Domestic violence cases are more complicated than other criminal cases. Because the victims know one another, matters can become highly emotional. The mere allegation of domestic abuse can land you in jail, at least temporarily. This is why it is important to know...
CONNECTICUT PERSONAL INJURY AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAW BLOG
What happens if you face assault charges?
Most couple gets into arguments at times. Most of these spats resolve peacefully, without ending in threats or physical harm. However, your partner, spouse or someone else might want to get back at you and file charges, even if they are unfounded. If you're facing...
What will a possession conviction cost you in Connecticut?
If you are charged with drug possession in Connecticut, it is important to fight the charges. Not only may a conviction have disastrous effects on your career, you may also face hefty fines and jail time. The penalties for drug possession depend upon the substance...
Party goer arrested for DWI
A Connecticut man was recently released from police custody after posting his $200 bond. He was arrested in the early hours of the morning on two different charges, including DWI. The driver supposedly told police that he had attended a party the night before...
COVID-19: Resilience and Gaining Altitude
Watch our video, here: Resilience and Gaining Altitude Research facilities around the world have for years been examining the connection between positive thinking and health and even the connection between positive...
What Are Your Plans After the Bombardment?
It's a bombardment: the nonstop news about every new case, every new fever and sneeze. I don't mean that the cultural, societal and economic, let alone the healthcare consequences of COVID 19, should be taken lightly. The way things outside our control have developed,...
Let’s Talk About the Coronavirus
Let's talk about the Coronavirus It's on your mind and it's definitely on ours, so let's just talk about it... We're continuing to monitor the coronavirus (officially "Coronavirus Disease 2019" or "COVID-19") situation very closely and I promise you that the safety of...
Criminal defense — 2 charged with drug activity near school
Connecticut police recently arrested two people for allegedly selling drugs near a school zone. Of the two, one man was out on bond following a drug-related arrest the week prior. A judge set his bond at $50,000. The woman who was arrested at the same time was...
3 Must-Follow Social Media and Email Rules
People like to share. It's sweet and cute. Can you hear me gagging? I am. There's nothing sweet or cute about sharing when it comes your personal, private data, information and opinions. Our clients, (our people), post about almost everything that they do and think....
Connecticut Sentencing and Collateral Consequences
Every time that a family member calls a Connecticut inmate, Connecticut collects a 68% commission on that call. That commission delivered $7.7 million in revenue to the State, according to a Stamford Advocate February 14, 2020 article. That's money paid by a family...
