Disturbing Trends for Fentanyl Use in Connecticut
According to the Connecticut Department of Health, deaths resulting from overdoses rose in the state during the first half of 2020. During this time period, there were 560 confirmed fatalities in addition to 275 cases awaiting toxicology results. In 2019, there were 1200 accidental drug overdose fatalities in the state. About 8 in 10 of…
Read MoreRyan P. Barry Named to 2020 Super Lawyers List!
Barry, Barall, Taylor & Levesque, LLC is proud to announce that partner Ryan P. Barry has been named to the 2020 Super Lawyers list! Atty. Barry was recognized for his work in personal injury. This is the first time he was been recognized, and we are all very excited about his latest achievement. Super Lawyers…
Read MoreSwimming Pools Can Be Dangerous, So Take Precautions
Swimming pools are generally places to have fun and enjoy time with family and friends. However, these are also places that can pose risks for accidents. The owners of swimming pools are responsible for keeping the pools in the areas around the pool safe for swimmers. You may be eligible for financial compensation if you…
Read MoreRyan Barry Appointed to Connecticut Council of Bar Presidents for 2020-2021
Barry, Barall, Taylor & Levesque, LLC is proud to announce that partner Ryan P. Barry has been appointed to the Connecticut Council of Bar Presidents for the 2020-2021 term. The Council acts as a liaison between the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) and local, county, and specialty bar associations, offering a “forum for the exchange of…
Read MoreThe Manchester Road Race May Be Virtual, But Safety Man Lives On
Although 2020’s Manchester Road Race will be a “virtual race” due to social distancing concerns from the COVID-19 pandemic, some traditions are too important to forget. This year, the team at Barry, Barall, Taylor & Levesque ensure the community won’t miss out on seeing popular participant Safety Man by making a scarecrow of the long-time…
Read MoreConstitutional Grounds for Suppressing Evidence in a Criminal Case
Suppression of evidence is a fancy way of saying the evidence can’t be used in court. In order to suppress evidence, the criminal defense lawyer must file a formal motion to exclude the evidence. The motion can be filed in federal or state court depending on where the case is being tried. The motion to…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know about Domestic Abuse Cases
Most charges of domestic violence begin with an investigation and an arrest by a peace officer. In Connecticut, a domestic violence charge can be brought if someone assaults, stalks, or threatens another person who is a member of your household or a person you’ve dated. This includes spouses, former spouses, parents, anyone related by marriage…
Read MoreIgnition Interlock Devices Are More Dangerous Than You Think
Ignition interlock devices (IID) are small breathalyzer machines that are installed on vehicles. They are mandated for people who have been convicted of DUI charges in Connecticut. The requirement to install an IID applies to first and second time offenders, anyone who refuses to take a breath test or chemical test, and anyone whose license…
Read MoreWho Can Be Held Liable in a Truck Accident Case?
Truck accidents are extremely dangerous and often deadly. The size, weight, and dimensions of a truck make it hard for drivers to control them in emergency situations; big vehicles simply don’t stop quickly, and a skid can easily lead to a rollover, a jackknife, or a collision with another vehicle. According to the Insurance Institute…
Read MoreCan a Seller of Takeout Alcohol Be Held Liable for a Customer’s DUI-Related Crash?
In Connecticut, anyone injured in a vehicle accident has a right to file a negligence complaint against the driver and the owners of the vehicle who were responsible for the accident. Sometimes, there are more than one liable party. If, for example, a bar refuses to cut off a patron who is visibly intoxicated, that…
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