Cacace Tusch & Santagata is proud to announce that Jennifer Neal Bardavid has been named a partner of the firm effective January 1, 2022. Attorney Bardavid joined the firm in 2018. Admitted to practice in both New York and Connecticut, her practice focuses...
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3 mistakes to avoid in any commercial real estate transaction
Whether expanding the existing business or starting a brand-new organization, it will likely be necessary to purchase commercial real estate. These transactions often represent a significant portion of your available time and money, so it is crucial to take the time...
5 mistakes to avoid when drafting an employee handbook
A comprehensive employee handbook is a crucial document to have in place at the earliest stages of business formation. This manual must describe the broad range of the company’s policies while introducing new employees to the organization. Additionally, the employee...
Should you settle your divorce or go to trial?
The vast majority of divorcing spouses in Connecticut and across the U.S. hope to make the process as easy and painless as possible. Statistics show that fewer than 10% of all divorces go to trial. However, everyone’s issues are different, and the manner of divorce...
What should I know about negotiating my severance agreement?
Life sometimes takes unexpected twists and turns. After spending a decade working at your company, you could face a sudden layoff if your company is sold or there’s a downturn in the economy. You may find yourself sitting down with your boss on a Friday morning and...
Did your property tax assessment change? 6 steps to take now.
32 Connecticut municipalities have conducted a general revaluation of their October 1, 2020 Grand List. In a revaluation, the assessor determines the value of every parcel of real property in the municipality as of the October 1 revaluation date. Connecticut law...
Signs a marriage may be heading for divorce
No one gets married with the intention of getting divorced soon after. Yet, for some, divorce is a very real part of their future. Divorce rates have been on the rise recently, but how can you be sure whether or not your marriage may be heading for a divorce? There...
How you can ready yourself and your finances ahead of divorce
There are several components and costs that come along with a divorce. As such, it’s often difficult to find a good starting point. To help you jumpstart the process before making any permanent decisions, you can consider what kind of setting you’d like to pursue your...
3 ancillary agreements that can benefit both employers and employees
While employment contracts can seem pretty boilerplate with little room for negotiation are creativity, there are multiple options available for those willing to explore options in employment contracts. Ancillary agreements provide several important options that can...
Demand for CT Residential Real Estate is Increasing
Seize the moment by working with experienced attorneys in a fast-moving real estate market Connecticut’s residential real estate market is now experiencing an uptick, with mortgage rates remaining low and New Yorkers looking to relocate from the city to the suburbs to...