Happy New Year! Welcome 2021! As Connecticut employers bid farewell to the year of “unprecedented times,” not so fast, I say. This New Year ushers in a significant change in employment law for Connecticut employers of all sizes. Connecticut has joined a handful of...
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Navigating child custody during the holidays
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Dec 17, 2020 | Co-parenting, Family Law
While it is the season of joy and togetherness, it is also a time of year that divorced or separated families may find it difficult to navigate the holidays, especially with COVID-19 still plaguing us. For most parents, it is paramount that they spend the holidays...
Do divorces have to end up in court?
by Colleen LaFrancois | Nov 12, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce is one of the most painful and emotionally charged experiences that a couple can go through. Many discussions that take place during the divorce proceeding often reveal the same power struggles that led the couple to this point in the first place. Issues like...
8 Suisman Shapiro Attorneys Named To Connecticut’s List Of Super Lawyers
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Oct 20, 2020 | Firm News
This year, Super Lawyers has recognized eight of our attorneys at . More than one-third of our entire legal team receiving these honors is truly a testament to their skills and abilities, combined with the firm's commitment to the highest...
What to expect in the closing process when buying a home
by Colleen LaFrancois | Oct 14, 2020 | Real Estate
Buying a home, whether it is your starter home, your forever home or your retirement home, is an exciting process. However, it is crucial for people to understand the process of closing on their new place of residence. The following is a brief overview of what to...
Why Connecticut motorcyclists should never pass on a helmet
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Oct 8, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents
Experienced motorcyclists possess a high level of skill that helps keep them safe during each trip. Yet no matter how skilled a rider may be, there is also some element of luck that helps motorcyclists avoid a negligent driver when they are riding on Connecticut's...
What will happen to my 401(k) after divorce?
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Sep 30, 2020 | Divorce
Many residents of Connecticut have active 401(k) plans through their employers. Others may have different types of retirement plans, such as a pension or a defined contribution plan. A lot of people in the New London area and the other communities of Eastern...
Certain professions may pose greater carpal tunnel risk
by Colleen LaFrancois | Sep 8, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
The median nerve runs down the arm and supplies signals from the brain to the hand and fingers. The carpal tunnel is a space between the bones of the wrist that allows the median nerve to pass through. When the tissues of the carpal tunnel swell, it can put pressure...
How routines help kids through divorce
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jul 2, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law
Divorce is more than just separation. It changes your entire life – and the lives of those around you, especially your children. As you go through a divorce, you might worry about how to make things easier for your kids. You don’t want them to suffer, and you want...
Deadline extended to file lawsuits against OxyContin maker
On behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jun 29, 2020 | Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury
Individuals harmed by opioids manufacturer Purdue Pharma have an additional 30 days to file a personal injury lawsuit after the judge overseeing the case granted an extension. Both the drugmaker and 24 states, including Connecticut, that have not settled with the...
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