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How to File a Claim for Wrongful Death in CT

Losing a loved one is tragic, especially when their death was caused by an accident. If you lost a loved one and someone else was at fault, your family may be entitled to compensation in a wrongful death claim. What Is a Wrongful Death Claim? Every s… Read More
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Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

A criminal conviction can have serious consequences. But if you are a US immigrant, the results can be even more severe and may include denial of naturalization, exclusion from admission to the United States, or deportation. If you are an immigrant a… Read More
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Defenses to Drug Possession Charges

Facing drug possession charges is scary. You may feel angry, scared, hopeless, and alone. And while it may seem like there is no way out, there is hope. An experienced drug possession defense attorney can evaluate your situation to determine the best… Read More
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What To Know About Search Warrants In CT

In Connecticut and across the United States, the Fourth Amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that, in most cases, the police need a search warrant before they can lawfully search your property. Before a search… Read More
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Connecticut’s Supervised Diversionary Program

A criminal conviction can change your life, sometimes forever. Fortunately, the State of Connecticut recognizes that many criminal defendants are fundamentally good people who just made a mistake. They do not need to be punished; instead, they need a… Read More
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How to Get DUI Charges Reduced in CT

Connecticut prosecutors are serious about DUI charges, and they prosecute these crimes aggressively. If you are convicted, even for a first-time DUI, you face up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, suspension of your driver’s license, an… Read More
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CT Clean Slate Law Updated

Criminal justice reform advocates, lawyers, and people who have been convicted of a crime have long understood the life-altering impact of a criminal conviction. A criminal record can make it difficult to find a job, get into college or technical sch… Read More
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How Connecticut Pretrial IDIP Can Help You

Some drivers who have been charged with a Connecticut DUI are eligible to participate in the Pretrial Impaired Driving Intervention Program (IDIP). If you successfully complete the program, the DUI charges will be dismissed and you will avoid a crimi… Read More
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Is Self-Checkout Theft A Felony?

Self-checkout lanes have been around for decades. They rose to prominence in the early 2000s as stores sought to lower labor costs during a period of economic recession. Today, self-checkout lanes are everywhere. While they have helped retailers addr… Read More
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What To Do When You’re Charged With Failure To Appear

Failure to appear in court is a separate criminal charge you could face if you have been charged with a crime and miss a court date. Once you are caught and charged, you will face possible jail time. In addition, the judge will be more likely to impo… Read More
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