If you struggle to do more than one thing at a time, you are not alone. The truth is, it is almost always difficult for the human mind to do two things simultaneously, even when you do not realize it. This is especially true when it comes to driving. According to the...
Connecticut Legal Issues Blog
What will the state do to help with unpaid child support?
After a divorce, you may feel as though you have little support. If the other parent only shows up occasionally for visitation, you may not have much time to take care of your house or advance your career. You probably need child support in order to provide everything...
It’s not just in your head: Tailgaters put you in danger
When someone tailgates you, do you spend miles glaring at the rearview mirror? Do you slow down or speed up to try to get them to pass -- or to create extra space? Do you feel completely stressed out the entire time? These responses are very normal, and people...
Divorce mediation, open communication and future benefits
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you have options to consider other than a possibly contentious court battle. One of those options is mediation. This process focuses on open communication, which provides benefits for future family...
An eyewitness testifying against you isn’t always strong evidence
There are multiple ways for a prosecutor in Connecticut to build a case against someone accused of a criminal offense. For decades, prosecutors and law enforcement professionals alike have treated eyewitness testimony as the gold standard for state evidence. If police...
Retirement assets impact Connecticut divorces
Many Connecticut residents have significant assets that include retirement accounts and similar financial assets. The older a person is, the more valuable their retirement assets often become, and those assets often provide retirement income for spousal and family...
Understanding Connecticut auto accident injury laws
If you experience a catastrophic auto accident, medical recovery is your primary goal. However, when another driver caused the collision, you may be able to seek compensation that covers extensive long-term therapy, lost wages and other injury-related expenses. ...
Teen crash rates go up with passengers in the car
Every adult remembers that teenager who got their driver’s license before their group of friends. They may only have been a few months older, but they hit that important age first. They started driving to school while everyone else was taking the bus. That new-found...
How does the court determine the best interests of a child?
If your divorce results in a dispute over child custody, the court will determine the arrangement based on the best interests of your children. Even though the judge will treat your case individually, he or she will approach it with the idea that your children will...
Drivers continue to take risks, despite known dangers
Commuting to work is just part of the daily grind for many people in New London and is usually uneventful. However, there are always those who engage in risky behaviors while driving and will end up causing a car accident. Research from AAA shows that some drivers...