Legal Articles, Felony
Drug Evidence "Harmless" in Light of Multiple DUI Tests
Blog post about the admissibility of different types of evidence in DUI cases.
Drunk Driver's Testimony "Opens Door" To Self-Incrimination
Blog post about the ability of courts to hear evidence of a person's refusal to answer questions after being stopped and arrested for DUI.
State Uses Drunk Driver's Refusal of BAC Test Against Her
Blog post about a woman's refusal to perform a BAC test when police stopped her and how this was used in court against her.
Man Convicted of Burglary for One Bottle of Vodka
Blog post about what it takes for a breaking and entering to become a burglary.
Camp Counselor Lacks Necessary Duty in Camper's Negligence Claim
Blog post about a camp that was sued because of a child injured there and the reasons why the camp counselor did not have the legal duty that would have allowed the claim to proceed in court.
Legal Fallout From Intense School Bullying Draws Attention
Blog post on the topic of bullying in schools and when schools can be found liable in court if the bullying is not properly addressed.
Town Immunity Falters After Student's Prolonged Bullying
Blog post about a claim against the New Milford Board of Education was allowed despite governmental immunity because of the prolonged instances of bullying against the plaintiff.
CT Bullying Law Focuses on Overall School Climate
Blog post discussing the new Connecticut law seeking to reduce instances of bullying in schools.
CT Lawmaker's Implement New Approach in Battle Against Bullying
Blog post about new legislative efforts in Connecticut to combat school bullying.
Connecticut Expulsion Laws Bear Unforeseen Consequences
Blog post on the constitutionality of school expulsion laws in Connecticut.