Connecticut Divorce Parental Alienation. These two unfortunate events happen in tandem way too often. Yes – there are countless reasons why a child might not have a positive relationship with a parent. Many times, it is the parent’s own actions or inactions, which has caused the estrangement. It is simplistic (and tempting) to say that […]
I have seen a significant increase in the number of cases involving claims of parental alienation in Connecticut. Are there really more PAS cases? I doubt it. Put on any label you want on it. The traditional behaviors that are the hallmark of parental alienation have been around as long as custody and visitation […]
If a parent, guardian or other individual has been placed on the Connecticut DCF Central Registry because of a Neglect or Abuse Substantiation there is hope. An Application may be filed to have the individual’s name removed from the Registry. The Application must set forth in sufficient detail how conditions have changed since the person […]
Let’s face it – like it or not – social media is here to stay. And because it’s part of every day life, social media clauses are becoming more and more popular in Connecticut prenuptial agreement and post-nuptial agreements. The two main reasons couples insist on these clauses are: 1. They want to protect their […]
In divorce courts across Connecticut, including the Bridgeport and Stamford Family Courts, more fathers are being awarded sole custody. Full custody can be awarded at the time of the initial judgment or divorce decree or post judgment if a Motion for Modification is filed. The vast majority of parenting plans call for the parents to […]
In Connecticut, a personal injury victim from a pit bull attack may be awarded damages for medical expenses and additional money for pain and suffering. The victim alleged that while she walking her dog a pit bull owned by the defendant attacked her. She sustained abrasions to the right knee and foot, a shoulder injury, […]