Jaywalking often leads to car accidents. Even though it is usually illegal, a driver who hits a pedestrian can still be responsible for injuries or damages. Each case is unique. So, even if a jaywalker was hit by a car, they should not assume they have no right to...
Month: May 2024
Alimony modification: Can a promotion change the game?
Life throws curveballs, and sometimes those curveballs can affect alimony agreements. In Connecticut, alimony can be awarded after a divorce. What happens if the circumstances that grounded the calculation of an alimony award change? Can your spouse request a...
Proving emotional distress after a car accident
Being in a car accident can be a deeply traumatic event. While injuries like bruises and broken bones are apparent, emotional distress is less obvious but can be just as profound and long-lasting. If you are going through the emotional impact of a car accident,...
Must divorcing spouses in Connecticut divide retirement funds?
Some assets acquired during marriage are easy for people to address. One spouse may not have any interest in the fishing equipment or personal wardrobe of the other. Some assets, on the other hand, can become points of contention because of their value or their impact...