunswick School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Canterbury School  (2024-04-01 12:12:35)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Canterbury School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Canterbury School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Cheshire Academy  (2024-04-01 12:13:42)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Cheshire Academy, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Cheshire Academy, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Choate Rosemary Hall  (2024-04-01 12:18:55)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Choate Rosemary Hall, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Choate Rosemary Hall, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Christian Heritage School  (2024-04-01 12:28:42)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Christian Heritage School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Christian Heritage School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Easton Country Day  (2024-04-01 12:43:33)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Easton Country Day, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Easton Country Day, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Greens Farms Academy  (2024-04-01 12:58:16)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Greens Farms Academy, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Greens Farms Academy, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Greenwich Academy  (2024-04-01 13:04:10)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Greenwich Academy, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Greenwich Academy, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Hamden Hall Country Day School  (2024-04-01 13:12:17)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Hamden Hall Country Day School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Hamden Hall Country Day School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Hopkins School  (2024-04-01 13:20:26)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Hopkins School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Hopkins School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Kent School  (2024-04-01 13:31:37)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Kent School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Kent School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: King School  (2024-04-01 13:55:22)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from King School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at King School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Kingswood Oxford  (2024-04-01 14:03:02)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Kingswood Oxford, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Kingswood Oxford, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Miss Porter's School  (2024-04-02 10:16:35)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Miss Porter's School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Miss Porter's School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Notre Dame High School  (2024-04-02 10:28:39)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Notre Dame High School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Notre Dame High School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Rye Country Day School  (2024-04-02 10:38:01)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Rye Country Day School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Rye Country Day School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Sacred Heart Academy  (2024-04-02 10:55:22)
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What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: St. Joseph's High School  (2024-04-02 10:58:44)
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What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: St. Luke's School  (2024-04-02 11:36:25)
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What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: The Loomis Chaffee School  (2024-04-02 11:37:49)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from The Loomis Chaffee School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at The Loomis Chaffee School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: The Master’s School  (2024-04-02 11:48:34)
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What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: The Taft School  (2024-04-02 12:16:58)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from The Taft School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at The Taft School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Westminster School  (2024-04-02 13:05:46)
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What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Westover School  (2024-04-02 13:22:09)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Westover School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Westover School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Wooster School  (2024-04-02 13:41:56)
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What to Do if Your Child Has Been Expelled: Xavier High School  (2024-04-02 13:55:02)
If your child is facing discipline, suspension, or expulsion from Xavier High School, and/or you have any questions regarding discipline, suspension, or expulsion procedures at Xavier High School, it may be beneficial to speak to an attorney. The attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. have extensive experience handling Connecticut education law matters, including school discipline, suspension, expulsion, and readmission, and are well-equipped to assist you in these proceedings.

What Are My Child’s Legal Rights When He or She is Removed From Class in New York?  (2024-04-05 10:49:26)
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What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before a Suspension in New York?  (2024-04-05 10:54:32)
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What Are the Laws in New York on School Suspensions?  (2024-04-05 10:56:59)
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CT and NY School Residency Requirements  (2024-04-05 11:00:05)
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Your Child and Special Education  (2024-04-05 11:03:07)
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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act  (2024-04-05 11:07:32)
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School Bullying: CT and NY Legislation  (2024-04-05 11:11:00)
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Out of District Placements  (2024-04-05 11:13:00)
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What Are My Child’s Legal Rights When He or She is Removed from Class in Connecticut?  (2024-04-05 11:14:49)
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School Attendance Requirements  (2024-04-05 11:19:08)
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What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before Expulsion in Connecticut?  (2024-04-05 11:21:37)
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Search and Seizure: Your Child’s Fourth Amendment Rights  (2024-04-05 11:33:11)
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What is the Law in Connecticut for School Expulsion?  (2024-04-05 11:42:53)
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Special Education: A Parent’s Guide to Advocacy  (2024-04-05 11:47:46)
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What to Know About the Every Student Succeeds Act  (2024-04-05 11:51:25)
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Navigating Private School Placement  (2024-04-05 12:05:23)
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Dyslexia and Special Education  (2024-04-05 12:08:45)
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Civil Protection Orders  (2024-04-05 12:13:11)
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Obtaining a CPO for Bullying  (2024-04-05 12:15:32)
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Education Law and Autism  (2024-04-05 12:24:35)
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Special Education Evaluations  (2024-04-05 12:26:05)
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Education Law - Discipline & Expulsion  (2024-04-05 12:30:29)
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When Can a School Disclose Information Without Parental or Student Consent?  (2024-04-08 12:37:00)
When Can a School Disclose Information Without Parental or Student Consent?

Student Discipline for Off-Campus Speech in the New Digital Era  (2024-04-08 12:37:58)
"Parents and students should be aware that companies exist that are capable of scouring the Internet for everything a person may have said or done online in the course of the last seven (7) years...While many such companies presently research candidates for employment or personal injury litigants, rather than students, their import for the future is clear: nothing said or done on the Internet is private."

What Can I Do if My Child’s School is Violating a Provision of FERPA?  (2024-04-08 12:41:37)
What Can I Do if My Child’s School is Violating a Provision of FERPA?

When Can a School Disclose Information Regarding Your Child ’s Educational Records?  (2024-04-08 12:43:43)
When Can a School Disclose Information Regarding Your Child ’s Educational Records?

How Do Parents and Students Request to Amend Educational Records?  (2024-04-08 12:44:43)
How Do Parents and Students Request to Amend Educational Records?

What Are the Rights of Parents and Students to Access Educational Records?  (2024-04-08 12:47:30)
What Are the Rights of Parents and Students to Access Educational Records?

What Materials are Considered "Educational Records?"  (2024-04-08 12:48:36)
What Materials are Considered "Educational Records?"

What Are My Child’s Legal Rights When He or She is Removed From Class in New York?  (2024-04-08 13:02:01)
What Are My Child’s Legal Rights When He or She is Removed From Class in New York?

What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before a Suspension in New York?  (2024-04-08 13:03:34)
What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before a Suspension in New York?

What Are the Laws in New York on School Suspensions?  (2024-04-08 13:05:21)
What Are the Laws in New York on School Suspensions?

What Are My Child’s Legal Rights When He or She is Removed from Class in Connecticut?  (2024-04-08 13:10:20)
What Are My Child’s Legal Rights When He or She is Removed from Class in Connecticut?

What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before Expulsion in Connecticut?  (2024-04-08 13:13:05)
What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before Expulsion in Connecticut?

What is the Law in Connecticut for School Expulsion?  (2024-04-08 13:14:51)
What is the Law in Connecticut for School Expulsion?

What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before a Suspension in Connecticut?  (2024-04-08 13:16:08)
What Are My Child’s Legal Rights Before a Suspension in Connecticut?

What Are the Laws in Connecticut on School Suspensions?  (2024-04-08 13:17:30)
What Are the Laws in Connecticut on School Suspensions?

What to Know About the Every Student Succeeds Act  (2024-04-08 13:30:26)
What to Know About the Every Student Succeeds Act