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Appeal v. Writ Petition: Understanding Your Post-Conviction Options

Blog post on the difference between an appeal and a writ as well as options for someone who has been convicted of a crime.

Second Circuit Lacks Jurisdiction to Erase Criminal Records

Article on Second Circuit's lack of ability to erase a person's criminal record after they have completed rehabilitation.

Connecticut Supreme Court Limits In-Court Witness Identification of Suspects

Blog post on Connecticut Supreme Court limiting ability of witnesses to identify suspects in court.

Cheshire Home-Invasion Killer Re-sentenced to Life in Prison

Article on the re-sentencing of the Cheshire home invasion killer.

Kennedy Jr. Makes New Accusations in Greenwich Moxley Murder

Blog post on new book by Robert Kennedy Jr regarding the murder of Martha Moxley in Greenwich in 1975.

Insurance Fraud and Connecticut State Law: What You Need to Know

Blog post on the laws regarding insurance fraud.

Connecticut Man Pleads Guilty in Car Insurance Fraud Conspiracy

Article on man who pleaded guilty to car insurance fraud after it was discovered he staged car crashes.

Special Education and Connecticut's Transition Bill of Rights

Blog post on the rights of students that have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Malloy Brings Additional 500 Layoffs to Connecticut Dept. of Developmental Services

Article on the state laying off almost 500 employees of the Department of Developmental Services which will affect special education matters.

Lawsuit Claims Connecticut Special Ed Inconsistent With Federal Law

Blog post about a claim by a Connecticut parent that her child with special education needs is entitled to public education until the age of 22 as required by the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

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