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Addressing culture, tradition and diversity in child custody
Like many other states, Connecticut recognizes the increasing diversity of family structures and traditions. As such, many courts are accommodating these unique dynamics while prioritizing the child’s best interests in a divorce or breakup. Modern families need contemporary post-divorce parenting solutions. Some food for thought…
Does a preexisting condition mean you can’t seek workers’ comp?
If you get injured on the job, then you likely deserve workers’ comp benefits. Your employment led to your injury, and that injury now means that you need medical care and that you may lose wages if you can’t work while you recover. Workers’ comp…
Don’t use cruise control in the winter
If your goal is to stay safe this winter, it may be wise to avoid using the cruise control. Many drivers use this every time they get on the interstate, perhaps during their daily commute. But the winter weather – and the slick roads it…
Now is the time to plan summer parenting time schedules
Divorced parents usually have schedules to follow for their parenting time. Typically, a standard schedule is used for most of the year. There’s also likely to be a special schedule for holidays. Additionally, there may be a schedule for breaks from school. While summer still…
3 things to check in a residential real estate contract
Finding an ideal home can be exciting. But that’s only the beginning of the purchase process. You and the seller will sign an agreement confirming the transfer of ownership and other terms of the deal. You should go through the contract carefully to avoid deals…
How long will alimony last after a Connecticut divorce?
Married couples, especially those with children, often have to make compromises for the shared family unit. For example, one spouse may need to leave the workforce when the couple has children or when they have other family obligations that require a lot of time and…
4 ways to stay safer while traveling during the winter holidays
Where will your winter holiday travels be taking you and your family this year? Most Americans will be traveling by automobile to visit family and friends, which is the most dangerous form of travel, mile for mile. But even Connecticut residents who don’t plan on…
4 mistakes that jeopardize workers’ compensation claims
Workers’ compensation benefits are vital when you are injured on the job, but securing them is not always a straightforward process. You must go through the claims process first, which involves a series of steps. Mistakes along the way can be costly and may harm…
Which way is the divorce rate going in the United States?
In the 1970s, no-fault divorce laws began to sweep across the United States. This led to a sharp increase in divorce rates because the new laws made divorce easier. More couples could pursue divorce when they hadn’t been able to previously. They may have already…
Is your spouse hiding assets in a safe deposit box?
There are numerous ways that divorcing spouses can try to hide money and other assets from their soon-to-be ex. The rise of cryptocurrency has provided even more opportunities to accumulate virtually untraceable assets. People who are concerned that their spouse isn’t forthcoming about their assets…
When can Connecticut parents modify a custody order?
One of the biggest challenges of divorcing or separating if you have minor children in your family is figuring out a way to co-parent. Those who have young children at home often find negotiating a custody arrangement to be very stressful and emotional. Both parents…
Can you recover compensation if you contributed to a car crash?
Your contribution to a car crash in Connecticut does not necessarily disqualify you from recovering compensation for the harm and loss you suffered. The state follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means that even if you were partially at fault for the accident, you…
Pedestrian safety tips for low-light situations
As fall progresses and winter approaches, the days are going to keep getting shorter and the night hours longer – and that means that pedestrians are at an increased risk of injury or death from encounters with negligent drivers. According to data provided by the…
How can a TBI change someone’s personality?
After a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it’s possible that someone may seem to have a different personality. It depends on the severity of the injury and the area of the brain that was affected, but there can be significant changes that may even make family…
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