Divorce is one of the hardest decisions a family can face. But the method you choose matters just as much as the decision itself. As a parent, your children's well-being is your top priority. The good news is that you have choices. By choosing cooperation over...
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What compensation do owners typically receive in eminent domain cases?
People who own real property generally get to control what they do with their property. They can rent it out to others or sell it for development. Occasionally, property owners may lose that control due to complications, such as foreclosure triggered by non-payment....
What are the grounds for modifying child custody orders?
Parents sometimes find it necessary to adjust existing child custody arrangements. Life changes, and what initially suited a family might no longer serve its needs years later. A court will not alter a custody order without good reason; a parent must show a...
What should you check before buying a building with tenants?
A tenant-occupied property might seem like a low-risk, income-generating investment. If you have bought and managed residential rentals, you may assume this is more of the same. However, buying a commercial building with tenants already in place introduces legal...
3 ways discrimination manifests in the workplace
Many forms of workplace discrimination is technically illegal. Employers should not treat workers differently on the basis of their protected characteristics. Federal law and state statutes establish a variety of personal characteristics that should not influence...
What does it mean to equitably distribute marital property?
People preparing for a divorce in Connecticut have a long and potentially emotional process ahead of them. Divorce proceedings force people to evaluate their familial obligations and finances. It can be very difficult for people to separate their lives after living...
Why real property owners may need to file a tax appeal
Owning real property means committing to specific ongoing investments. Property owners have to maintain the land and edifices they own. They have to annually renew their insurance policies. They also have to pay property taxes to local authorities. Particularly when...
Michael Cacace Recognized as 2025 Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers®
Congratulations to founding partner Michael J. Cacace for being named the Best Lawyers® 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” in Litigation - Real Estate in Stamford. Additionally, Attorney Cacace was selected for inclusion in the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for...
What is retaliation and how can it lead to wrongful termination?
Employees have a right to have a workplace that’s not hostile, and it’s up to employers to have policies to protect that right. One toxic situation that can lead to a hostile work environment is retaliation by an employer. This occurs when an employer or their agent...
What are the different ways to divorce in Connecticut?
While people may get married with the assumption that they will remain with their spouse for the rest of their lives, that is not always what happens. Some couples slowly grow apart over the years and succumb to empty-nest syndrome when their children move out later...