While most people understand that they are eligible for compensation after an injury sustained while at work, not many people know that injury from repetitive trauma may also qualify under the state's workers' compensation laws.
The advantages and disadvantages of LLCs
Freelancers and consultants often face the question as to whether they should set up a formal LLC. Recently, the issue came into the news because of the Trump tax cuts, passed in 2017, that provide some tax benefits for individuals with an LLC. Because the new tax rules didn't take affect until 2018, people are filing their taxes under these new rules for the first time.
BPS Lawyers profiled in CTNOW
Two partners at Brown Paindiris & Scott - Kate W. Haakonsen and Ronald T. Scott - were recently featured for their work in Collaborative Divorce and Mediation in the Hartford Courant's CTNOW publication.
New CT laws proposed to legalize marijuana and expunge records for minor drug offenders
Connecticut House Democrats on Thursday announced a package of proposed legislation that would not only legalize recreational marijuana in the state, but would also expunge the records of people who have been convicted of low-level marijuana possession charges.
When should you seek legal advice after a car accident?
How an elder law attorney can help your parent to remain at home
As our parents get older, they face challenges to remaining in their homes. Their physical abilities have diminished, and it often becomes unsafe for them to live alone. Most individuals want to remain in their home and live out their years where they are most comfortable. An elder law attorney can help devise a plan to accomplish this.
