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Robert Storace

Robert Storace

Robert Storace covers legal trends, lawsuits and analysis for the Connecticut Law Tribune. Follow him on Twitter @RobertSCTLaw or reach him at 203-437-5950.

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April 30, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Connecticut Federal Jury Trials Set to Resume May 3

As Connecticut's COVID-19 numbers appear to decline and positivity rate numbers hover a little over 1%, judicial officials in the federal system feel they've made the right decision to begin jury trials starting May 3.

By Robert Storace

3 minute read

April 28, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

State Supreme Court Awards Attorney Fees to Ledyard, Which Could Recoup Millions

A yearslong legal battle has apparently ended with the Connecticut Supreme Court reimbursing millions of dollars in legal fees to the town of Ledyard.

By Robert Storace

3 minute read

April 28, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Danbury Lawyer Uses Coach's Letter to Negotiate Settlement for Teen Football Standout

Danbury attorney Greg Klein helped secure nearly $90,000 for his client—who was injured when a car ran over his left leg in July 2020.

By Robert Storace

3 minute read

April 27, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

'It's No Windfall. It's the Law': Court Rules Against Outback Steakhouse in 'Tip Credit' Case

Hartford Superior Court Judge Thomas Moukawsher has ruled in favor of a worker in a tip credit dispute with the Outback Steakhouse of Florida restaurant chain.

By Robert Storace

4 minute read

April 27, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Connecticut Transgender Athlete Lawsuit Dismissed as Moot

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit that was aimed at prohibiting transgender female athletes from taking part in girls' high school sports.

By Robert Storace

4 minute read

April 26, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Judge Jonathan Kaplan Has Died

"He really cared about the attorneys, the clients and the system," attorney Michael Jainchill said.

By Robert Storace

4 minute read

April 26, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

The Results Are In—and Most Candidates Failed the Connecticut Bar Exam

"We really do not have the data that would give us any indication to opine on why there are changes in the percentages," said Connecticut Bar Examining Committee Chairwoman Anne Dranginis.

By Robert Storace

4 minute read

April 23, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Appellate Reversal in Employment Retaliation Case Part of Trend in Plaintiffs' Favor

The Connecticut Appellate Court has reversed a Superior Court ruling and has ruled in favor of former Tilcon Connecticut Inc. worker Salvatore Gibilisco. The worker claimed his firing was because he filed for workers' compensation.

By Robert Storace

4 minute read

April 21, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Disqualification Sought for Connecticut Lawyer in Personal Injury Case

The motion for disqualification cites an alleged conflict of interest.

By Robert Storace

3 minute read

April 21, 2021 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Plaintiff Gets $495K in Case That Should Have Been an Insurance Adjuster's Dream

Middletown attorney Nate Baber helped secure a $495,000 settlement for a young client whose right leg was injured playing a game at church.

By Robert Storace

4 minute read