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Understanding Concurrent vs. Consecutive Sentences

For someone facing multiple criminal charges, understanding the difference between concurrent vs. consecutive sentencing is essential. This distinction is one of the most important factors that will influence how long a person could spend in prison.… Read More
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How the Arraignment Process Works in Connecticut

For individuals facing criminal charges in Connecticut for the first time, the arraignment may be their first formal encounter with the criminal legal system. While the arraignment is generally a short proceeding, it establishes the foundation for th… Read More
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Who Is Liable in a Self-Driving Car Crash?

As the promise of self-driving cars moves closer to becoming a reality, it presents a host of complex legal and ethical questions about who is liable if a self-driving car crashes. Under a traditional fault-based framework, human error is typically t… Read More
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The Use of AI in Criminal Investigations

The rapid advancement and adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have implications for every sector of society, including the criminal justice system. As AI tools for investigation, analysis, and decision-making continue to evolve and proliferate,… Read More
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Who’s Liable for Snow and Ice Injuries on Sidewalks in Connecticut?

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… Read More
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What To Expect With a First Offense DUI in Connecticut

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… Read More
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How Long Does a Misdemeanor Stay on Your Record in Connecticut?

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… Read More
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How the Implied Consent Law Works in Connecticut

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… Read More
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How Do Traffic Violations Affect Insurance Rates?

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… Read More
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Rehabilitation Programs That Can Reduce Sentencing in CT Criminal Cases

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… Read More
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