July 26, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Republican Reinstated to Voter Rolls as Litigation ContinuesWhen Brookfield Republicans booted a former local school board member out of the party last year, the political controversy led to litigation and even a proposal to revamp state legislation. In the latest development, Jane Miller of Brookfield has been reinstated as a member of the Republican Party, over a year after her removal.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
10 minute read
July 22, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Paralegal Who Stole From Firm Accused of Violating ProbationA former paralegal who embezzled about $1.7 million from the South Windsor law firm where she worked is now accused of violating her probation by gambling and not paying the restitution she owes.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
6 minute read
July 20, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Attorney Facing Theft Claims Suspended, Federal Probe UnderwaySouthbury attorney Robert J. Barry, accused of collecting a hefty $3 million in fees while acting as executor and trustee of a now-deceased client's estate, has been suspended from the practice of law and is the subject of an ongoing federal investigation.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
10 minute read
July 14, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Disciplinary Counsel Leaving Office for Private FirmDesi Imetovski, an attorney in the state Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel, has announced plans to leave for private practice, the second resignation from the office in the past few weeks.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
6 minute read
July 13, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Conn. Legal Community Mourns Longtime Federal ProsecutorColleagues and friends are mourning the loss of Associate Deputy Attorney General David Margolis, who was known for his lengthy career in public service, legal mind and ability to give good advice. He passed away on July 12.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
11 minute read
July 07, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Former Attorney Faces New Larceny ChargeA former Hamden attorney who resigned from the bar late last year amid theft allegations is facing another accusation that he stole from a client.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
8 minute read
July 05, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
New Top Prosecutor Picked for New HavenCurrent Chief State's Attorney Kevin Kane will serve another five years in his position, while another longtime prosecutor will fill the top spot in New Haven.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
7 minute read
July 01, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Insurance Companies May Help Conn. Homeowners With Foundation WoesSome insurance companies have expressed a willingness to participate in a program that would provide financial help to Connecticut homeowners with crumbling foundations, according to the state Attorney General's Office.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
7 minute read
June 29, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Conn. Hosts National Conference on Eyewitness ID Mistakes and ProtocolsWhen an intruder broke into Jennifer Thompson's home while she was sleeping in 1984, put a knife to her throat and sexually assaulted her, she vowed to not only survive, but to remember his face so he would be captured.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
14 minute read
June 27, 2016 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Judge Dismisses Slander Claim Against Conn. Law FirmA federal judge has dismissed a prison inmate's lawsuit claiming a Connecticut attorney defamed him by questioning him during a deposition about whether he had ever sexually assaulted another prisoner.
By MICHELLE TUCCITTO SULLO
11 minute read