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August 02, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

A recent bout of late-night insomnia found me watching the televised activities at the nominating convention of the state Democratic party. One rousing speech in support of Attorney General Dick Blumenthal`s reelection, noted the incumbent`s commitment to eradicating unbridled corporate profiteering. The crowd went wild, because apparently they really don`t appreciate unbridled corporate profiteering, and want to see it stopped in its tracks.

By SANTA MENDOZA Law Tribune Contributing Writer

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May 03, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

For the time being, it appears life in the United States is returning to normal, except for the fact that our virtual constitution is being torn to shreds by authoritarian pimps masquerading as law enforcement officers. I am referring, of course, to Attorney General Richard Ashcroft, and Uberfearmeister Tom Ridge.

By Norm PattisLaw Tribune Contributing Writer

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May 23, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

For the 11 million Americans who are classified as severely obese - that is, at least 100 pounds overweight - being fat is not just an aesthetic concern. It`s a serious health issue. In fact, obesity-related illness is the second-leading cause of preventable death in the United States. (Smoking is first.)

By Michelle M. Murphy Tech Tribune Contributing Writer

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April 25, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Appearances are often deceiving, so I am sure there is more to the following than meets the eye. However, what is apparent is that it is time to rein in the prosecutors of this state. Acting with impunity breeds arrogance and sometimes waste.

By Norm PattisLaw Tribune Contributing Writer

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February 12, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

President Bush has drawn a line in the sand that must be crossed: He won`t identify for Congress or the public the business executives with whom he or his vice president, Dick Cheney, discussed energy policy.

By ANDY THIBAULT Law Tribune Contributing Writer

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March 22, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

A legislator concerned about civil rights turned me on to this story. Defense attorneys told me it`s par for the course-there are many more severe cases of bond abuse. What makes this case different is the price paid for free speech.

By ANDY THIBAULTLaw Tribune Contributing Writer

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January 28, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

ACurtis Grimsley is a 45-year-old amputee who used to work on the 70th floor of the World Trade Center. For the past year, he`s been wearing an ultra-high-tech prosthetic: an artificial leg controlled by computer chips, the first of its kind in the world. And before September 11, he was grateful simply for the normalcy that leg had restored to his life.

By Michelle M. Murphy TechTribune Contributing Writer

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February 15, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Michael Malchik gained fame as the man who found, charmed and brought down Connecticut`s notorious serial killer, Michael Ross. Now retired from the state police, Malchik is a lawyer who doesn`t take many cases. He does routine business such as wills, personal injury and real estate.

By ANDY THIBAULT Law Tribune Contributing Writer

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January 28, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Roughly three months after postponing award ceremonies out of respect for the many affected customers and employees involved in the tragic events of 9-11, the CT Fast 50 got their groove back. An enthusiastic crowd of over 400 from around the state gathered January 17th at Fairfield University`s Quick Auditorium to recognize the fifty fastest growing technology companies in the state over the last five years. The Fast 50 awards program is produced and co-hosted by Deloitte & Touche and The Connecticut Tec

By Keith R. Reynolds Tech Tribune Contributing Writer

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May 28, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Connecticut`s whistleblower doctrine provides that employees can sue for wrongful discharge if they show their terminations violated state or federal public policy. Established in Sheets v. Teddy`s Frosted Foods, the 1980 state Supreme Court ruling has been used to protect workers who report fraud or other criminal acts in the workplace.

By ANDY THIBAULT Law Tribune Contributing Writer

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