Posts by Ryan P. Barry
A Nolle and Dismissal of Your Arrest: What’s the Difference in Connecticut
If you are arrested in Connecticut, your case may end in several ways, including a nolle prosequi or dismissal. Although these outcomes might appear similar, they have distinct legal meanings and separate consequences. Understanding the difference between a nolle and dismissal in Connecticut, and speaking with a Connecticut criminal defense lawyer, can help you protect…
Read MoreWearing a Motorcycle Helmet in Connecticut: The Laws You Must Obey
Connecticut relies on traffic safety laws that require motorcycle helmets for operators and passengers in certain situations. Understanding Connecticut’s motorcycle helmet laws, and speaking with a Hartford motorcycle accident lawyer, may help you understand your legal rights after a motorcycle crash. Do you have to wear a motorcycle helmet in Connecticut? The answer to this…
Read MoreAre You Allowed to Own a Pistol in Connecticut If You Have a Medical Marijuana Card?
The state of Connecticut permits adults age 21 and over to possess a limited amount of marijuana. Registered medical patients may be authorized to possess higher amounts under the state’s Medical Marijuana Program. Understanding how marijuana intersects with Connecticut’s firearm regulations, and speaking with a Hartford criminal defense lawyer, may help you determine your rights…
Read MoreYour Legal Options After Being Injured in a Hit-and-Run Accident
If you have ever experienced a hit-and-run accident, you know just how devastating they can be. Even if you were injured by a driver who sped off before you could get their identity, legal options may still be available to you. By reviewing some of the most notable legal options available to you after a…
Read MoreEthical Considerations When Using AI
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a daily part of modern legal practice. The growing relationship between AI and ethics is also evolving. On October 23, 2025, Attorney Brendon Levesque of Barry, Taylor & Levesque, LLC presented “Ethical Considerations When Using AI” at the Connecticut Bar Association’s Continuing Legal Education program. In the seminar, Levesque discussed…
Read MoreHow We Got Charges Dropped in a Juvenile Sexual Assault Case
Client’s case nulled due to alleged victim not cooperating with the State. Earlier in the year, our juvenile client was arrested for sexual assault in the 1st degree. The assault allegedly took place at a boarding school. One of the defenses we raised was that the alleged sexual encounter was consensual. The State wanted to…
Read MoreStanding Up for Student Safety: A Troubling Case in Granby
At Barry, Taylor & Levesque, we remain steadfast in our commitment to protecting the rights of children and families—especially when institutions fail to uphold their duty of care. A recent lawsuit filed in Hartford Superior Court brings to light a deeply troubling case involving the Granby school system and its alleged failure to protect a…
Read MoreHartford Lawsuit Exposes Failures in Bullying Prevention and Special Education
Aleysha Ortiz, a graduate of Hartford Public Schools, made headlines when she reported that she completed high school without being able to read or write. Ortiz is now suing the Hartford Board of Education, the City of Hartford, and a Hartford special education teacher. Barry, Taylor & Levesque attorney Anthony Spinella is representing Ortiz in…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Miranda Rights
When watching a television show involving police officers, you may have seen an officer read a person their Miranda Rights. This typically happens when a person is under arrest. However, it can be difficult to comprehend what exactly is going on as everything is happening so quickly, and you have to remember that it is…
Read MoreThe Impact of Prior Convictions on Current Criminal Cases
Many people are unaware of how a prior conviction can affect their lives. For example, a prior conviction can impact your ability to get a job, become approved for a house or apartment, or even cause you to never be able to receive government assistance. While these consequences may lead to many hardships, a prior…
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