Monthly Archives: January 2009

The Problem With “Martin Luther King Day” in Connecticut….

Posted on January 19, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

By Ryan McKeen What’s in a name? – William Shakespeare Connecticut General Statute Section 1-4 designates the first Monday occurring on or after January 15th as “Martin Luther King Day.” I think the legislature intended to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. … Continue reading →

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Red Sox, Rock Cats, and Eric Holder

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

Last May, I had a nightmare. In my dream it was mid-January.  It was one of those dreams that you have on a Thursday night and you think it’s Monday. January is the coldest, darkest, and hands down the worst … Continue reading →

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My Smartphone Problem

Posted on January 15, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

I have a stupid cell phone. All it does is make calls, text (no fancy keyboard) and provides me with some sort of limited internet which isn’t worth the cost. Truth be told, I don’t use my cell phone that … Continue reading →

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Quick Hit: Hillary Duff in Barely Legal

Posted on January 14, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

I love the ABA Application for my iPod Touch. It brings breaking legal news to the palm of my hand. If you have an iPhone or iPod touch I highly recommend adding the ABA application. Over breakfast, I nearly spit out … Continue reading →

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Homebrewing Law In Connecticut

Posted on January 12, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

My brother-in-law, Dan, is not only a fine person but a brewmaster in waiting. Dan is majoring in chemical engineering and as he likes to say “there’s a lot of chemistry in making beer.” Dan makes some of the best beers … Continue reading →

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No, I’m not from the People’s Court

Posted on January 9, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

This afternoon, while waiting in a hallway for a courtoom to open, I was asked if I was from the People’s Court. Because I’m at work, I don’t watch the show but I love the youtube clips. This is my favorite: … Continue reading →

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Things I Learned Outside of The Classroom In Law School

Posted on January 7, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

1. Reputation is everything and it starts in law school. 2. Friends matter. 3. Interests other than law keep you sane. 4. Dealing with jerky classmates is great practice for dealing with jerky lawyers. 5. Dealing with demanding professors is … Continue reading →

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Connecticut’s Prejudgment Remedy Problem

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

Connecticut has a prejudgment remedy problem. The statutes do not make it clear as to whether or not a plaintiff can commence an action at the same time that it commences a prejudgment remedy. I know from experience that some … Continue reading →

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I’ll Take Superior Court Probate Mediation For $1,000, Alex

Posted on January 5, 2009 by Ryan McKeen

I hope that you have had a happy and safe holiday season. Here at A Connecticut Law Blog, I’m ready to hit the ground running in 2009. The Pats aren’t in the playoffs, truck day is still 5 weeks away, … Continue reading →

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