Hartford Divorce Law Blog
The motorcycle riding season is here. Get prepared.
The spring brings with it the beginning of the motorcycle riding season. It’s a bit different every year, depending on the weather, but this is when you start to get those warm days that let you back out on the roads. As the spring gives way to summer, the season will...
Want to modify a court order after divorce? You may be able to
Certain factors that are involved in your divorce may be modified after your divorce is finalized, depending on your reasoning for wanting to do so. The things that may be able to be modified include: Alimony Child custody Visitation Child support To modify child...
Pedestrian accidents are surging in Connecticut and around the nation
There’s bad news out there for pedestrians in Connecticut and the rest of the country. The Governors Highway Safety Association estimates that 2019 has seen more pedestrian deaths than any time in the past 30 years. In Connecticut (which still has a better safety...
Should I choose mediation for my divorce?
When you think about divorce, you likely picture spouses screaming at each other in a courtroom, fighting over custody cases and prized assets. You picture something confrontational and emotional, something that makes you worried about how the process will go for you....
Why drunk driving continues to be such a dangerous risk on the road
Drunk driving has been illegal for almost as long as cars have been a mainstream part of American life. The effects of alcohol on the human body simply make it impossible for people to safely drive with alcohol in their system. Despite public awareness campaigns...
Stand up for your rights if you’re injured because of reckless behavior
No matter how it happens, getting hurt is not something you want to go through. Whether it’s because of a traffic accident, sports injury or other cause, if you’re hurt because of negligence or inappropriate care, it’s important that you know that you have a right to...
The kind of screen doesn’t reduce the danger of distraction
Most drivers acknowledge the idea that texting at the wheel is inherently dangerous. However, a shocking number of people fail to generalize that idea and apply it to other screens in their vehicle. A large survey of drivers indicated that while many recognize that...
What are the primary causes of car-pedestrian accidents?
As a pedestrian, you must always beware of what’s happening around you. For example, when crossing the street, it’s imperative to have a clear overview of any motor vehicles in the area. A thorough understanding of the primary causes of car-pedestrian accidents can...
What is protected as separate property in a Connecticut divorce?
Property or asset division is often one of the more contested areas in a Connecticut divorce. Both spouses may have assets that they hope to retain, and neither may agree with the demands or wishes of the other. As you may already know, Connecticut utilizes the...
You may doubt your divorce
Divorce is complicated. You don’t always know exactly what you want or what you should do. It can be hard, emotionally, and you may doubt it and second-guess yourself. Sometimes, people assume that they’ll be 100% confident when they decide to end the marriage....
