Winter weather can turn sidewalks, walkways, and parking lots into hazardous areas where a slip and fall accident can result in severe and painful injuries that require costly medical care and treatment. While slip and fall injuries are among the mos…
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Being charged with a DUI can be a frightening, overwhelming, and confusing experience, particularly if this is your first experience being charged with a crime. A DUI conviction carries severe consequences, even for a first offense. Penalties may inc…
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Even though a misdemeanor conviction does not carry the same long-term consequences as being convicted of a felony, having a criminal record can still affect many areas of your life. A misdemeanor conviction will appear on a background check, and emp…
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When a police officer suspects a driver is under the influence of alcohol, they will typically ask the driver to submit to a chemical test. Under Connecticut’s implied consent law, motorists operating a motor vehicle in the state and suspected of D…
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A traffic violation can be expensive, not just in terms of fines and court costs, but also in the form of increased insurance rates. The degree to which a traffic violation will affect your insurance rates depends on the nature and the severity of th…
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A person charged with a crime faces severe penalties, including jail time, fines, and strict probation terms. But do these punishments really encourage individuals to learn and grow so they do not re-offend? The evidence suggests that traditional pen…
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Being attacked by a dog can cause serious physical injuries and emotional trauma that can last a lifetime. If you or your child were injured in a dog attack, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other dama…
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The Fourth Amendment protects people from illegal searches and seizures. The issue is frequently litigated in Connecticut drug crime cases where the government seeks to introduce evidence of an alleged drug crime that was obtained illegally. An exper…
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When a loved one dies because someone else was negligent — for example, in a car crash, a truck accident, or a motorcycle accident — your family may be entitled to compensation. Connecticut law allows the estate of the deceased person to file a w…
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An expert witness brings specialized knowledge and the ability to provide their opinion, which can help tip the scales in your favor in a criminal case. But what is an expert witness? How are expert witnesses different from other witnesses? And do yo…
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