Legal Separation and Divorce in CT: Major Distinctions

Connecticut Legal Separation: A Guide The CT legislature has defined legal separation in Connecticut in Conn. Gen. Stat. §46b-6, which states that "Legal separation" means a decree or judgment of a court establishing the rights and duties of the parties, including the care and custody of any minor children. [Emphasis added]. This statutory definition makes it clear that a legal separation order isn’t at all "informal" or a unique religious order, like an Annulment. Rather,…

Understanding Fast Track Rules: A Guide for Legal Proceedings

What Are Fast Track Rules? While litigation is generally understood as a longer process, there are certain steps that can be taken to expedite proceedings. When the process moves more forwardly than expected, this is referred to as the fast track. While the fast track is sometimes seen as an option for settling suits like medical malpractice, it is also a route many clients must navigate to get through a lawsuit of any kind within…

The ABCs of Listing Agreements in Florida: A Complete Guide

What is a Listing Agreement? A listing agreement is a contract between a real estate agent and a property owner that gives the agent the right to access the property for the purposes of selling or renting out the owner’s property. With a signed listing agreement, a real estate agent can take action to list a property, to sell or rent out that property, to advertise the property in different ways (including through exclusive services)…

Does an Invoice Count as a Contract?

What Are Invoices and Contracts Invoices and contracts, while both being documents used for business transactions, serve different purposes in the world of commerce. An invoice is more of a convenience, used to show the amounts due to service providers. A contract, on the other hand, can have important legal ramifications. To understand why an invoice is not a legally binding contract (even if it contains some contractual clauses), it is important to understand what…

The Essentials of Construction Management Agreements: A Detailed Contract Template Guide

An Overview of Construction Management Agreements Construction management contracts are a staple of the industry, providing a reliable method of facilitating the sometimes thorny process of constructing a project. Or at least, they’re supposed to – like so many other types of contracts, well-written construction management contracts provide clear guidance on rights and obligations, as well as a pathway through potential disputes, to the parties who are involved.Construction management contracts differ from the more common…

The Legality of Suppressors in Colorado

The Legal Status of Suppressors under Colorado Law Possession and ownership of firearms suppressors are not prohibited by Colorado law. While possession of suppressors is the same as possessing other firearms under Colorado law, the sale and manufacture of suppressors falls under both state and federal supervision. Thus, conspiracies to unlawfully manufacture, sell, and possess firearms suppressors are covered by both state criminal law and federal criminal law, such as 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(6) related…

Understanding Florida Short Term Lease Agreements

Defining a Short Term Lease in the State of Florida A short term lease in the state of Florida is simply a residential tenancy governed by Florida Statutes chapter 83, Part 2, Landlord and Tenant Act: Residential Tenancies (the "Short Term Rental Act"). The Short-Term Rental Act governs residential tenancies in Florida where the actual period of occupancy is seven months or less .Note that the existing section of the Short-Term Rental Act for defining…

Can Legal Aid Assist with Wills?

What is Legal Aid and What Does it Cover? Legal aid is a government-supported initiative that aims to support individuals who need legal representation or advice but cannot afford it. It is typically provided for the resolution of civil and criminal matters. This means if individuals are unable to represent themselves in legal proceedings due to a lack of financial means, the legal aid system can provide assistance; however, criminals are not entitled to financial…

A Deep Dive Into Bale Law Firm’s Expertise

A Look Back at the Bale Law Firm’s Origins Bale Law Firm has been helping injured Vermonters and their families for more than twenty years. David Bale and Brian Haaf co-founded the firm in 1999 as David Bale & Associates, in the wake of the 1997 private practice dissolution of some of Burlington’s most prominent attorneys. The firm quickly grew from three to five attorneys, attracting lawyers with experience and competence that had practiced for…

All About Moser Legal Support: The Essential Guide

Who Moser Legal Support Is Moser Legal Support is the exclusive service provider for Moser Law’s forensic and litigation support division. A brief history of how Moser Legal Support and Moser Law came to be is discussed below. The facts presented hereafter will also provide some context around the certification program and its mission.In the late 1990s, well known financial expert Craig Moser became a partner in Moser & Knight CPAs LLP and created a…