A Special Note
Our office is closed today to honor the life of our beloved former colleague, Attorney Michael J. Dyer. Mike was one of a kind. Smart. Honest. Witty. Gracious. Kind. Thoughtful. Mike was a compassionate warrior for his clients and was simply one of the most decent human beings any of us has ever met. Our firm has received an outpouring…
Read MoreWhat Is Price Gouging?
When a supplier or retailer significantly bumps up the price of a product during a crisis or emergency, they can be investigated for and charged with price gouging. Partner Ryan Barry recently represented a client accused of price gouging by the Attorney General’s Office for selling face masks in violation of Connecticut’s Unfair Trade Practices…
Read MoreExtension of Hours of Service Rules for Truckers
The COVID-19 crisis has placed a priority on the shipping of goods for health care professionals and for the general public. Thanks to online orders, Amazon and many other companies, are in constant need of having truck drivers deliver their products. On March 13th, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued an emergency order changing…
Read MoreChanges to the Connecticut Judicial System Due to COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting every aspect of daily life, including the judicial system. Changes are ongoing, and the new rules will be changing again over time. The Connecticut judicial branch is continually trying to balance the safety of the public with the rights of Connecticut residents to have their cases heard. These new rules…
Read MoreThe New Tool for Calculating the Likelihood of TBI in Car Crashes
It’s common knowledge that car accidents can be life-changing. Even a “minor” car accident can lead to a serious injury. Whiplash, broken bones, and deep tissue injuries can all occur from wrecks that happen at any rate of speed. Aside from death, one of the most serious injuries that a car accident victim can suffer…
Read MoreIs Jury Sequestration Actually Effective?
Jury sequestration is the isolation of a jury to avoid accidental or deliberate tainting of the jury by exposing them to outside influence or information that is not admissible in court and can be a “hot” topic for criminal defense lawyers. On one hand, trying to control the information jury members see and hear outside…
Read MoreCompetency to Stand Trial in Connecticut: What You Should Know
As you likely know, a person deemed incompetent to stand trial cannot be convicted of a crime. As United States citizens, we have the right to due process after being charged with a crime, and this includes fair court proceedings. If an individual is charged with a criminal offense and deemed unable to understand the…
Read MoreWhat Doctors Are Involved in Treating A Spinal Cord Injury?
Spinal cord injuries happen for numerous reasons. A car accident, a fall on someone’s property, or an act of medical negligence can all cause damage to the spine. In catastrophic cases, a victim may become partially or fully paralyzed. Many spinal cord injury victims require a lifetime of medical care from many different types of…
Read MoreNCAA Drug Testing Consent Requirements
The NCAA requires that all student athletes consent to drug testing before they’re allowed to compete. While the NCAA does generally have the right to condition a student’s playing time on these tests, the experienced Hartford NCAA infraction lawyers may be able to challenge unsatisfactory outcomes. This could include contesting the accuracy of the tests…
Read MoreFirm News: Barry, Barall & Spinella Planning Move To Downtown
We’re excited to announce we recently purchased a 120-year-old building in downtown Manchester – the future home of Barry, Barall & Spinella, LLC. The 10,000-square-foot building is a perfect fit for the firm’s growing criminal defense and personal injury law practice, allowing our attorneys and staff to more conveniently and efficiently serve the people of…
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