Some of the responsibilities that parents have toward their children take longer to fulfill than others. For example, supporting a child in their attempt to secure an education can last well into adulthood, in many cases. Parents make decisions ranging from where...
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3 reasons why filing a workers’ comp claim is worth the effort
Every worker, including part-time employees and those who fill seasonal positions at a business, can potentially receive workers' compensation benefits if they get hurt on the job or a doctor diagnoses them with a health condition caused by their employment. Very few...
Connecticut bill addressing wrong-way vehicular collisions awaits governor’s approval
While rear-end collisions are the most common vehicular crashes in the U.S., frontal crashes are some of the deadliest types a driver can experience. According to the National Safety Council, frontal collisions led to 5,900 deaths across America in 2021 – just over...
Understanding Connecticut’s comparative negligence system
Following a motor vehicle collision with another car, you can file a lawsuit against the other driver to claim additional damages on top of any compensation their insurer can provide. Normally, if you sue another driver for car collision damages, you’d claim the full...
How much alimony should I expect in my divorce?
Determining the amount of alimony to expect in a divorce can be complex, as it depends on various factors and individual circumstances. Alimony, also known as spousal support or maintenance, is financial support provided by one spouse to the other after divorce to...
Will fault impact the outcome of a Connecticut divorce?
In Connecticut, the outcome of a divorce is primarily determined by equitable distribution and the children’s best interests, rather than fault. Connecticut follows a "no-fault" divorce approach, where proving wrongdoing or assigning blame is unnecessary. Let's...
The facts about the distracted driving menace
By now, everyone in Hartford should know that driving while distracted is dangerous. But many people might not realize the true scope of the crisis. According to a recent news release from the Connecticut Department of Transportation, distracted driving killed more...
Negotiating property division with your spouse
Property division is renowned as one of the most disputed matters in a divorce. But this is not always the case. Some divorcing couples have divided their properties without battles or attending numerous court hearings, and this can also be your story. Provided you...
2 retirement concerns when planning for divorce
People who are contemplating divorce are almost always concerned about their financial future. Although they believe they will be happier if they exit their marriage, an individual may stay with their spouse in part because they fear the economic devastation that...
2 ways to search for hidden marital assets in a divorce
You probably don’t want to believe that your spouse would be so devious as to conceal assets from the property division stage of your divorce. However, if you’re reading this, you must have at least a few concerns about the possibility. The concealment of marital...