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Your Child Was Hurt at a Graduation Party. Here's What Connecticut Law Says About Who's Responsible.

No parent should have to get that phone call. But if your child was hurt at a graduation party where alcohol was involved, Connecticut law may hold the adult host responsible — and you may be entitled to more than you think. Here's what families in Litchfield County need to know.

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General Law, Connecticut Law Robert Elfont General Law, Connecticut Law Robert Elfont

Connecticut Expands Paid Sick Leave: What It Means for New Milford, CT Businesses and Residents

Connecticut's expanded paid sick leave law is one of the biggest workplace changes in years — and by 2027, it will cover nearly every employee in the state, including right here in New Milford. Whether you're a business owner updating your policies or a worker learning your new rights, here's what you need to know.

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Criminal Law, General Law Robert Elfont Criminal Law, General Law Robert Elfont

Connecticut's New Law on Coerced Debt - A Critical Protection for Victims of Financial Abuse in New Milford

Financial abuse is one of the most common and least talked-about forms of domestic violence — and it often leaves survivors buried in debt they were forced to take on. A new Connecticut law that took effect January 1, 2025 changes that, giving victims a legal pathway to challenge coerced debt and stop collection activity. Here's what New Milford residents need to know.

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