How Does the Exclusionary Rule Work in Connecticut?
A defendant in any criminal proceeding has the right to challenge the admissibility of improperly obtained evidence. Experienced Hartford criminal defense lawyers often file formal motions to suppress evidence if the evidence was seized illegally. A few examples of illegally seized evidence include searching your home because you look like someone else, searching you because…
Read MoreRyan P. Barry Named James W. Cooper Fellow of Connecticut Bar Foundation
On May 6, 2019, partner Ryan P. Barry became a James W. Cooper Fellow of the Connecticut Bar Foundation. He was nominated for membership by Atty. Tim Shearin, the managing partner of Pullman Comley, a large law firm based in Bridgeport, CT. The Connecticut Bar Foundation was founded in 1952 to help fund legal services for…
Read MoreWho’s Responsible in a Drunk Driving Accident, besides the Drunk Driver?
In drunk driving cases, the primary defendant is the drunk driver. And, in most drunk driving cases, the criminal case against the drunk driver is brought first. Experienced Hartford drunk driver lawyers work with the police and use the evidence the police have to hold the drunk driver liable for the injuries they caused to…
Read MoreThe Four-Level Violation Structure in the NCAA
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has a four-tiered structure designed to address breaches of the NCAA Constitution and bylaws. According to the President of Oregon State University and the former chair of the NCAA Executive Committee, “Having four levels of violations is helpful because it allows us to distinguish between severe and significant in…
Read MoreThe Accelerated Rehabilitation Program in Connecticut
Many states, including Connecticut, have programs which give some offenders of non-serious crimes the right to choose an alternative to pleading guilty or being tried for the alleged crimes or offenses. Here, the alternative program is available to defendants and to veterans charged with certain crimes and motor vehicle offenses when the court believes the…
Read MoreWhy Are Motorcycle Accidents So Deadly?
Many people ride motorcycles because they’re an economical form of transportation. Many also ride just for the sheer joy of the open road. Unfortunately, motorcycles don’t offer the same protection as cars and trucks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 5,000 people were killed in motorcycle accidents in 2018. Motorcycle deaths…
Read MorePossible Defenses to Drug Possession Charges in Connecticut
All drug charges are serious charges. Many are considered felonies, which can mean significant time in jail, large fines, plus a criminal record which can affect your ability to get a job or find a place to live. Even misdemeanors can result in jail sentences and other damaging consequences. Strict laws apply to possession charges…
Read MoreCommon Types of Truck Accidents in Connecticut
The way a truck accident happens is often a strong indicator of who is liable for the accident. The manner of the accident also indicates what types of injuries are likely and when a fatality is likely. Our Hartford truck accident lawyers work with victims, the police, and investigators to determine how the truck crash…
Read MoreNY Times Investigation Reveals the Unreliability of Breath Test Devices
Most people understand the drill – either through personal experience or through the numerous TV and films involving police and drivers suspected of driving while drunk. If the police think you were driving under the influence of alcohol, they stop your vehicle and administer a few field sobriety tests. If you fail the tests or…
Read MoreWhat Do I Do When There’s Been a Parts Recall on My Car?
Vehicle recalls are issued when there has been a safety defect detected in a part, either by multiple mechanics or drivers, or after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) investigates, or after a string of similar accidents. Issuing a recall is important because of the likelihood that a malfunctioning part will cause serious personal…
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