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The laws around accessory dwellings in Connecticut changed in 2021. The legislation, Public Act 21-29, requires towns to designate specific zones where ADUs are permitted as-of-right, either attached to or detached from the single-family house. However, towns can opt out and set their own requirements for ADUs or not allow them at all. Please feel to contact us for further information. ... Read More

The statute you are looking for is GS § 53a-189a. Under this statute, a person is guilty of voyeurism when he or she, with malice, knowingly photographs, films, videotapes, or otherwise records the image of another person (1) without that person's knowledge and consent, (2) while that person is not in plain view, and (3) under circumstances where that person has a reasonable expectation of privacy. Surveillance of your back windows and deck does not meet the statute’s elements since these areas are most likely in plain view and the constituent would not have a reasonable expectation of privacy there. On the other hand, the surveillance of the constituent's back yard may meet these criteria if the other sides of the constituent's yard are fenced and the yard is not open to view. Voyeurism is a class D felony, punishable by imprisonment for one to five years, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.... Read More

Do not do your own Will especially with out of state laws on a mass produced package by a non-lawyer.  I have seen first hand how a "fill in the blanks" will or package like you described can backfire in the worst way.  Please hire a professional attorney that focuses on estate and probate law .  This is much more complex than you are aware.  Please feel free to call with any questions 203.870.6700... Read More

Did you ask if they can provide "Hospital Bed Funds".  This is a program that applies to financial needs cases.  There are other possible resolutions available to you as well.   I would be happy to discuss them further.  My firm focuses on debt negotiation and bankruptcy. Max - 203.870.6700... Read More

Yes, you can put a home with a mortgage on it into a living trust. I am not licensed in CT, so I would only be speculating on the cost in that state.  I suggest you contact an estate planning attorney in your area and they will be able to help you with all of your planning needs. ... Read More

In order to file as Head of Household while married, you must meet the following requirements.  File your taxes separately from your spouse Pay more than half of the household expenses Not have lived with your spouse for the last 6 months of the year Provide the principal home of a qualifying dependent Claim said dependent on your tax return If you cannot meet all the requirements, I suggest you either file as Married Filing Separate or file a Joint return with Form  8379 to be considered an injured spouse. ... Read More

I am interested in talking with you further.  This is the kind of slip and fall we are familliar with and handle regularly.  Regarding the inconvenience from your facility,  it doesn't factor into the bigger picture of your injury. Please contact us at your earliest. 203.870.6700.... Read More

Ordinarily, to answer a question such as yours, I would ask to see a copy of the lease. The lease may determine how best to proceed. If the tenant or guarantor has assets subject to being attached, then an attorney can either request a hearing seeking an attachment or issue a writ of attachment (if there is a commercial prejudgment remedy waiver section in proper form in the lease). Before undertaking to seek an attachment, we suggest evaluating whether any real estate owned by the tenant or guarantor has equity in the property. This would involve having a title search done on the subject property or properties. The same would apply as to assets such as equipment. For example, if the equipment assets are subject to a UCC lien in favor of a bank or other lender, and the value of the equipment is less than the lien, it may not be worth seeking an attachment. Regardless of the above, you can still proceed to seek an attachment on the assets of the tenant and/or guarantor, which may result in you getting paid quicker if there is indeed a transaction pending to sell the assets of the tenant. The above does not constitute legal advice and is only given as a response to your questions in general terms. You should not rely upon the statements above and you should consult with an attorney before proceeding with any action against your tenant. ... Read More

I would be interested in knowing more details.  There is not enough information here to provide much of a legal opinion. Please feel free to contact me.  A couple questions:  By "school", do you mean college? By "it" do you mean your GED certification. By "kicked out", do you mean an official expulsion or something else?... Read More

Make a written demand.  If more than 30 days has elapsed since you vacated the unit and ended the lease and the landlord has not provided you with a breakdown of the security deposit you may be entitled to statutory damages. An attorney who is familliar with this are of law would be very useful to consult with.  Please feel free to contact us. ... Read More

This is definitely something I think I would be able to speak with you about.  I spent a number of years working in professional theater as well as working in talent management and entertainment law.  Please feel free to reach out to my office for further information and assistance. ... Read More