There are workers whose jobs require laboring in extreme conditions. With this year’s summer heat reaching suffocating levels, hot and humid temperatures can lead to workplace illnesses and deaths. When the heat index came as high as 105 degrees, Connecticut had to...
Year: 2023
Enhancing custody prospects for unemployed parents
In every relationship, there are moments when one partner may rely more on the other financially. They may be unemployed because they focus on caring for their children. Still, when divorce enters the scene, the possibility of securing custody and quality time with...
Why you shouldn’t stay together for the children
Connecticut law allows you to get a divorce for any reason and at any time without your spouse's permission. Furthermore, there are no restrictions on parents divorcing. Therefore, they should not be used as an excuse to avoid ending a relationship you don't find...
Can you get arrested if someone brings drugs to your house party?
There’s nothing quite like a good party after a stressful academic week. But with alcohol and drugs, college house parties can quickly spiral out of control. In addition, if the police break up the party and find illegal substances, you, as the host, could be in...
The impact of a shoplifting conviction on a college scholarship
College scholarships provide valuable financial support for students. They can alleviate the burden of tuition fees. It can cover their living expenses. It allows students to focus on their studies as they pursue their educational goals. However, scholarships often...
The other benefits of workers’ compensation
What comes to mind when you hear “workers’ compensation”? You might think of employer payments that cover your medical expenses to treat a work-related injury or illness. But there’s more to workers' compensation than just medical benefits. Coverage of workers’...
How does joint custody work in Connecticut?
After a divorce, the parents may find it is in the child’s best interest to be legally and physically active in their child’s life. Legal custody gives a parent the authority over significant decisions for the child. If both parents have legal custody, they must...
Dos and don’ts in a high-asset divorce
While all divorces are stressful, Connecticut couples who go through a high-net-worth divorce often face even more anxiety and stress. The term “high-net-worth divorce” refers to divorces that involve splitting up assets worth more than $1 million. When navigating...
The most common causes of car accidents
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has released a disturbing new study. It shows that car crashes in Connecticut and the rest of the nation are on the rise. More than 6.5 million crashes are reported on an annual basis. The results are more than...
Real estate investment opportunities
People who want to invest in Connecticut real estate can choose from one or more types of opportunities. Which one you select depends on your interests, costs, and the amount of risk you can tolerate. While the path may differ among individuals, the goal is the same;...