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April 14, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Insurance Company Pushes Back Against Stipulated Judgment—Sues Both PartiesUnion Insurance argues that the underlying lawsuit does not "trigger" coverage because the lawsuit does not allege "'property damages' caused by an accident" or "personal and advertising injury."
By Emily Cousins
3 minute read
April 13, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
'I Don't Want to Hear This Right Now': Court Rules Against Commission That Silenced Citizen"The commission unanimously voted to close the hearing before [attorney Laurel] Fedor had the opportunity to respond to the commission's position that the application was incomplete or to present evidence in support of her position," the decision said.
By Emily Cousins
4 minute read
April 11, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Defending Cigna: These Law Firms Hope to Help Insurer Beat Back ERISA Class ActionAubrey Srednicki, the named plaintiff, alleged Cigna violated the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 due to a "fraudulent scheme" to overcharge consumers for medical services.
By Emily Cousins
2 minute read
April 10, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Appellate Court Weighs In on Employee Benefits After Promotion"We disagree with the commissioner's determination that the plaintiff 'began employment' with the Bridgeport Police Department when he became the chief of police in 2010," the decision said. "Accordingly, we conclude that the board erred in affirming the commissioner's decision that the plaintiff was not eligible for benefits pursuant to § 7-433c."
By Emily Cousins
4 minute read
April 07, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
A Child Collapsed at Recess—Adults Thought It Was a Game, Wrongful Death Lawsuit Claims"The parents of [the child] are seeking closure for themselves and raise awareness so other families don't have to suffer as they have," attorney Joaquin L. Madry said.
By Emily Cousins
2 minute read
April 06, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
10 Years Later, This High Court Fight Over Real Estate Commissions Is Far From OverDaniel E. Casagrande, counsel for the plaintiffs and partner at Cramer & Anderson, said it has been a long road.
By Emily Cousins
4 minute read
April 05, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
'That's All You People Ever Do': Home Depot Faces Civil Rights LawsuitThe plaintiff is seeking compensatory and punitive damages against Home Depot allegedly "for its conduct, which evidences a willful, wanton and reckless disregard."
By Emily Cousins
3 minute read
April 04, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Class Action: Midland Credit Management Accused of Abusive Debt Collection"Plaintiff has suffered emotional distress, including, but not limited to anxiety, loss of sleep, as a result of defendant's invasion of individual privacy and harassment," the complaint said.
By Emily Cousins
2 minute read
April 03, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Per Diem Employees Not Entitled to Enhanced, Full Salary Benefits, Connecticut Appellate Court Rules"The plaintiff's claim is premised on a misinterpretation of the commissioner's original decision," the opinion said.
By Emily Cousins
4 minute read
March 30, 2023 | Connecticut Law Tribune
New EPA Drinking Water Regulation Could Spark Litigation in Connecticut, Lawyers Say"Local officials are going to realize that they have an obligation to ensure that their drinking systems are free of PFAS," Ian W. Sloss said. "And that they will likely turn to the manufacturers of those chemicals for reimbursement and damages related to the remediation efforts that they had to undertake."
By Emily Cousins
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