Contributed by Kate Haakonsen.Before you post anything on social media, it's always a good idea to consider whether your post might be seen by someone you would regret. This is certainly true if your marriage or relationship is troubled, you are thinking about, or...
Contributed by Simon J. Lebo.Effective Jan. 1, 2020, the Connecticut Uniform Trust Code ("UTC") will apply to the creation, administration and termination of trusts in Connecticut. The UTC provides for some exciting opportunities for Connecticut residents to plan for...
Contributed by Sean Michael Peoples.A Connecticut resident wanting to change his or her name may apply to the Probate Court for a name change. As long as the reason for the name change is not based on fraud or illicit activity, the Probate Court may grant the name...
Contributed by Kathryn BissonnetteAn inevitable outcome of divorce or parent separation is that your children now have two homes, and they need to transition from one home to the other on a regular basis. This can be a confusing and difficult time for a child - some...
Contributed by Nancy TonucciWe call them our fur babies, and we treat them like family. We want to feel secure in knowing that our beloved pet will be cared for if we become disabled or when we die. The Connecticut Legislature made provisions in 2009 allowing citizens...
