The manslaughter laws in Connecticut are similar to those in most other states, but they are named differently. Most states classify the taking of a life through an act of negligence as involuntary manslaughter and the taking of a life by an intentional act as...
Connecticut Personal Injury And Criminal Defense Law Blog
Six ways to deal with car accident trauma
We spend a lot of time on this blog talking about the legal realities of a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence. This is critically important information if you’re hoping to pursue a personal injury lawsuit to prove accountability and recover the...
Police lineups are not very reliable
Hundreds of wrongly convicted people have been released from prisons in Connecticut and around the country because DNA evidence emerged that proved their innocence. Many of these individuals spent decades behind bars for crimes they did no commit, and it was usually a...
Do you need these experts in your personal injury case?
Do you feel like your car accident was clean cut? Do you think that it’s obvious that another driver’s negligence caused your accident? If you answered “yes” to these questions, you’re ready to take legal action in hopes of recovering compensation for the damages that...
New law dealing with juveniles and car thefts
Officials in Connecticut aim to stop juvenile crimes from escalating into lifetimes of adult offenses. One measure is a new law that deals with repeat juvenile car thefts. What is the new law about? A new law that passed in July 2022 is controversial, but many believe...
How to pay your bills while your lawsuit is pending
If you’ve been in an accident that has left you with serious injuries, then you’re probably worried about how you’re going to make ends meet as you focus on your recovery. If you are unable to work to earn a living, it doesn’t take long for extensive medical bills to...
Common DWI mistakes that Connecticut police officers make
While police officers get trained to spot drunk drivers, they're not perfect. There are many instances where officers have made mistakes that have led to innocent people getting arrested for DWI. To make sure that you get treated justly if you're ever pulled over on...
Five easy steps you can take to build your personal injury case
The thought of pursuing a personal injury lawsuit can be daunting. In fact, it might feel like just another thing to add to your already long list of matters to address. You may even think that you’re undeserving of the recovery that could come from one of these...
Connecticut manslaughter charges
Manslaughter is one of the most serious criminal offenses in Connecticut. If you’ve been charged, it’s important to know what to expect. How are Connecticut’s manslaughter laws different? Connecticut’s manslaughter laws are different from those in other states. It...
Connecticut road workers vulnerable to motor vehicle accidents
In Connecticut, people whose job entails that they put themselves in potentially dangerous situations will understand the inherent risks they face. This is especially true for roadside workers. Given their proximity to traffic, there is always a chance that a motor...