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Nothing beats autumn in New England: The crisp fall air, colorful leaves and warm apple cider provide the perfect backdrop for transitioning from summer to winter, and Connecticut natives know you’re never too old to get in the spirit of Halloween.
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The penalties for operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol in Connecticut are severe, especially when compared to the sentences that courts dole out in other states. A first OUI conviction in Connecticut requires the installation of an ignition interlock device and an administrative license suspension of 45 days.
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Drafting a prenuptial agreement may not be the most romantic aspect of planning a wedding, but it is one of the most important. A prenup is a legally binding document that details how a couple will handle the division of assets in the event of a divorce.
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Personal injury law is complicated, especially when it comes to medical malpractice suits. According to Forbes, medical malpractice payouts exceeded $3 billion in 2012, and USAttorneys reports that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States.
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WestportNow reports that police arrested a Milford man on Monday, September 5 for driving while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. After witnessing the 36-year-old accused traveling south in the northbound lane of the Sherwood Island Connector, police conducted a routine traffic stop.
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Going through divorce proceedings presents emotional challenges that spouses have never had to face. Hiring a compassionate divorce attorney who will strive to protect your best interests is just one way to reduce stress during the filing process.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 31 million emergency department visits related to unintentional injuries in 2011, and more than 130,000 unintentional injury deaths. Sadly, people who behave in a reckless manner aren’t the only ones at risk of serious injuries.
If you’ve spent any time at all in downtown Hartford recently, you’ve probably noticed that people seem more absorbed with their smartphones than usual. Motorists and pedestrians alike are putting both themselves and those around them at risk for little more than “Internet points.”
Operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol is dangerous for both the motorist who is doing so and for all those who are walking or driving in the vicinity. Because the stakes are so high, police officers are sometimes overzealous in finding and arresting offenders, and even innocent people could find themselves on the wrong side of the law.
Getting divorced is never easy, and for couples who have been married for decades, dealing with the repercussions can be especially challenging. However, if you are unhappy with your marriage and your concerted attempts to make it work have failed, then getting divorced may be a wise – though difficult – decision.
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