Connecticut law no longer forces couples to wait a mandatory 90 days if they reach a full agreement. You do not need to request a waiver to finalize your divorce after you resolve all issues. This streamlined process usually helps you finish your case much faster....
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How mediation protects your life savings and sanity
Divorce is never easy, but it doesn't have to start with a courtroom showdown. When both sides approach the process more calmly and cooperatively, you save real money and spare yourself a great deal of unnecessary pain. If you're feeling exhausted before the battle...
Child support and imputed income for underemployed parents
A Connecticut court may calculate child support based on earning capacity rather than current wages when a parent appears to earn less than they reasonably could. This issue often arises when one parent claims the other has chosen lower-paying work or stopped working...
What Connecticut injury victims should do after an accident
An accident is always unfortunate and it's natural to feel clueless about what to do next. However, certain steps matter right away, since an accident can leave a victim facing several consequences like lost income and pain. Through it all, every victim deserves...
Can inherited assets be divided in a Connecticut divorce?
Inherited assets are not automatically off limits in a Connecticut divorce. Connecticut courts have broad authority to consider all property owned by either spouse, including inherited property, when distributing the dividing assets equitably. The fact that an asset...
What if you are hurt in a car crash while working?
You are driving to a job site, running a delivery or heading to a client meeting when another car slams into you. The collision leaves you hurt, out of work and unsure who pays for it. An injury on the job sits where two areas of law meet, and the overlap determines...
Dividing vacation homes and investment properties in a Connecticut divorce
For couples who own secondary real estate, a Connecticut divorce involves more than splitting a primary residence. Vacation homes along the Shoreline, seasonal retreats, and rental investment properties each carry their own valuation, tax, and ownership challenges...
Can your spouse stop a Connecticut divorce by not responding?
Being ignored by your spouse can leave you feeling trapped in a marriage you are ready to end. You may worry that refusing to sign papers or respond to the divorce complaint gives your spouse control over the process. In Connecticut, however, a spouse who properly...
How shared fault can affect your claim in Connecticut
Accidents are rarely simple, and there are times when both parties involved share a degree of responsibility. If you suffered an injury after a car crash or a fall in Connecticut, you might wonder if you can still pursue a claim if you were partly at fault. The state...
What to do after a child pedestrian accident in Connecticut
A vehicle striking your child during the walk to school can force you to make urgent decisions while managing concerns about injuries. Knowing which records matter can help you support your child’s recovery and document the crash. Start with medical care and accident...
