Monthly Archives: March 2008

In A Word: Shameful

Today is the last day of March which means a few things. First, today is the day that most major league baseball teams open their regular season schedule. Second, tomorrow is April which usually means that within the next two … Continue reading

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What Is A Conservator and What Does A Conservator Do?

I hear and read a lot about conservatorships in Connecticut. What is a conservator? What does a conservator do? In Connecticut, a proposed conserved person is required by statute to receive a notice of the possible consequences of a conservatorship. … Continue reading

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Opening Day > Law

Today is opening day. As I sit here writing this entry (not yet having finished lunch) the Red Sox are 1 and 0, in first place in the AL East and a half game up on the Yankees. Here are links … Continue reading

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Anatomical Gifts in Connecticut: “A Little Story About Jack and Vincent….

…two American men doin’ best they can.” On Saturday, the Hartford Courant ran this article, titled: “The Ultimate Act of Kindness.”  This week, Spanilo, 57, again received an organ transplant. A longtime friend donated one of his kidneys to Spanilo. … Continue reading

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Connecticut Law: Don’t Dye The Easter Bunny

In the Easter spirit, today, I’m taking a look at Connecticut rabbit law. Yes, Connecticut has a statute about rabbits. In Connnecticut, it is illegal for a person to sell or give away a live rabbit that has been dyed, colored … Continue reading

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Who is a dog’s keeper?

The Connecticut Supreme Court just ruled on a case that helps to further clarify who is the keeper of a dog in Connecticut. To be strictly liable for damages under the dog bite statute one must be deemed to be … Continue reading

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O’Child Support Legislation

With the prices of goods and fuel rising  and money harder to come by, it should come as no surprise that the Legislature is looking to make some changes to Connecticut’s child support laws. The Courant ran this article last week about a … Continue reading

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Taking Wine Home May Get A Little More Difficult

Last month, I wrote about taking an unfinished bottle of wine home from a restaurant. There is a bill pending before the legislature that would change the law to allow restaurant owners and employees to prevent intoxicated persons from removing an unfinished … Continue reading

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$75,000 For What?

Today’s edition of legislators legislating in an election year: $75,000.00 of your tax dollars for a Hartford West Indian Independence Day Celebration. Representative Kirkley-Bey has proposed a bill that would allocate $75,000.00 of your money to support the celebration of Hartford’s … Continue reading

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Legislature Considering Income Tax Deduction for Funeral Expenses

In case you needed another reason to pre-plan your funeral, the Legislature just may give you one. The Legislature is considering a bill that would allow individuals who earn less than $150,000.00 per year, and who pay state income tax … Continue reading

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