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When Is an Appeal Appropriate?
When Is an Appeal Appropriate?
Appeals are for losers (in a case). Every case tried to a verdict will have a winner and a loser. For unsuccessful litigants, the consequences of that loss may be such that they want to file an appeal. Understanding the appellate process and what it entails is...
When Is Coercive Control a Form of Domestic Violence Under Connecticut Law?
When Is Coercive Control a Form of Domestic Violence Under Connecticut Law?
Under Connecticut law, domestic violence encompasses various actions including threats of pain and injury and stalking. In 2021, the definition was expanded to also include “coercive control.” This provision was called “Jennifer’s Law” and it gave victims of...
Donor-Advised Funds – Don’t be Daft about DAFs
Donor-Advised Funds – Don’t be Daft about DAFs
Philanthropically minded individuals have become increasingly inclined to utilize a Donor-Advised Fund or DAF as a way to manage their charitable giving. DAFs can allow donors to make a contribution to the DAF which will then be managed and invested and the donor...
New York LLC Transparency Act: What Business Owners Need to Know
New York LLC Transparency Act: What Business Owners Need to Know
On December 22, 2023, the New York LLC Transparency Act (NYLTA) was enacted, in many ways mirroring the federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) also passed in 2023. Both laws require businesses to disclose “beneficial ownership” information to help combat money...
Is Drug Testing Reliable?
Is Drug Testing Reliable?
While many people will never be drug tested in their lives, the issue is coming up in more settings than ever before. Drug testing is common in certain jobs, criminal cases, schools, healthcare institutions, child custody matters, and other areas. As a result, it...
The Corporate Transparency Act: What Every Business Needs to Know About It
The Corporate Transparency Act: What Every Business Needs to Know About It
Starting in 2024, legal entities must disclose certain ownership information as provided by the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The CTA went into effect on January 1, 2024, and requires that entities register their “beneficial owners” with the Financial Crimes...