DCF Connecticut Physical Neglect is broadly defined as the failure to provide and maintain adequate food. clothing, supervision and safety for a child. Here are some examples: Abandonment Failure to provide appropriate supervision by leaving a child alone for an excessive period of time given the child’s age and cognitive abilities Erratic behavior Substance abuse […]
Here are the biggest issues with taxes and divorce in Connecticut. 1. Filing status. If you are still married on December 31, you can file joint returns. When a divorce settlement is reached in November or December lawyers often ask the judge to approve the agreement in January for this reason. 2. Dependents. If the […]
The Darien Probate Court serves the towns of Darien and New Canaan Connecticut and hears these types of cases: 1. Cases involving Estates. When someone passes away, the local Probate Court oversees the administration of the estate. The Court will appoint an executor. Beneficiaries will be identified so that property may be distributed pursuant to the […]
Parental alienation in Connecticut courts is an increasingly familiar term, especially in contentious child custody disputes. Its effects can be very damaging to children, families and targeted parents. In an extreme cases, it can be grounds to award the non-offending parent custody. Dr. Richard Gardner first identified parental alienation in the 1980’s. According to him, […]
Connecticut DCF Physical Neglect Investigations are the most common of all DCF cases. By DCF standards, this coours when a child is being denied proper care and attention. Physical Neglect is also permitting a child to live under conditions or circumstances that are injurious to his or her well-being. Here are some examples: Abandonment Failure […]
A Modification of Custody in Connecticut is one of the most common motions filed in Bridgeport and Stamford Courts. So just because your child custody arrangement or parenting plan in Connecticut was labeled “final” or “permanent” does not mean that it cannot be changed. Here is a overview of a Modification of Custody in […]